BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sangamon River Alliance - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Sangamon River Alliance X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sangamon River Alliance REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20180311T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20181104T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210730T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210730T110000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20210729T165411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210729T165411Z UID:1228-1627633800-1627642800@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial Prairie Maintenance DESCRIPTION:July 30\, 2021 from  8:30-11:00 AM\, volunteers are needed to spend some time in the prairie area.  We need to weed woody plants\, thistle and other plants before they form seeds that are not native to the Illinois prairie.  We would appreciate any time you can give us at Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial.\nThank you for your consideration\,\nFriends of Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/lincoln-trail-homestead-state-park-and-memorial-prairie-maintenance/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Conservation,Middle Sangamon,Stewardship,Volunteer service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/107563439_2832910873603654_5724592580370734176_o.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead SP & Memorial":MAILTO:melody2a@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210508T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210508T130000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20210430T194220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210430T194220Z UID:1223-1620478800-1620478800@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Things with Wings Mini-BioBlitz DESCRIPTION:The first mini-BioBlitz of the season will be held Saturday\, May 8\, 2021\, at 1:00 PM in Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial.   ‘Bio’ means ‘life’ and ‘Blitz’ means ‘to do something quickly and intensively’. Together they make ‘BioBlitz’\, a collaborative search to discover as many species as possible\, within a set location. The park offers an outdoor learning space that is perfect for this fun activity and families and all ages can become scientists as they study the biodiversity at the site of Abraham Lincoln’s first home in Illinois. \nWe hope you can join us as we survey all “Things with Wings” and take part in the Illinois State Bird Count within the park. An expert/speaker will speak on the importance of birds and flying insects and will be available to help you identify species found. \nThe iNaturalist program will be explained so that everyone can download the app and use it on their mobile device if they would like.  The number of participants is limited to 50 due to COVID19 regulations and masks are required.  Send your reservations to Melody2a@hotmail.com. \nFor more information: \nMelody Arnold- melody2a@hotmail.com URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/things-with-wings-mini-bioblitz/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Community Science,Conservation,Education,Middle Sangamon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Things-With-Wings.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead SP & Memorial":MAILTO:melody2a@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210403T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210403T110000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20210328T185932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210328T185932Z UID:1220-1617438600-1617447600@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Restoration Work Day--Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park DESCRIPTION:We are excited to officially begin our season at the park and there are many jobs that need to be accomplished to make this beautiful area a welcome place to enjoy. \nWe appreciate any amount of help and time you can give. Please wear gloves and bring a mask. Come enjoy the signs of spring\, observe the changes in the park that have been made\, and meet new friends. \n. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/restoration-work-day-lincoln-trail-homestead-state-park-2/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Clean up,Conservation,Middle Sangamon,Restoration,Stewardship,Volunteer service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/1616946586392blob.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead SP & Memorial":MAILTO:melody2a@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201031T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201031T090000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20201027T214357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201027T214925Z UID:1151-1604134800-1604134800@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Native plantings at Lincoln Trail Homestead SP -- Help is Needed!! DESCRIPTION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial will be closing its gate on November 1st.  Our greatest wish is that you have enjoyed the park this season and have many happy memories spent there.  The park offered a very nice alternative for handling Covid-19.  Many improvements were made to improve the park however we have one more project that must be completed before the park closes for the winter.\n\nMoney from the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation’s Stewardship Challenge Grant allowed us to purchase 100 native plants to be planted throughout the park.  Unfortunately the nursery just delivered the plants at this late date.  Due to the lateness of the delivered plants as well as inclement weather\, we must work very quickly\, before November 1st\, to get them planted.  This Saturday\, October 31st at 9:00 AM\, we are meeting at the park to plant these 100 native plants.\n\nWe really need as many volunteers that can to come to the park and help.  If we have plenty of help this project can be quickly accomplished.  Please\, if you have time\, any amount will be appreciated\, please consider helping us out.  Please contact Melody Arnold at melody2@hotmail.com letting her you can help.