Beer, Bands & Barns

The stately barns at the Dickson-Murst Farm will once again echo with music at this event featuring local musical acts, craft beer and food trucks. Free admission, bring your own chairs, grab a brew and a bite, and settle in to enjoy the music on our centennial farm. Be......More

The stately barns at the Dickson-Murst Farm will once again echo with music at this event featuring local musical acts, craft beer and food trucks. Free admission, bring your own chairs, grab a brew and a bite, and settle in to enjoy the music on our centennial farm. Beer, Bands & BarnsSaturday, September 18th3:00pm – 9:00pmDickson-Murst Farm2550 Dickson RoadMontgomery, IL 60538 Band Line-Up3:00 – 4:30: Natalie Kassab from Oswego5:00 – 6:30: Redhorse Band from Sandwich7:00 – 9:00: Jason Hubbard from Yorkville There will be featured food trucks from Burrittoville in Dekalb and Home Plate Hot Dogs in Yorkville. Beer, wine, and craft beer will be available to purchase. Call (630) 816-0604 with questions! Thanks to our volunteer Dickson-Murst Farm Partners for their work on these events. Sponsored by Allied First Bank of Oswego 

Dickson-Murst Farm, 2550 Dickson Road, Montgomery, IL, 60538, United States

Green Earth's Fall Community Market

Green Earth’s Fall Community MarketSunday, September 19th1:00pm – 4:00pmMcDonald Farm10S404 Knoch Knolls RdNaperville, IL 60565   Green Earth Harvest invites you to McDonald Farm to explore all the wonderful things happening here! You’ll find our farm stand, featuring o......More

Green Earth’s Fall Community MarketSunday, September 19th1:00pm – 4:00pmMcDonald Farm10S404 Knoch Knolls RdNaperville, IL 60565   Green Earth Harvest invites you to McDonald Farm to explore all the wonderful things happening here! You’ll find our farm stand, featuring our seasonal, organic vegetables grown right here at McDonald Farm, along with our farm family partners (who visit our farm throughout our farmshare season) and a few other specially-curated local businesses showcasing their market goodies we are certain you’ll enjoy: Flat Tire Farm — 5th generation MI fruit farmers focused on sustainable agricultureSweet Pea’s Stems — specialty flower bunches grown right here at McDonald FarmHufendick Farm — local & humanely raised meats, eggs and milk (2:30-4PM)Brian Severson Organics — delicate & delicious organic grains, flour & baked goodsThyme & Place —  an incubator farm with herbs & teas grown here at McDonald FarmJL Honeybee Farm — featuring honey from hives here at McDonald FarmNew Moon Vegan — delicious vegan treats made with love in Fox ValleyFermentum — featuring fermented pickles, giardiniera, kimchi and beet KvassSandhill Coffee — ethically-sourced, locally sold coffee beans from around the world  Get to know The Conservation Foundation and our other local community partners including Midwest SOARRING Foundation’s Native American artifacts and dancers (2pm performance),  Loaves & Fishes, North American Pizza & Culinary Academy, Pure Prairie Organics, A Drop in the Desert and The Resiliency Institute.   Grab a Market Passport (completed passports will be entered to win a prize), meander through the market, bring the kiddos to enjoy children’s activities, take a self-guided tour of the farm or sign up for one of our specific guided tours to get to know our unique non-profit organization a bit better. We’ll be hosting free 30-minute guided tours of our organic farm, conservation areas, Nature Rx walks, as well as Family Mini-Adventures on the Farm — pre-register below!   We hope you’ll come out to enjoy the afternoon at McDonald Farm and celebrate fall with us at the “best kept secret in Naperville”!   Family Mini-Adventures on the Farm (no charge) at 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30 and 3:00pm   Green Earth Harvest Farm Tour at 1:15pm   The Conservation Foundation Tour at 2:15pm   The Resiliency Institute’s Nature Rx Forest Bathing at 3:00pm   The Resiliency Institute’s Edible Forest Garden Tour at 3:30pm  

