Community Corner
Illinois Landscapes
Instructor: Tom Simpson, Research Field Station
Ecologist
Glacial Park, Lost Valley Visitor Center, Savanna Room,
Ringwood
What sort of world did the
native plants and animals of McHenry County come from? Terms like “prairie” and
“oak savanna” are often used, but what did these places actually look like, how
did they function, and it what ways are they different from the woodlands and
grasslands we commonly see today? If we wish to restore natural land, interpret
its ecology, or use native plants around our homes and businesses, we need to
find answers to these questions. This workshop will take a look at the strange
and beautiful world that existed before European-American settlement and find
its relevance today. Most of the class will be outdoors so dress for the weather.
Bring a lunch and something to drink. Cost: $40 R $45 NR Min/Max 10/20 For more information, visit our website at www.MCCDistrict.org