Environmental Restoration Event - Hoffman Estates, IL

1 Rosewood Court,Streamwood IL 60107

29 April, 2023

Description

Join us for a fun day of volunteering to celebrate Earth Month! This event is part of the ongoing ecological restoration of an oak woodland located in the Schaumburg Road Grasslands, a 750-acre forest preserve in Cook County, Illinois. Participants will plant the seed of over 40 native species in a remnant woodland where the objective is to restore the biodiversity and ecological function of a native midwestern-US oak ecosystem to pre-settlement conditions. Meeting Point: Schaumburg Road Grasslands, Poplar Creek Equestrian Parking, located in Streamwood IL, on the north side of Schaumburg Rd, 3/4 mile west of Rte 59. Please remember to: Wear Sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots with good traction. Long pants and long-sleeved shirts to protect your skin from scratches and insect bites. Layers of clothing appropriate for the weather conditions. A hat or cap to protect your head and face from the sun. Bring A reusable water bottle to stay hydrated. Sunscreen and bug spray Snacks if you're a snack-y person A positive attitude If you registered for the event and have to cancel, please get in touch with [email protected] We look forward to seeing you there!