Events & Public Programs

		33 W. Penny Road South Barrington, IL 60010-9578 Phone: 847-428-OWLS (6957) e-mail: stillnc@wildblue.net

TO MAKE RESERVATIONS for programs (except for bird banding open houses), PLEASE CALL US AT (847) 428-OWLS (6957), OR EMAIL STILLMAN AT stillnc@wildblue.net. Remember to include your name, phone number, and the number of people that will be attending.

If less than 5 - 10 people (varying with the activity) have called two days prior to a program, the program could well be cancelled. So, don't forget to call the nature center in advance. If you discover that you are unable to attend, please call to cancel your reservations. This courtesy will be greatly appreciated.

Please note that the Stillman Nature Center is also available during the week, by reservation, to school classes, Audubon chapters, garden clubs, and other organized groups. For a brochure that describes the programs and fees, just call or e-mail us at stillnc@wildblue.net and we'll be happy to send you one.

BIRD BANDING

Watch Mark Spreyer, a licensed bird bander, measure, weigh and record data about our resident and migratory birds. Birds are not caught in a predictable manner, so come prepared to hike the trails. With luck, you'll see a bird in the hand and two in the bush. If it is raining, the banding open house will be cancelled.

Dates: Sundays, April 6 & May 4

Time:   9:00AM to Noon

Fee:     None

SUNDAY MORNING BIRD WALKS

Mark Spreyer will lead a morning bird walk. Migration will be under way and you never know what we might find. Binoculars and field guides are a must. If you don't have any, don't worry, Stillman does. Please call 428-OWLS to make reservations.

Date:   Sundays, April 20 & May 18

Time: 8:00AM

Fee:    None

Age:   10 years and up

WILDFLOWER WALKS

Join us as we explore Stillman's woodlands in search of ephemeral beauties such as white trillium, may-apple, Virginia bluebell and jack-in-the-pulpit. Bring your camera!

Dates: Sundays, May 4 & 11

Time: 2:00PM

Age: 10 years and up

Fee: None

Join the Northwest Suburban Astronomers and observe our nearest star with special telescopes and filters. See sun spots, filaments, and solar prominences in remarkable detail! This will be a fun and safe activity for the entire family.

If you like, bring a dish and join us for a potluck picnic. Remember to call Stillman at (847) 428-OWLS and let us know if you're coming. If it rains, the event will be cancelled. If the weather is iffy, call Stillman for an update before making the trip.