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44 in 24 Challenge

Ready for a Challenge?

Discover the nature of Winnebago County by visiting all 44 forest preserve in 2024! 

With 11,639 acres, 100 miles of hiking trails, and breathtaking views - there are endless possibilities to explore YOUR forest preserves!

Snap some photos! Tag us in your social media posts & use #44in24 so we can share your adventures!

Click the button below to download your checklist.

Download & print your checklist!

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March 23, 2024 | 9:00 am

Guided Hike at Colored Sands

Join FPWC volunteer & retired deputy Tim Speer as he leads you on a guided hike at Colored Sands Forest Preserve!

This preserve is known for its birds, unique geology, wonderful wildflowers, and outstanding panoramic views of the pristine Sugar River.

This is a FREE family-friendly hike. Please, no dogs. Register below.

Colored Sands Forest Preserve
10602 Haas Road, Rockton, IL 61024

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March 16, 2024  | 9:30 am

Eastern Bluebird Nest Box Training

Join us at Headquarters Forest Preserve for Eastern Bluebird Nest Box Training! This is part of our Community Science volunteer program.

FPWC Volunteer, Neil McLaughlin, will teach you about what is takes to monitor Eastern Bluebird nest boxes.

This program is for new & current volunteers. Please RSVP below.

Headquarters Forest Preserve
5500 Northrock Drive, Rockford, IL 61103

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April 6, 2024 | 9:00 am

Walk With U - Guided Walk

Start your Saturday off on the right food with a guided walk at Kishwaukee River Forest Preserve! 

This preserve is a historic and scenic preserve bisected by the Kishwaukee River. Very popular for river access, it receives a lot of use for canoeing, kayaking and fishing.

This is a free, family-friendly walk. Leashed dogs allowed. No RSVP needed!

Kishwaukee River Forest Preserve
5757 Blackhawk Road, Cherry Valley, IL 61016

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March 21, 2024 | 5:00 pm

Buburst Training

Become a part of a growing group of volunteers who observe and record information about the natural world!

 

Budburst is a part of our Community Science volunteer program.

Join us for a virtual training for new and returning volunteers. The training will be presented by the Chicago Botanic Garden.

Please register below.

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Virtual Training

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April 11, 2024 | 5:30 pm

Bat Monitor Training

Join us at Headquarters Forest Preserve on Thursday, April 11, 2024 for our Community Science Bat Monitor Training!

Hosted by Joy O'Keefe from the North American Bat Monitoring Program, this program is great for anyone who appreciates bats, night-time hikes, and amazing apps!

This program is for new and returning volunteers.

Headquarters Forest Preserve
5500 Northrock Dr, Rockford, IL 61103

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