Peoria Wilds Ecological Restoration Workdays
Join these restoration workdays and meet new people, learn about the native (and non-native) flora and fauna, have some fun, and get some exercise! Bring gloves and water and dress appropriately for an outdoor experience. Check out Peoria Wilds online at www.peoriawilds.org or call JD Russell at 686-3360 for further information.
Detweiller, Forest Park and associated areas
Periodic outings to Detweiller and Forest Park are offered by our stewards. Contact JD Russell (686-3360) for more information.
Forest Park Nature Center Garlic Mustard Control
Garlic Mustard is an exotic invasive plant species threatening to drive out native understory plants. Please spend what time you can helping us control this plant. A short presentation on Garlic Mustard identification will precede the control efforts.
Day-Date Time
Sa: 4/28 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Sa: 5/12 1-4 pm
Robinson Park Workdays
Meet at the west parking lot at Robinson Park (nearest Knoxville Ave) on Mossville Road. Contact Adam Rieger at 645-2354 or e-mail adam@signsmatter.com
Day-Date(s) Time
Sa: 4/14, 5/12, 6/9, 7/14, 8/11 8:00-11:00 am
Singing Woods Workdays
Meet at Forest Park Nature Center. Contact Steve Meismer at 692-9724 or smeismer2@comcast.net
Day-Date Time
Sa: 4/28, 5/26, 6/23,7/28, 8/25 8:00 am-12:00 pm
Springdale Cemetery Savanna Workdays
Meet at the Springdale Cemetery office on Prospect Road. Call steward John McGreal at 630-215-8204 with questions or e-mail johnpaulmcgreal@netscape.net.
Day-Date Time
Sa: 5/5, 6/2, 7/7, 8/4 9:00 am - 12:00 pm