2024-Fall-Guide

NATURE PROGRAMS

MOTHER NATURE’S OL’-FASHIONED SWEETSHOP NEW! Let your taste buds lead you into the past with a tempting journey into the world of old-fashioned candies and sweets! We’ll explore the history behind our love of sugary treats from ancient times to the Victorian era, and even make some of your very own to eat and take home using all-natural herbs and sweeteners pulled straight from our garden. Please register everyone attending. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Age: All Min/Max: 5/30 Fee: $20 Location: Downers Grove Museum Campus Class # Date Day Time 4500P09-01 9/21 SA 1:00- 3:00pm COMPOSTING 101 NEW! Get all the dirt on composting at home! If you want to help fight food waste or build a beautiful sustainable garden, then join us as we dig into the basics of building your own compost bin and all of the composting do’s and do not’s. You will even get to take home some of Lyman Woods’ very own starter compost that’s full of beneficial bacteria to help you dive into decomposition! Please register everyone attending. Children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a registered adult. Age: 5+ Min/Max: 5/20 Fee: $20 William F Sherman Jr Interpretive Center - Lyman Woods Class # Date Day Time 4500P18-01 9/21 SA 2:00-4:00pm

EARLY BIRDS - BIRDING HIKES

The early birds get the worm! Borrow a pair of our binoculars and join us for a fun and refreshing morning hike to explore and find some of Lyman Woods’ favorite feathered friends. Led by one of our expert birders, we’ll hike through oak savanna, prairie and wetlands to discover both year-round and migratory birds found in the Chicago region. Each program will highlight special topics in birding and ornithology. Great for those interested in birds or photography! Please register everyone attending. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Age: All Min/Max: 5/25 Fee: Free William F Sherman Jr Interpretive Center - Lyman Woods Class # Date Day Time Topic 4500P38-01 9/22 SU 8:30-10:00am Grassland Birds 4500P38-02 10/6 SU 8:30-10:00am Fall Migrants 4500P38-03 11/17 SU 8:30-10:00am Hawks

Lyman Woods HONEY Honey harvested from our apiary is sold at Lyman Woods and available seasonally during regular hours on a first-come, first-served basis. Purchase 8oz bottles for $12. Available while supplies last! For more info, visit lymanwoods.org! 77