Will County News

The Forest Preserve District of Will County will hold a maple syrup program at Plum Creek Nature Center,  27064 Dutton Rd, Beecher, IL 60401: "CRETE TOWNSHIP  – “Maple Syrup Magic,” 1-3 p.m. Saturday, March 7, 2020.  Plum Creek Nature Center. From the earliest times, Native Americans and pioneers of the Midwest made maple syrup from the sweet sap of the sugar maple tree. Learn how it’s made, find maple trees on-site and try some real maple syrup. This program takes place inside and outdoors and will involve hiking a quarter mile. Free; all ages. Register by Friday, March 6, at ReconnectWithNature.org or call 708-946-2216." Tapping Maple Syrup.  Photo courtesy of the Forest Preserve District of Will County

Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie is accepting applications for the Summer 2020 Youth Conservation Corps. Details below from Midewin: "Work with us! STUDENTS aged 15-18: Apply now through Friday, March 6, 2020 to be part of the 2020 Youth Conservation Corps team at Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie! We will plant native Illinois prairie plants, clear brush, maintain trails and more June 8 to July 31, 2020.  Network and learn on weekly off-site explorer days to nearby natural resources sites. Be part of the historic restoration process happening at Midewin! Hours will be 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.  Students will be paid based on federal / state wage standards. Transportation to and from Midewin is not provided. Each student must provide a teacher letter of recommendation along with their application. Send us your application and letter of recommendation from your teacher by mail or email to: MAILING ADDRESS USDA Forest Service – Midewin