INPS EVENTS
2025 Native Plant Sale Recap
What an incredible day for native plants and our Central Chapter! When the doors opened at 9:00 AM, a line of more than 200 eager shoppers—some from across Central Illinois and others from much farther afield—were ready to dive in. With the help of over 70 dedicated INPS volunteers sharing their time and expertise, this… Read more
Central Chapter Events
Jurgensen Woods field trip reminder 1 p.m.
Welcome to one of the older, ancient beaches of the Chicago Lake Plain. Sand prairie and savanna formed here, and we should have an opportunity to see many lovely spring flowers and ferns, as the prairies and savannas bloom later than the woods. We will meet at the Jurgensen Woods Picnic Grove Shelter parking lot… Read more
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Illinois Hill Prairies
Join us to learn about HeartLands Conservancy’s Trout Hollow Hill Prairie, a hill prairie saved through community conservation efforts. This talk will explore the unique ecology of hill prairies, the threats they face, and the ongoing stewardship work to restore and protect this ecosystem. Presenter: Anna McAtee What: Zoom presentation When: 6:00pm on April 29th… Read more
Chapter Events
ILLINOIS NATIVE PLANT SALE
MAY 2, 2025 8AM – 12PM TURLEY PARK, CARBONDALE, IL HIGH QUALITY NURSERY STOCK NATIVE PERENNIAL WILDFLOWERS, FERNS, AND GRASSES, ALL $10 Plants provided by Southernwood Gardens Alto Pass, IL In time for Mother’s Day. Southern Chapter
Chapter Events
Goose Lake Prairie Nature Preserve
See the largest prairie in Illinois. Wear sturdy boots, pants and be prepared for ticks and chiggers. After visit the Twisted Anchor in Wilmington for drinks, food and conversation.
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Des Plaines Dolomite Prairies L&WR Field Trip
See rare dolomite prairie and plants. Sturdy boots and relatively short, level walk. Ticks and chiggers. Retire to Twisted Anchor afterward.
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Braidwood Dunes & Savanna NP Field Trip
See sand savannas and wetlands. Wear sturdy, long pants and bootsfor sandy trails with some off trail on nearly level ground. Expect ticks and chiggers.
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Heidecke Lake Land & Water Reserve Field Trip
Come see some of the biggest prairie in Illinois at Heidecke Lake. Ticks, chiggers and off trail walking. Who could ask for more. Cool off at Carson's Tap House (823 Liberty St) in Morris afterward.
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Sand Ridge Savanna NP Field Trip
Sand Ridge Savanna Nature Preserve walk, meet at Kankakee Sands (Will County) parking lot 10 a.m. Boots, sturdy pants, bug spray and lots of off trail walking.