McDonald Farm, 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville, IL 60565, 10S404 Knoch Knolls Rd, Naperville, IL, 60565, United States

Yorkville Litter Clean-up

Donate one hour of your time and help make Yorkville brighter.Participate in our clean-up program. Just bring yourself, gloves, and a mask. Trash bags and picker-uppers provided. Last Saturday of the month June – September, 8:00-9:00am:June 26July 31August 28September 2......More

Donate one hour of your time and help make Yorkville brighter.Participate in our clean-up program. Just bring yourself, gloves, and a mask. Trash bags and picker-uppers provided. Last Saturday of the month June – September, 8:00-9:00am:June 26July 31August 28September 25 All clean-ups June-September will begin in the Planet Fitness parking lot376 East Veterans Parkway,Yorkville, IL 60560 Join us for one clean-up session or come to all four!For more information, call Stephanie Roskopf at 630-400-2710 Sponsored by:The Conservation Foundation and the Yorkville Chamber Green Connect.Thank you to Yorkville Ace Hardware for donating supplies. 

376 East Veterans Parkway, 376 East Veterans Parkway, Yorkville, IL, 60560

Forest Therapy Walk

2021 Forest Therapy Walks  Immerse yourself in nature and experience the healing effects of forest therapy or Shinrin-Yoku (Japanese for forest bathing). The walk is not about the destination, but instead the awakening of your senses to the natural environment around yo......More

2021 Forest Therapy Walks  Immerse yourself in nature and experience the healing effects of forest therapy or Shinrin-Yoku (Japanese for forest bathing). The walk is not about the destination, but instead the awakening of your senses to the natural environment around you. Reconnect with nature during these mindful walks with a certified Forest Therapy guide. The walk is entirely outdoors. Be prepared to walk over uneven terrain. Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. We will follow CDC guidelines and practice social distancing.   Wheaton – Lincoln MarshHarrison Ave. & Pierce Ave., Wheaton 60187Certified Forest Therapy Guide – Jeanne Iovenelli   Register Here   Sunday, October 3rd from 1:00 – 3:00pmWednesday, October 13th from 12:00 – 2:00pmSaturday, October 16th from 1:00 – 3:00pm   Naperville – Knoch Knolls Park320 Knoch Knolls Rd., Naperville 60565Certified Forest Therapy Guide – Jeanne Iovenelli   Register Here   Saturday, October 28th from 9:00 – 11:00amWednesday, November 3rd from 9:00 – 11:00amSaturday, November 13th from 9:00 – 11:00amSaturday, November 20th from 1:00 – 3:00pm   Please note, all participants need to sign and bring this waiver to the forest therapy walk.    Support provided by DuPage Foundation  

Climate Change and the Illinois 30x30 Plan

Join us in October for our Illinois 30×30 Coalition: A conversation about nature-based climate solutions in Illinois webinar! The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity estimates that the conservation of 30% of the land and water in the world by 2030 is neces......More

Join us in October for our Illinois 30×30 Coalition: A conversation about nature-based climate solutions in Illinois webinar! The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity estimates that the conservation of 30% of the land and water in the world by 2030 is necessary in order to achieve mitigation goals established under the Paris Climate Agreement. The Biden administration has embraced a national “30×30” goal of conserving 30% of the Nation’s land and water by 2030. What does this actually mean for Illinois? In a state where only 4% of our land and water is under conventional conservation, how do we go about contributing to this national effort and helping Illinois re-establish itself as a leader in conservation? Hear about the efforts of the Illinois 30×30 Coalition and consider lending your voice to help answer some of these questions as well as learn how to advocate for conservation in the coming years.     This webinar is sponsored by:  

Forest Therapy Walk

2021 Forest Therapy Walks  Immerse yourself in nature and experience the healing effects of forest therapy or Shinrin-Yoku (Japanese for forest bathing). The walk is not about the destination, but instead the awakening of your senses to the natural environment around yo......More

