Postponed to Sunday – Garlic Mustard Invasive Species Pull at New Salem
New Salem East Side X5C7+72 Lewisburg, Illinois, United StatesRain 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 StatesThe 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 StatesMCTG, 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!
Lincoln Highway Bike Ride
Menard County Court House 102 S 7th St, Petersburg, IL, United StatesRide your bike where Abe Lincoln rode his horse! Meet at the Menard County Courthouse in Petersburg for a 29-mile ride on the Lincoln Highway and rural roads with stops at four historic sites. After a short rest stop at the Trading Post in Oakford we’ll head back to Petersburg for refreshments at Hand of Fate Brewing Co. This is a joint venture with the Springfield Bicycle Club. Here's a cool Trails & Greenways blog about the route: https://menardcountytrailsandgreenways.org/cat.../bicycling/. The average speed will be around 12-14 mph, but the group will determine the pace. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36193811
Concord Cemetery Family Ride (EZ Ride)
Menard County Court House 102 S 7th St, Petersburg, IL, United StatesThis casual 9-mile ride to Concord Cemetery will end with refreshments at Hand of Fate Brewing Co. This is a joint venture with the Springfield Bicycle Club. The average speed will be around 9-10 mph, but the group will determine the pace. Riders of all ages and abilities are welcome! Don't forget your helmets and water. Tail lights are strongly encouraged. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36193876