2024-Fall-Guide

NATURE PROGRAMS

HOLIDAY SPIRITS & EVERGREENS

ADULTS SILVER MAPLES: ACTIVE ADULTS IN NATURE Strengthen your body and sharpen your mind during an evening at Lyman Woods! Each session of this peaceful program for active adults (55 years and older) will incorporate different nature-themed topics to inspire outdoor exploration and appreciation for nature and the benefits it provides. Wild Yoga will be led by our certified yoga instructor and take you through mindful poses and integrate natural materials found in the forest. Forest bathing, led by our certified therapy guide, will focus on breathing exercises and quiet reflections as you observe the wild world using all your senses and de-stress at the same time. Natural painting with brushes and tools made from natural materials as well as pigments found throughout nature to create vibrant, unique colors. Instead of using traditional bingo balls, Nature Bingo will use natural and animal artifacts drawn from our mystery bag for you to match to your cards. Prizes and treats will be awarded to bingo game winners and may include Lyman Woods honey. Age: 55+ Min/Max: 4/15 Fee: $16 William F Sherman Jr Interpretive Center - Lyman Woods Class # Date Day Time Topic 4500P22-01 9/14 SA 4:30-6:00pm Wild Yoga 4500P22-02 9/21 SA 4:30-6:00pm Forest Bathing 4500P22-03 10/19 SA 4:30-6:00pm Natural Indigo Dye 4500P22-04 11/16 SA 4:30-6:00pm Nature Bingo

Bring the aroma and sights of winter indoors with our special holiday evergreens class! Choose between making a wreath, door swag, or table centerpiece with our locally harvested fresh greens, while enjoying a wide selection of wines, beers and spirits from our cash bar, alongside free helpings of hot chocolate, apple cider and other delicious treats. Please note: This program takes place at the Belmont Golf Club, 2420 Haddow Ave., Downers Grove. Age: 21+ Min/Max: 5/40 Fee: $30 Location: Belmont Golf Club Class # Date Day Time 4500P14-01 11/17 SU 7:00-9:00pm

REAP VOLUNTEER WORKDAYS

Join our REAP (Restore, Educate and Preserve) volunteer group at Lyman Woods and Belmont Prairie. Activities may include collecting and sowing native seed, restoring trails, planting native plants and removing invasive plants Contact Lyman Woods at 630.963.9388 or email lymanwoods@dgparks.org for more information or to register for a workday at least one week in advance.

Date

Day

Time

Location

9/21

SA

8:00-10:30am Lyman Woods

10/19

SA

8:30-11:00am Belmont Prairie

11/16

SA

8:30-11:00am Belmont Prairie

Volunteer Opportunities AT LYMAN WOODS PROGRAM, OFFICE AND GARDEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE Come to Lyman Woods to join our team of dedicated volunteers! From youth program assistants, animal care, office helpers, and garden volunteers we have a wide variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups looking to help us in our mission. If interested, please email lymanwoods@dgparks.org or call 630.963.9388 for more information. 91