Join Hoo Haven at the Starved Rock Visitor Center to meet a rescued bald eagle and white pelican to learn more about Illinois' largest birds. Shows at 11:30am and 1pm. Tickets available at the front desk on event day.

You might not be a squirrel but you can still relish the experience of foraging for wild nuts such as acorns, pecans, and hickories. Discover how to identify, gather, and turn these nuts into tasty meals!

Join a guided night hike at Starved Rock to encounter its haunting spirits. Register online starting September 25, 2025 at Starved Rock Eventbrite.

Gerald Savage, a road scholar from the HoChunk Nation, cordially invites you to explore the captivating narrative of Native American reintroduction in Illinois.

As the leaves drift to the ground, art instructor Georgia Braun is eager to guide you in crafting enchanting leaf lanterns. Secure your spot by registering online at Starved Rock Eventbrite, beginning Oct 9, 2025.

Don't forget to download you entry form from https://www. dnr.illinois.gove/park.starvedrock.html today! Entries are due no later than November 30, 2025.