Tag: Nature hike

Readings from the Rookery

Severson Dells Nature Center 8786 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL, United States

Severson Dells staff lead this fun program that introduces children to great nature books.  After our story, everyone participates in outside activities that relate to the theme of the week.  Continue Reading

Free

Winged Wonders

Severson Dells Nature Center 8786 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL, United States

Bats, beetles, and dragonflies, oh my!! Join us for a day all about the animals and insects that fly. What are the benefits and challenges of flying? Explore the science Continue Reading

Free

Speak Bird

Welty Environmental Center 1201 Big Hill Ct, Beloit, WI, United States

August is a great time for bird watching and listening out at Bill Hill Park. In the height of summer, we are sure to see and hear many song birds Continue Reading

$5

Bumble Bees

Welty Environmental Center 1201 Big Hill Ct, Beloit, WI, United States

Examine the life of a bumble bee and learn why they are important to the environment. Sample honey, make a bumble bee craft and hike as we search for bumble Continue Reading

$5

Winter Hike

Severson Dells Nature Center 8786 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL, United States

Take a guided walk along trails and search for wildlife. Enjoy some hot cocoa at the end of the walk. Must be able to walk 1+ mile. RSVP here or Continue Reading

Free

Fall Color Walk

Severson Dells Nature Center 8786 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL, United States

Hike through Severson Dells to see nature’s beautiful colors. For people of all ages. Register here.

Free

Luminaria 2019 at Severson Dells

Severson Dells Nature Center 8786 Montague Rd, Rockford, IL, United States

Walk the candlelit trail, listen to live music, enjoy hot cocoa, take a horse-drawn wagon ride, take photos in a photo booth and decorate an ornament to take home.

Free

Family Nature Hike

Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens 1354 N 2nd Street, Rockford, IL, United States

Take a walk through the gardens with your kids and learn about the plants, animals, and insects in the gardens. Register here.

Free

Spring Frog Walk

Atwood Center 2685 New Milford School Rd, Rockford, IL, United States

Take a night hike to look for frogs and listen to frog sounds. Register here.

Free

Night Nature Hike

Nature At the Confluence 306 Dickop St, South Beloit, IL, United States

Take a hike to see bats, glow-worms and fireflies.

Free