\n\nGratefully\,\nFriends of Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/native-plantings-at-lincoln-trail-homestead-sp-help-is-needed/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Botany,Conservation,Middle Sangamon,Restoration,Stewardship,Volunteer service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/LincolnTrailHomestead.3441.D.360600.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead SP & Memorial":MAILTO:melody2a@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201009T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201009T160000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20201005T214624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201005T214624Z UID:1144-1602234000-1602259200@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Tree Plantings at Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial DESCRIPTION:‘Parkway” tree planting this Friday\, October 9th\, starting at 9:00 AM.\nPlanting in the park will begin at 9:00 AM on Saturday\, October 10th \nSaturday\, October 3\, was the beginning of a very busy week at Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial.  A dedicated group worked Saturday morning removing more bush honeysuckle throughout the park.  It was the last Restoration Day of a very successful season of eliminating this invasive plant. \nThis coming Thursday\, October 8\, 68 trees will be delivered to the park. 20 of the trees will be planted in “islands” along the Lincoln Memorial Parkway.  If you recall\, two years ago\, with the assistance of the Macon County Highway Department\, trees were planted along the Parkway.  Some of the trees did not survive due to weather and we are going to replace them.  Cages have been made to place around all live trees and the Macon County Highway Department is assisting us again by digging the holes for the trees and delivering mulch to be used at the “islands”. \nWe are asking for your help.  If you can give any amount of time to help\, we would greatly appreciate your assistance.  Our plan is to get all the ‘Parkway” trees planted this Friday\, October 9th\, starting at 9:00 AM.  On Saturday\, October 10th\, we will begin at 9:00 AM planting trees in the park.  Please meet at the RailSplitter Pavilion to collect your trees to plant.  If you can help us on either Friday or Saturday\, please contact Melody Arnold at melody2a@hotmail.com so we can finalize our plans for the plantings. \nWe hope you are taking time to visit the park.  The leaves are turning and  the park is beautiful.  You will be able to see all the improvements that have taken place this season.  Remember that the park does close November 1st.  We appreciate your consideration to help us this week.  A big job will be made easier with many hands.  We do ask that you wear a mask as we want all to be safe. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/tree-plantings-at-lincoln-trail-homestead-state-park-and-memorial/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Conservation,Middle Sangamon,Stewardship,Volunteer service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/oH7XLqYHTKGO__r-LzVhkA-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Decatur Audubon":MAILTO:melody2a@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201003T033000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201003T060000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20200928T204536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200928T161400Z UID:1141-1601695800-1601704800@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Restoration Work Day - Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park DESCRIPTION:We’ll be removing bush honeysuckle and general park maintenance. Please wear gloves and a mask.\nAs always\, we appreciate any amount of time you can give. \nThere have been so many improvements made with the removal of bush honeysuckle and this will be our last opportunity this year. To the many volunteers who have given their time to improve this beautiful park as the site of Abraham Lincoln’s family first home in Illinois\, we are so grateful. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/restoration-work-day-lincoln-trail-homestead-state-park/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Clean up,Conservation,Middle Sangamon,Restoration,Stewardship,Volunteer service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/Giant-Tree-SRHPM.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Millikin University":MAILTO:jparrish@millikin.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200604T033000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200604T070000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20200529T040019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200529T040019Z UID:1124-1591241400-1591254000@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Calling on Volunteers at Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park DESCRIPTION:We are so excited that Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial will be opening tomorrow\, Friday\, May 29\, 2020.  We have been anxiously waiting for this good news!!!  We encourage you to come out and visit the park.  It is beautiful and you will be able to see changes from last year with the removal of a lot of honeysuckle.  At this time\, all scheduled programs and events have been canceled.  If there are any changes\, you will be notified. \nThe bush honeysuckle in the park is growing rapidly.  On June 4\, 2020\, we will be working in the park to spray\, cut\, and remove as much of this invasive plant as possible.  We are looking for volunteers to help with this task. We will work from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM. and would appreciate any time you can give.   We are asking everyone to follow the CDC guidelines and wear masks\, gloves\, and we will practice social distancing. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/visitors.html \nIf you can give any time that day\, please let us know by replying to this email.  