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  • May Wildflower Sanctuary Workday

    The Batavia Wildflower Sanctuary Houston St. at Island Ave., Batavia, IL

    Join us for a volunteer workday at the Batavia Wildflower Sanctuary! Our workdays include planting natives, removing invasive species, weeding and other improvement projects. For questions or to be added to the Steward's email list, please contact Sarah Kimber at sarahkimber123@gmail.com

  • May Meeting “All About Wetlands”

    Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave, Batavia, IL, United States

    Adam Dagley will present “All About Wetlands” which will include an introductory examination of wetland ecosystems.  Adam will discuss the criteria used to define wetlands, the primary types of wetlands, and the biological communities they support. He will also explore the impacts on wetlands and analyze their ecological significance, including the critical services they provide to human and natural systems. Dagley is the Manager of Peck Farm Park, a 385-acre natural retreat featuring 19 acres of wetlands, a Butterfly house, nature playground, observation silo, sensory gardens, nature and bike trails, a picnic area, and more!

  • June Wildflower Sanctuary Workday

    The Batavia Wildflower Sanctuary Houston St. at Island Ave., Batavia, IL

    Join us for a volunteer workday at the Batavia Wildflower Sanctuary! Our workdays include planting natives, removing invasive species, weeding and other improvement projects. For questions or to be added to the Steward's email list, please contact Sarah Kimber at sarahkimber123@gmail.com

  • June Meeting – Fellowship, Food & Future Potluck

    Batavia Public Library 10 S. Batavia Ave, Batavia, IL, United States

    Please join for the last meeting before our summer break for some food, fellowship, and discussions about the future of the club. We'll have a short business meeting followed by a potluck dinner. The club will provide chicken, the serveware, and beverages.  Please bring your choice of an appetizer, salad, side dish, or dessert to share. 

  • July Wildflower Sanctuary Workday

    The Batavia Wildflower Sanctuary Houston St. at Island Ave., Batavia, IL

    Join us for a volunteer workday at the Batavia Wildflower Sanctuary! Our workdays include planting natives, removing invasive species, weeding and other improvement projects. For questions or to be added to the Steward's email list, please contact Sarah Kimber at sarahkimber123@gmail.com

  • August Wildflower Sanctuary Workday

    The Batavia Wildflower Sanctuary Houston St. at Island Ave., Batavia, IL

    Join us for a volunteer workday at the Batavia Wildflower Sanctuary! Our workdays include planting natives, removing invasive species, weeding and other improvement projects. For questions or to be added to the Steward's email list, please contact Sarah Kimber at sarahkimber123@gmail.com

  • September Wildflower Sanctuary Workday

    The Batavia Wildflower Sanctuary Houston St. at Island Ave., Batavia, IL

    Join us for a volunteer workday at the Batavia Wildflower Sanctuary! Our workdays include planting natives, removing invasive species, weeding and other improvement projects. For questions or to be added to the Steward's email list, please contact Sarah Kimber at sarahkimber123@gmail.com

  • September 2026 Meeting: The American Bison by Amber Ross

    The Landings Senior Living 2450 W Fabyan Pkwy, Batavia, IL

    Discover the story of the American bison's return to Kane County after more than 200 years. This presentation explores the history of bison in Illinois, their vital role in restoring tallgrass prairie ecosystems, and the collaborative conservation efforts that brought them back to Burlington Prairie Forest Preserve. Learn how these iconic animals are helping revive native landscapes while strengthening connections to the region's natural and cultural heritage.   Amber Ross has been a Naturalist with the Forest Preserve District of Kane County since 2023. She graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife from the School of Agriculture. Amber grew up in rural Indiana, where the only thing to do was to play outside - that’s where her love of nature began. Upon graduating, Amber started her career with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources as a seasonal Naturalist at Indiana Dunes State Park. Since then, her career has taken her to several other environmental organizations. Most recently, she is proud to have built many partnerships with regional special recreation associations to lead nature programming for their special-needs adult communities.

  • Batavia Farmers Market

    Batavia Farmer's Market North River Street between Wilson and Spring Streets, Batavia, IL

  • October Wildflower Sanctuary Workday

    The Batavia Wildflower Sanctuary Houston St. at Island Ave., Batavia, IL

    Join us for a volunteer workday at the Batavia Wildflower Sanctuary! Our workdays include planting natives, removing invasive species, weeding and other improvement projects. For questions or to be added to the Steward's email list, please contact Sarah Kimber at sarahkimber123@gmail.com