Explore the cool waters and amazing life of Kreutz Creek!Did you know that studying the critters in our streams can tell us a lot about the health of our waterways? Join us as we explore Kreutz Creek at Ingrid Graham Historic Hellam Nature Preserve. We will wade into the creek and flip rocks to see […]
Come out to enjoy the mystical light show that fireflies create!Join us at beautiful Ingrid Graham Historic Hellam Nature Preserve as we observe nature's light show. We'll learn about fireflies' life cycle, how to identify species by their light pattern, and the science behind their illuminated butts. We'll also learn about the threats to fireflies […]
Be a part of the solution and give back to nature!Join us as we work on invasive plant removal as the first part of a comprehensive eco-restoration program for the Ingrid Graham Historic Hellam Nature Preserve. We will be using hand tools to remove invasive shrubs and weeds. This work directly contributes to restoring native […]
Come explore the flying creatures of night!Join us at beautiful Ingrid Graham Historic Hellam Nature Preserve as we hang lights to attract moths and other nocturnal beauties. We will learn about moth ecology and identification as we examine the species that are attracted to our lights. Will we see luna moths? Ness beetles? June bugs? […]
Explore the cool waters and amazing life of Kreutz Creek!Did you know that studying the critters in our streams can tell us a lot about the health of our waterways? Join us as we explore Kreutz Creek at Ingrid Graham Historic Hellam Nature Preserve. We will wade into the creek and flip rocks to see […]