Join ParkLands Foundation on a Hike with a Naturalist in February! Join Jan Turner, Peg Schickedanz, and Mary Jo Adams for a hike at the Merwin Nature Preserve on February 10th from 1:00pm-3:00pm. There will be an option for a shorter and longer hike that you can choose from. If there is adequate weather for

Join ParkLands Foundation on a Hike with a Naturalist in March! Join Jeff and Terrie Howard for a hike at the Lexington Preserve on March 16th from 10:00am-12:00pm. This event is open to the public. There is a $5 registration fee per family. Bring long pants and sturdy shoes! There will be an option for

Every year, towards the end of April and into early May, the Bluebells are in full bloom! Join ParkLands Foundation for our annual hike guided by local naturalists on a tour of Merwin Preserve's most vibrant spring flowers on Saturday, April 27th, 2024! There is a $5 registration fee per family. Caution: The trails have

Join Volunteer Stewards Andy Smoot and Chuck Croxton for a hike at the Kenyon-Baller Preserve. This hike is from 10am- 12pm. This is open to everyone! There is a $5 fee per group/ family. Bring long pants and sturdy shoes. There are no pets allowed. Please register for the event: HERE Directions to the preserve

Everyone is invited to mix and mingle with our Board of Directors & Staff at this family friendly event. We'll be happy to answer any questions you have about our foundation & preserves. Bring a friend! Beverages & food will be available for purchase. Admission is free! But please help us out by registering. CLICK

Our bike ride is back! Who would like to go for a bike ride by some beautiful restored prairie and woodlands along the Mackinaw River this summer?  ParkLands will be hosting our 7th annual bike ride on July 13, 2024. Won’t you join us and support the ParkLands mission of preserving prairie and forest habitat

ParkLands Moon Preserve has 42-acres located within the inner loop of Lake Bloomington. It has 1.2 miles of hiking trails. We are needing some volunteers to get and keep this wonderful place in shape ecologically. Tasks would include removal of invasive plants and basic trail maintenance. No experience or plant identification skills are needed, in

ParkLands Moon Preserve has 42-acres located within the inner loop of Lake Bloomington. It has 1.2 miles of hiking trails. We are needing some volunteers to get and keep this wonderful place in shape ecologically. Tasks would include removal of invasive plants and basic trail maintenance. No experience or plant identification skills are needed, in

ParkLands Moon Preserve has 42-acres located within the inner loop of Lake Bloomington. It has 1.2 miles of hiking trails. We are needing some volunteers to get and keep this wonderful place in shape ecologically. Tasks would include removal of invasive plants and basic trail maintenance. No experience or plant identification skills are needed, in

Step into the Mackinaw River for an unforgettable hands-on experience for all ages. Discover the animals that live beneath the waterline. With the help of scientists, search for and learn about mussels, damselfly and dragonfly nymphs, crayfish, and so many other fascinating animals. This popular program will sell out! Don't be left on the waiting

An experienced naturalist will be your guide through Letcher Basin Preserve in Secor, IL. See what nature has to offer on a beautiful summer day. Wear clothes suitable for the weather. Fee: $5/family or group. Please do not bring your pets, as they are not allowed in any of ParkLands' Preserves. Register here.

ParkLands Moon Preserve has 42-acres located within the inner loop of Lake Bloomington. It has 1.2 miles of hiking trails. We are needing some volunteers to get and keep this wonderful place in shape ecologically. Tasks would include removal of invasive plants and basic trail maintenance. No experience or plant identification skills are needed, in