Help Us to Plant a Refugium
September 29 & 30, 20269 AM – 1 PMTamarack West Friends of Hackmatack NWR is establishing a refugium on a patch of land next to Tryon Grove Road, on the Hackmatack West property. We have 354 plants to get into the ground, and we are looking for volunteers...
2026 Monarch Family Fun Fair
The popular Monarch Family Fun Fair is celebrating its 11th year. This fair will be held from 12:30 to 4 pm on Sunday, August 11 at Crystal Lake Main Beach Pavilion, 300 Lake Shore Dr, Crystal Lake, Illinois. Hosted by the Hackmatack Monarch Coalition, the fair is an...
World Migratory Bird Day 2026: Every Bird Counts
Free EventSaturday, May 9, 20268 AM – NoonLost Valley Visitor Center at Glacial Park6705 State Rte. 31, Ringwood, IL We’ll be celebrating together with MCCD and USFWS and YOU with activities, crafts, lessons and more at Lost Valley Visitor Center. This is...