Remember summertime at the Dunes? Still a few months away but we’ve got some fun workdays planned for you this year. Mark your calendars and bring your friends, neighbors, and family!
update 5/1/20: Due to COVID-19, volunteer stewardship through the Chicago Park District is suspended AND Rainbow Beach Dunes, as a lakefront park, is closed until further notice. That doesn’t mean you still can’t get outside to see some of the amazing lesser known parks and preserves in and around Chicago! Get outside and stay safe.
update 7/22/20: Lakefront beaches and natural areas remain closed to the public and volunteer stewardship work. When these guidelines from the Mayor change, we will do our best to reschedule some workdays from earlier in the year. Get outside and stay safe!
update 8/14/20: Chicago Park District is now allowing limited access for community stewardship activities at lakefront natural areas! We will have workdays in August and September but the total group size is capped at 10 people so you must RSVP here, and attend only after your RSVP has been confirmed. First come first served until the 10-person capacity is reached. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate drop-in attendance.
Saturday May 2, 7-10am: For the Birds! Migration season bird walk with Chris Williamson/COSSaturday May 2, 10am-12pm: Community stewardship (winter trash cleanup, nature walk)Saturday June 27, 10am-12pm: Community stewardship (sweet clover removal- one of the most satisfying weed-pulling events you’ll ever experience)Saturday July 25, 10am-12pm: Insect walk led by Jen!- Saturday August 29, 9-11am: Community stewardship workday
- Saturday Sept 26, 10am-12pm: Community stewardship workday
Rainbow Beach Dunes 