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Spring Nature Walks at New Salem

New Salem East Side X5C7+72 Lewisburg, Illinois, United States

Spring is a great time to get out and enjoy the sights and sounds of the forest. Join Menard County Trails & Greenways on April 18th at New Salem State Historic Site to explore the trails on the East Side of the park. Check in at our tent located in the parking lot of the old restaurant. We'll have: Volunteers available to describe the various trails and help you decide which one(s) your friends and family might like to explore. Trail maps available for self-guided exploration. Guided walks available on the hour from 1:00 to 4:00 PM.  What to expect:  Cardinal Trail and Shickshack Trails are each approximately 1 mile in length on the ridge top through the woods; both are relatively flat and kid friendly. Both trails connect to other two other trails--Shady Hollow and Damselfly--which connect to each other at the bottom of the ridge at the Sangamon River. It's possible to do all four trails for a nice 3.5 to 4 mile hike--though there is significant elevation change to consider. Recommended: Sturdy footwear and drinking water (we'll have a water cooler available for refilling your water bottle, but please arrive with a full bottle.) We'll be following current CDC guidelines. Please wear a mask and maintain 6 feet between people when interacting with others besides your family or circle of friends. Rain date: May 2nd, 1:00-5:00 PM

Celebrate Earth Day

Hurie Park 2564+VR Petersburg, Illinois, Petersburg, IL, United States

Pitch In for Petersburg! Join friends, neighbors and sponsors on Earth Day to clean up the litter from our parks and neighborhoods. Ways to Participate: Sign in at Hurie Park after work or school starting at 4:00 PM (or whenever you can get there) to get a trash bag, your free tote (while they last), and DQ cone coupon (while they last). Pick up around your neighborhood or other locations you regularly see litter. Bring your bag(s) to Hurie before 6:00 PM to claim your free tote (while they last), and DQ cone coupon (while they last).  Or take a selfie with your team and your trash bags to claim your tote and DQ cone. If you've been contacted by an organization or employer to help out, then there's no need to sign in with us at Hurie. Stay Safe - Practice CDC guidelines: wear masks when closer than 6', wash and sanitize hands; gloves will be available! For more details and a list of our amazing sponsors, click here! Download (and share) the flyer here! Rain Date:   In case of rain, we'll reschedule. Check back here or Facebook for updates.

Postponed to Sunday – Garlic Mustard Invasive Species Pull at New Salem

New Salem East Side X5C7+72 Lewisburg, Illinois, United States

Rain is in the forecast for Saturday, so we're postponing to Sunday.  Volunteers needed! On Saturday, April 24th, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM, Menard County Trails & Greenways will hold a Garlic Mustard Pull at New Salem State Historic Site.   Rain Date: April 25th - same time!! Learn how to identify and carefully remove garlic mustard before it goes to seed and further spreads through the area. Don't know what garlic mustard is, or why it's a problem? Check out this short video produced by Iowa State University. Volunteers will be required to sign a IDNR volunteer form and waiver (available at check in), and all must wear close-toed shoes, long sleeves and pants. Gloves are optional. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Download Flyer!

MCTG Board Meeting

New Salem Riverside Picnic Area X5C9+27 Petersburg, Illinois, United States

The Menard County Trails & Greenways bi-monthly board meeting will take place in person for the first time in a long time!  We'll gather around a campfire -- so bring your own chair.  Everyone welcome to attend. Please be COVID aware. If you've not been vaccinated stay at least 6' apart from others. If you're feeling ill or have been exposed, please stay home.

Growing Healthy Trees & Shrubs Workshop

Three Pines Petersburg 510 W Sheridan Rd, Petersburg, IL, United States

MCTG, Trees Forever, Starhill Arboretum and Three Pines Petersburg are teaming up to host a workshop on Growing Healthy Trees and Shrubs on May 15th at Three Pines Petersburg.  1:00PM to 3:00PM.  Want to add trees and shrubs to your landscape, but don’t know quite where to start? Got questions about what kind of trees would be best for your property? In partnership with Menard County Trails & Greenways, Debbie Fluegel with Trees Forever and Guy Sternberg with Starhill Arboretum will share tips and tricks about what to plant, where to plant, how to plant, and how to care for your trees and shrubs. The talk will focus on native trees  and shrubs in the community and those that are beneficial to pollinators and other wildlife. After the presentation, attendees will get some hands-on experience planting trees and shrubs that are wrapped in burlap. This event is free and open to the public!  What to bring Gloves A chair to sit in during the "classroom" instruction portion Questions! Rain date In the event of rain on May 15th, the event will be rescheduled for the same time on the following day, Sunday, May 16th. Covid-19 Precautions Please bring a mask to wear when you're unable to be at least 6 feet away from other participants. Do not attend if you are feeling ill or have symptoms. Download a flyer!

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