We are limited to the number of volunteers that can help at this time due to CDC guidelines. We look forward to hearing from you and encourage you to come out to the park\, make new friends\, and help make a difference. \nGratefully\, \nFriends of Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/calling-on-volunteers-at-lincoln-trail-homestead-state-park/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Conservation,Middle Sangamon,Restoration,Stewardship,Volunteer service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/honeysuckle-invasion.gif ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead SP & Memorial":MAILTO:melody2a@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200404T033000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200404T060000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20200315T045731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200315T045731Z UID:1115-1585971000-1585980000@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:RESTORATION WORK DAY-Lincoln Homestead State Park DESCRIPTION:We are removing bush honeysuckle plus garlic mustard\, mulching trails\, and cleaning park facilities for the season. Please wear gloves. We appreciate any amount of time you can give. Come enjoy the signs of spring\, observe the changes in the park that have been made\, and meet new friends. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/restoration-work-day-lincoln-homestead-state-park/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Conservation,Middle Sangamon,Restoration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/lincoln-trail-image.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead SP & Memorial":MAILTO:melody2a@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200310T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200310T150000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20200206T042420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200206T042452Z UID:1075-1583848800-1583852400@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Menard County Trails & Greenways Meeting DESCRIPTION:Menard County Trails & Greenways meeting. We have several events and activities lined for the coming year. Come find out what we have planned and how you can get involved! \nLight refreshments will be provided. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/menard-county-trails-greenways-meeting-3/ LOCATION:Petersburg City Hall\, 122 S. 6th Street\, Petersburg\, IL\, 62675\, United States CATEGORIES:Lower Sangamon,Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/MCTG-logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Menard County Trails & Greenways":MAILTO:treacytt@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200308T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200308T110000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20200305T082839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200305T090013Z UID:1098-1583658000-1583665200@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Bike Committee Planning Meeting DESCRIPTION:If you’re interested in helping plan the June 13 bike ride please join us at Hand of Fate on Sunday\, March 8 at 2:00PM. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/bike-committee-planning-meeting/ LOCATION:Hand of Fate Brewery\, 107 E Douglas St\, Petersburg\, IL\, 62675\, United States CATEGORIES:Lower Sangamon,Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/bike-ride-image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Menard County Trails &%3B Greenways":MAILTO:MenardCTG@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200211T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200211T133000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20200201T035058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200201T040639Z UID:1069-1581422400-1581427800@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Community Environmental Council Quarterly Forum DESCRIPTION:Featured guest will be Steve John the co-founder and executive director of the Agricultural Watershed Institute\, a Decatur-based nonprofit organization\, and who serves on the Steering Committee of Green Lands Blue Waters. \nKeynote: The Perennial Biomass Initiative: Collaboration For the Next Landscape Transformation \nSteve John will discuss a multi-state initiative for a 21st Century landscape transformation featuring perennial crops to enhance agriculture’s economic\, environmental\, and social performance. The Decatur area and the Upper Sangamon River Watershed can be a test bed to significantly increase acreage planted in perennial crops managed for both agricultural goods and environmental services. \nDownload a flyer here. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/community-environmental-council-quarterly-forum-3/ LOCATION:Decatur Public Library – Madden Auditorium\, 130 N Franklin Street\, Decatur\, IL\, 62523\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Lecture,Middle Sangamon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CEC-logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Macon County Community Environmental Council":MAILTO:jparrish@millikin.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200201T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200201T100000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20200114T225044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200201T043943Z UID:1056-1580540400-1580551200@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:3rd Annual Mudpuppy Festival DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the Sangamon River’s coolest creature! 3rd Annual Mudpuppy Festival scheduled on Saturday\, February 1\, 1-4 pm at the Monarch Brewing Company in Monticello. \nMudpuppies are a threatened species of salamander that sound like a puppy barking when on land. And\, we have them right here in Monticello in the Sangamon River! \nCheck out this YouTube video to see one in action. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pcuKcGZ8ns \nDownload the festival flyer for all the details and list of sponsors. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/1056/ LOCATION:Monarch Brewing Company\, 212 S. Independence Street\, Monticello\, Illinois\, 61856 CATEGORIES:Education,Recreation,Upper Sangamon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Mudpuppy-Festival-logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Land Conservation Foundation":MAILTO:deanna@landconservationfoundation.