Dec 30, 2020
Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2021, offering free virtual events throughout the winter and spring!
Oct 30, 2020
There are more ways than ever to celebrate America’s national mammal, such as a digital map of local area “bison crawl” sites with in-person or virtual programs, including six libraries with interpretive spotlights on National Bison Day, November 7.
Sep 14, 2020
The USDA Forest Service’s Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie is one of just 50 National Public Lands Day virtual sites to be highlighted by the National Environmental Education Foundation. Celebrate National Public Lands Day learning photo techniques and sharing your fall colors photos and stories from Midewin NTP during a virtual session on Saturday, September 26 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Aug 31, 2020 ● By Sheryl DeVore
Even the grasses provide new color this time of year. You can see fields covered in hazes of browns and yellows, and if you look closely, you might even see the bottle gentian blooming. Writer Sheryl DeVore takes us on a tour of Illinois Prairies with Veronica Hinke and Cindy Crosby.
May 29, 2020
A wide range of natural resources topics for kids via virtual education program.
Apr 30, 2020
Take advantage of free informational webinars on topics of natural resources and conservation.
Apr 15, 2020
Free informational webinars on topics of natural resources and conservation.
Mar 31, 2020 ● By Jennifer Durkin
Growing a prairie garden at a home or business is simpler than people might think. Following a few basic principles in planting can give a whole new look and feel to a yard that will be easier to maintain and enjoy.
