Chapters in Illinois

Amy will discuss the problem od herbicide drift and what you can do sbout it

Gardens are special places where people enjoy and connect with nature. Taking a close look at the flowers reveals they’re alive with wildlife. The Buzz in Your Garden is an introduction to the many pollinating bees making essential contributions to the health and productivity of gardens and ecosystems. You’ll gain a new appreciation for how people and bees are helping each other while peacefully working and living side by side.

This program is a presentation from the DuPage Monarch Program.  Greater DuPage Wild Ones is one of four founding partners of DMP.  Instead of our normal meeting for February, we are joining with the local Sierra Club, DuPage Forest Preserve District, and The Conservation Foundation in viewing this program.  Be sure to register early!

Angella has worked for 27 years in west-central Illinois as field representative for the Illinois Nature Preserves Commission. For the past 8 years she has used photography to document location, habitat, and plant associations for insects and other terrestrial invertebrates. Her book,  Flower Bugs: A Guide to Flower-Associated True Bugs of the Midwest  was published in 2023.  

Inviting birds into gardens by creating habitat is a joyful way to connect with nature and help support birds and pollinators. This presentation features Pam Karlson’s photos from her Chicago bird garden habitat she created, illustrating how it’s possible to attract over 100 bird species. Tips include landscape enhancements, practices and plant selection, with an emphasis on native plants. 

Speaker: Pam Karlson, certified professional gardener/ garden designer and licensed wildlife & migratory bird rescue and rehabilitation volunteer.

Convervation Work.  Contact  Rob Liva (630) 346-6588 or [email protected]  for details and meet location.  Bring gloves, water, tools