Discover engaging and free nature/history themed events!
All events are hosted by the Starved Rock Foundation and Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
Starved Rock Saplings - Tree Hole Homes
There are lots of tree holes, but do you know who makes their home in them? Find out by joining one of our park naturalists. To join in, send an email to lisa.sons@illinois.gov
Crows are incredibly smart! Want to learn more? Joins us for fun stories, crafts, and bird-watching adventures with park naturalists. Email lisa.sons@illinois.gov to participate!
Have you ever tried your hand at making art using beeswax and dye? Join Georgia Braun for a workshop on the beautiful technique of batiking. Sign up online at Starved Rock Eventbrite starting August 14.
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!