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Events:
October 18, 2025 | 1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Legacy Tree Hike
with Natural Land Institute
Alan Branhagen, NLI’s Executive Director, will lead a hike at Deer Run Forest Preserve to point out the variety of trees and their interesting and unique features. He will also discuss NLI’s Legacy Tree Program and show the October Tree of the Month that will be featured at this preserve (it’s a surprise!).
Photo credit: Rob Clark
Deer Run Forest Preserve
5691 River Road, Cherry Valley, IL 61016
November 6, 2025 | 6:00 p.m.
Managing Woody Invasive Plants: Fall Classroom Edition
with Illinois Extension
When other plants lie low for the colder months, many invasives stick out, giving us the perfect opportunity to manage them. Join the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County and University of Illinois Extension to learn how invasives take over, why it is important to manage these pesky plants, and how to do it effectively. University of Illinois Extension Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Educator Jay Solomon will lead the group through an engaging and informational classroom discussion.
Headquarters Forest Preserve
5500 Northrock Drive, Rockford, IL 61103
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