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200114T143000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20200114T230323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200114T231026Z UID:1063-1579006800-1579012200@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Menard County Trails & Greenways Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first Menard County Trails & Greenways meeting of 2020! The meeting will focus on a group discussion about activities we plan to undertake in the coming year as well as to capture members’ thoughts on what the organization should focus on in the next five to ten years. Bring your ideas to share. \nAll are welcome to arrive early for pizza and libations in the Lounge. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/menard-county-trails-greenways-meeting-2/ LOCATION:Riverbank Lodge\, 522 S. 6th St.\, Petersburg\, Illinois\, 62675 CATEGORIES:Lower Sangamon,Meeting ORGANIZER;CN="Menard County Trails & Greenways":MAILTO:treacytt@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191112T133000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20191104T204841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191104T204841Z UID:1043-1573560000-1573565400@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Community Environmental Council Quarterly Forum DESCRIPTION:Interested in promoting conservation\, preservation\, restoration\, and environmental awareness in Macon County? Join us for an informational meeting for a better understanding of the Community Environmental Council and it’s role in the community. We will discuss our current projects\, such as the Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and SONA\, and ask for suggestions for new ones! \n\n\n\nJen Walling\, executive director of the Illinois Environmental Council\, will present on environmental legislation that has passed the Illinois General Assembly and will be considered in the future.  She will focus on the Clean Energy Jobs Act as well as legislation to protect drinking water quality and conservation lands.  Jen will offer tips on how to become involved and make your voice heard! \nOpen to interested citizens who want to make a difference. \nDownload a flyer here. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/community-environmental-council-quarterly-forum-2/ LOCATION:Decatur Public Library – Madden Auditorium\, 130 N Franklin Street\, Decatur\, IL\, 62523\, United States CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Conservation,Meeting,Middle Sangamon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CEC-logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Macon County Community Environmental Council":MAILTO:jparrish@millikin.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191012T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191012T140000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20190912T010527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T010527Z UID:970-1570863600-1570888800@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Menard County Trails & Greenways' Sangamon River Fall Float DESCRIPTION:Paddle 5 beautiful miles of the Sangamon River from the Gudgel Bridge to the New Salem picnic area/boat ramp with Menard County Trails & Greenways (MCTG). This stretch of the river has an exceptional natural history story to tell. Each participant will receive a points-of-interest location map and corresponding pamphlet with a detailed description of each stop. Experts will be floating along with the group to answer questions. After the float we’ll gather at the New Salem picnic area for an early evening weenie roast and socializing. \nRegister soon — limited capacity! Registration ends October 5th! \nVisit Eventbrite to register: \n  URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/menard-county-trails-greenways-sangamon-river-fall-float/ LOCATION:New Salem Picnic Area\, Lewisburg\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Education,Lower Sangamon,Paddling,Recreation,Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/IMG_1865-e1568231498714.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191012T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191012T060000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20190122T230920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T023450Z UID:705-1570852800-1570860000@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Land Conservation Foundation's Stewardship Saturdays DESCRIPTION:Join the Land Conservation Foundation’s Stewardship Saturdays at its Sangamon River Corridor Reserve near Monticello. \nMeet at the Sangamon River Corridor Reserve on Allerton Road\, just west of the Monticello Golf Club\, from 9:00-11:00 am. \nInterested volunteers need only bring a pair of work gloves and their drinking water or snacks\, if desired.  LCF will have any tools if necessary. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/land-conservation-foundations-stewardship-saturdays-2/ LOCATION:Sangamon River Corridor Preserve\, 802 Allerton Rd\, Monticello\, Illinois\, 61856 CATEGORIES:Conservation,Stewardship,Upper Sangamon,Volunteer service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/lcf_logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Land Conservation Foundation":MAILTO:deanna@landconservationfoundation.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191004T140000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20190923T225110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190923T225110Z UID:1034-1570197600-1570197600@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Owl Prowl DESCRIPTION:As we consider the beliefs held by pioneers about owls\, we will listen for their eerie calls\, learn what they east\, understand their silent flight\, and learn about their talons. Live owls from the Illinois Raptor Center will be there. Bring your flashlights. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/owl-prowl/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Birding/Ornithology,Education,Middle Sangamon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/1568910118551blob-e1569261006430.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead SP & Memorial":MAILTO:melody2a@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191002T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20190912T015255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190912T015255Z UID:977-1570017600-1570017600@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Saving Land\, Saving Species: Lessons for Central Illinois from Central America DESCRIPTION:Join LCF for an evening with Mark Wainwright. This wildlife biologist\, author\, and educator is president of the Monteverde Conservation League of Costa Rica\, which manages the Children’s Eternal Rainforest\, the largest private preserve in Central America. \n​Tickets are $50 each. \nREGISTRATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 15 \n​Visit Conservation Foundation website for details and to register online. