Four Rivers Environmental Education Center

Reconnect with Nature! Family Crafts Guided Hikes Talon Tales Food Truck Fun-filled Family Activities Live Bird Presentations Admission is free and no registration is required!  (815) 722-9470

Let the cool air and a mindful walk lead you to calmness. This women-only hike will be a way to get outside for a quick fitness walk after the holiday season.  This naturalist-led hike may have a few stops along the way to enjoy the tranquility of

Let's go faux camping. Bring your little explorer to Four Rivers for a camping experience with a story, hands-on activities, s'mores, crafts and free play. Fee: Free! Age: Ages 3-5. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Please register yourself along with your child. We encourage

This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and grandeur in what remains of the vast forests and savannas that once covered the eastern half of the United States. Since 2001, he has searched out and documented

This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and grandeur in what remains of the vast forests and savannas that once covered the eastern half of the United States. Since 2001, he has searched out and documented

This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and grandeur in what remains of the vast forests and savannas that once covered the eastern half of the United States. Since 2001, he has searched out and documented

This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and grandeur in what remains of the vast forests and savannas that once covered the eastern half of the United States. Since 2001, he has searched out and documented

Give thanks and give back this Thanksgiving season! Hike Four Rivers' forested areas while you rediscover the many gifts the forest gives us and maybe learn something new. Then spend some time giving back by removing invasive honeysuckle. The program will end with time to reflect while

This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and grandeur in what remains of the vast forests and savannas that once covered the eastern half of the United States. Since 2001, he has searched out and documented

It’s holiday season! Chances are good that you’ll feast on turkey sometime soon. This program will provide you with turkey talking points so you can get through those celebratory meals without having to resort to talking about the weather. You’ll learn natural history, fun facts and what

This ongoing program runs from Tuesday, Oct. 15, to Sunday, Dec. 29. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and

Feeding wildlife, cycling nutrients, reducing pollution and facilitating tree communication. Those are a few of the amazing contributions fungus gives to its environment. Come to Four River to learn more about the incredible fungus in the forest. Walk the trails in search of these living organisms and

This ongoing program runs from Tuesday, Oct. 15 to Sunday, Dec. 29. Hours: Tuesdays to Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays: Noon to 4 p.m.. This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and grandeur in

Experience the woods like never before! Come dressed in costume and hike along a glowing trail to learn what goes bump in the woods at night. Visit spooky stations, but beware! Will tricks or treats await? Enjoy a crackling fire while roasting marshmallows for s'mores. This program

This ongoing program runs from Tuesday, Oct. 15, to Sunday, Dec. 29. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays. This traveling exhibition presents the work of landscape photographer Miles Lowry. Through remarkable photographs, Lowry captures the grace and

Monsters, marionettes and more! Creatively craft a collection of decorations, toys or games all in the spirit of Halloween. A variety of examples plus instructions will be on display in the Grand Hall to inspire you as you dare to design your own Halloween art project. All

Experience the exhibits and trails of Four Rivers on your own terms. This independent program is for guests with sensory-processing needs, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and those who would benefit from a small-group experience. Buddy bags with sensory gadgets and a limited supply of noise-canceling headphones

Do you have memorable, magical moments in nature that have inspired, amazed or surprised you? Come celebrate National Storytelling Day with an evening campfire and the camaraderie of fellow nature lovers. Bring a camping chair, beverages (beer and wine only for alcoholic drinks) and a story to

Wear your favorite costume and search for spooktacular items in the forest with your friends and family or scout group! Some items may be natural, while other items may be SUPER-natural! Can you find them all as you meander through the forest? Stop by Four Rivers Environmental