2021 Forest Therapy Walks  Immerse yourself in nature and experience the healing effects of forest therapy or Shinrin-Yoku (Japanese for forest bathing). The walk is not about the destination, but instead the awakening of your senses to the natural environment around you. Reconnect with nature during these mindful walks with a certified Forest Therapy guide. The walk is entirely outdoors. Be prepared to walk over uneven terrain. Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. We will follow CDC guidelines and practice social distancing.   Wheaton – Lincoln MarshHarrison Ave. & Pierce Ave., Wheaton 60187Certified Forest Therapy Guide – Jeanne Iovenelli   Register Here   Wednesday, October 13th from 12:00 – 2:00pmSaturday, October 16th from 1:00 – 3:00pm   Naperville – Knoch Knolls Park320 Knoch Knolls Rd., Naperville 60565Certified Forest Therapy Guide – Jeanne Iovenelli   Register Here   Saturday, October 28th from 9:00 – 11:00amWednesday, November 3rd from 9:00 – 11:00amSaturday, November 13th from 9:00 – 11:00amSaturday, November 20th from 1:00 – 3:00pm   Please note, all participants need to sign and bring this waiver to the forest therapy walk.    Support provided by DuPage Foundation  

Forest Therapy Walk

2021 Forest Therapy Walks  Immerse yourself in nature and experience the healing effects of forest therapy or Shinrin-Yoku (Japanese for forest bathing). The walk is not about the destination, but instead the awakening of your senses to the natural environment around yo......More

2021 Forest Therapy Walks  Immerse yourself in nature and experience the healing effects of forest therapy or Shinrin-Yoku (Japanese for forest bathing). The walk is not about the destination, but instead the awakening of your senses to the natural environment around you. Reconnect with nature during these mindful walks with a certified Forest Therapy guide. The walk is entirely outdoors. Be prepared to walk over uneven terrain. Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. We will follow CDC guidelines and practice social distancing.   Wheaton – Lincoln MarshHarrison Ave. & Pierce Ave., Wheaton 60187Certified Forest Therapy Guide – Jeanne Iovenelli   Register Here   Saturday, October 16th from 1:00 – 3:00pm   Naperville – Knoch Knolls Park320 Knoch Knolls Rd., Naperville 60565Certified Forest Therapy Guide – Jeanne Iovenelli   Register Here   Saturday, October 28th from 9:00 – 11:00amWednesday, November 3rd from 9:00 – 11:00amSaturday, November 13th from 9:00 – 11:00amSaturday, November 20th from 1:00 – 3:00pm   Please note, all participants need to sign and bring this waiver to the forest therapy walk.    Support provided by DuPage Foundation  

Forest Therapy Walk

2021 Forest Therapy Walks  Immerse yourself in nature and experience the healing effects of forest therapy or Shinrin-Yoku (Japanese for forest bathing). The walk is not about the destination, but instead the awakening of your senses to the natural environment around yo......More

2021 Forest Therapy Walks  Immerse yourself in nature and experience the healing effects of forest therapy or Shinrin-Yoku (Japanese for forest bathing). The walk is not about the destination, but instead the awakening of your senses to the natural environment around you. Reconnect with nature during these mindful walks with a certified Forest Therapy guide. The walk is entirely outdoors. Be prepared to walk over uneven terrain. Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. We will follow CDC guidelines and practice social distancing.   Naperville – Knoch Knolls Park320 Knoch Knolls Rd., Naperville 60565Certified Forest Therapy Guide – Jeanne Iovenelli   Register Here   Saturday, October 28th from 9:00 – 11:00amWednesday, November 3rd from 9:00 – 11:00amSaturday, November 13th from 9:00 – 11:00amSaturday, November 20th from 1:00 – 3:00pm   Please note, all participants need to sign and bring this waiver to the forest therapy walk.    Support provided by DuPage Foundation