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/saving-land-saving-species-lessons-for-central-illinois-from-central-america/ LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn\, 1501 S. Neil St.\, Champaign\, Illinois\, 61820 CATEGORIES:Education,Lecture,Social,Upper Sangamon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/lcf_logo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Land Conservation Foundation":MAILTO:deanna@landconservationfoundation.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190922T020000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190922T020000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20190915T023449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190915T023449Z UID:1031-1569117600-1569117600@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Settlement on the Prairie DESCRIPTION:Join us a Dr. Judy Parrish tells stories of some of the hardships early settlers had to face in Central Illinois as they worked to harness the rich prairie soils to start a new life. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/settlement-on-the-prairie/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Education,Lecture,Middle Sangamon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/1568464088066blob-e1568496783540.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead SP & Memorial":MAILTO:melody2a@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T070000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20190905T215352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T220051Z UID:950-1569038400-1569049200@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Sangamon River Fall Clean Up DESCRIPTION:Make the Sangamon River that Abraham Lincoln loved so much a safer and more beautiful place for wildlife and people. Dress to get dirty as we remove trash and debris that is found along the Sangamon River area. Bring your own gloves if you can\, as supplies are limited. Bags will be provided. Come by yourself\, groups\, or with the whole family. If it is raining\, the event will be cancelled. \nOrganized groups should contact organizer in advance — download flyer for details. \n  \nJudy Parrish at jparrish@millikin.edu Co-sponsored by: Macon County Community Environmental Council Decatur Park District \n  URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/sangamon-river-fall-clean-up-2/ LOCATION:Lincoln Park\, Decatur\, Lincoln Park\, 936 W Lincoln Park Dr\, Decatur\, Illinois\, 62521\, United States CATEGORIES:Clean up,Conservation,Middle Sangamon,Volunteer service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/1567625541338blob-e1567702827375.png ORGANIZER;CN="Macon County Community Environmental Council":MAILTO:jparrish@millikin.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T030000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190921T110000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20190727T015221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T025307Z UID:798-1569034800-1569063600@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Visit Menard County Trails & Greenways Booth at Petersburg Harvest Fest DESCRIPTION:Come see us at the Menard County Trails & Greenways booth at the Petersburg Harvest Fest. We’ll there all day answering questions about places to visit in Menard County. We’ll have trail maps available for the trails at Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site and other cool handouts. While you’re there you can visit the shops on the square\, grab a cool beverage at Hand of Fate Brewery\, and stay for Captain Geech and Shrimp Shack Shooters in the evening. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/visit-menard-county-trails-greenways-booth-at-petersburg-harvest-fest/ LOCATION:Petersburg Square\, IL\, 62675\, United States CATEGORIES:Lower Sangamon,Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/14125559_645904248920435_5951434796954928215_o-e1564437181970.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190914T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190914T093000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20190903T072455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190903T080541Z UID:946-1568433600-1568453400@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Sangamon River Cleanup; Riverbend Forest Preserve\, Mahomet DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Annual Cleanup on the Sangamon River between Hwy 47 and Riverbend Forest Preserve \nMeet up at Riverbend Forest Preserve\, starting at 8:45am. \nCanoes and kayaks are available to all FREE OF CHARGE! But you MUST REGISTER ONLINE for this event. Please register if you would like to use one of our boats or will be bringing your own. \nThere will be a picnic lunch afterward with food provided by the USRC for all volunteers. Cleanup portion should end between 1 and 2pm. Lunch around 2. \nPlease arrive by 8:45. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/sangamon-river-cleanup-riverbend-forest-preserve-mahomet/ LOCATION:Riverbend Forest Preserve\, Mahomet IL\, 1602 MidAmerica Road\, Mahomet\, IL\, 61853\, United States CATEGORIES:Clean up,Conservation,Stewardship,Upper Sangamon,Volunteer service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/DSC05823.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190910T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190910T150000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093651 CREATED:20190727T012940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190731T010312Z UID:792-1568124000-1568127600@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Menard County Trails & Greenways Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join Menard County Trails & Greenways for our bi-monthly meeting where we will discuss current and future projects. \nWe meet in the lower level of the Riverbank Lodge in Petersburg. Come early if you want to join friends for pizza and drinks in the hotels lounge before the meeting. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/menard-county-trails-greenways-meeting/ LOCATION:Riverbank Lodge\, 522 S. 6th St.