GROWING UP IN THE PRESERVES: DIG IN THE DIRT

GROWING UP IN THE PRESERVES: DIG IN THE DIRT

3/10/2026 to 3/10/2026 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Natural Playscape, Homer Lake Forest Preserve, 10 – 11 AM 

This program is designed for preschoolers ages 3-6 along with their grown-ups to learn as we play outside in nature together. During this session, we will conduct experiments, play games, and get hands-on with the surprising science of soil. Dress for the temperature and ground conditions (coldness, wetness) as the whole program will be outdoors. FREE. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Groups with 5 or more preschoolers are welcome with advance notice. Groups, please contact Morgan Duerksen-Balk before March 7. For more info: (217) 896-2455 or mduerksen-balk@ccfpd.org.