\, Petersburg\, Illinois\, 62675 CATEGORIES:Lower Sangamon,Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/UNADJUSTEDNONRAW_thumb_cfc-e1564516984699.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Menard County Trails & Greenways":MAILTO:treacytt@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190907T033000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190907T060000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093652 CREATED:20190829T185750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190829T214731Z UID:923-1567827000-1567836000@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Friends next Restoration Work Day DESCRIPTION:The Friends’ next Restoration Day is September 7\, 2019 from 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM. \nHelp us “Restore the Past” as it was when Lincoln lived here. We’ll continue removing bush honeysuckle. Please wear gloves. Come on out\, make new friends\, have a good time. We appreciate any amount of time you can give. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/friends-next-restoration-work-day/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Conservation,Middle Sangamon,Restoration,Stewardship,Volunteer service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Restoration-Day-September-2019-e1567087215745.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Millikin University":MAILTO:jparrish@millikin.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190831T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190831T090000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093652 CREATED:20190714T045642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190808T034457Z UID:780-1567224000-1567242000@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Mussel Survey: Sangamon River\, Riverbend Forest Preserve DESCRIPTION:Join volunteers from the Upper Sangamon River Conservancy for a Mussel Survey on the Sangamon River at Riverbend Forest Preserve near Mahomet\, Illinois. \nNo experience is necessary. Kids are welcome and have had a great time at previous surveys\, but they must be accompanied by an adult. Instructions and supplies will be provided. Volunteer duties include searching for mussels in the stream channel; collecting those that we find; sorting\, identifying\, and counting the mussels that are collected; photographing examples of each species; and returning all live mussels to the stream channel. Additional banker duties are available for those who wish to participate\, but do not want to go into the water. These include photographer (camera provided)\, recording habitat information\, recording mussel data\, and helping with meal preparations. For those entering the stream\, you should wear shoes and clothes suitable for getting soaked and muddy. You should also bring a change of clothes and shoes. A limited number of old sneakers and water shoes are available in the event that you do not have an old pair of your own. Hats and personal water bottles are also recommended. We will be serving lunch to volunteers. Lunch will include fried chicken and sides from the Mahomet IGA. If you would like to join us\, please respond to this email letting me know that you would like to participate and if you plan to bring others. \nFor more information\, contact Mussel Survey Coordinator and USRC President Bruce Colravy. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/mussel-survey-sangamon-river-riverbend-forest-preserve/ LOCATION:Riverbend Forest Preserve\, Mahomet IL\, 1602 MidAmerica Road\, Mahomet\, IL\, 61853\, United States CATEGORIES:Mussel Survey,Social,Upper Sangamon,Volunteer service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/USRC-Allerton-Park-mussel-survey-1-e1564436837797.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Upper Sangamon River Conservancy":MAILTO:bmcolravy@msn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190813T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190813T143000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093652 CREATED:20190801T235648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190802T000004Z UID:910-1565701200-1565706600@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Macon County Community Environmental Council Quarterly Environmental Forum DESCRIPTION:Featured guest will be Frank Grgurich\, a Master Gardener who has been growing vegetables for several years on a large scale as well as composting.  \nJoin us as Frank talks about:   “Garbage to black GOLD.  Free fertilizer from your kitchen and yard and maybe your neighbors.” \nInterested in promoting conservation\, preservation\, restoration\, and environmental awareness?  Join us for an informational meeting for a better understanding of the Community Environmental Council and its role in the community. We will discuss our current projects\, such as the Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and SONA and ask for suggestions for new ones! Open to interested citizens who want to make a difference. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/macon-county-community-environmental-council-quarterly-environmental-forum/ LOCATION:Decatur Public Library – Madden Auditorium\, 130 N Franklin Street\, Decatur\, IL\, 62523\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Lecture,Middle Sangamon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/August-2019-Quarterly-Meeting-e1564685752821.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Millikin University":MAILTO:jparrish@millikin.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190810T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190810T143000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093652 CREATED:20190724T210647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T022203Z UID:784-1565442000-1565447400@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:From egg to caterpillar to chrysalis to butterfly! DESCRIPTION:Butterflies do more than just paint a pretty picture. They help flowers pollinate\, eat plenty of weedy plants and provide a food source for other animals. In addition\, their presence or absence can tell us a lot about the local environment.  Join us as we learn how to protect and promote threatened  pollinators like Monarch Butterflies. \n  URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/from-egg-to-caterpillar-to-chrysalis-to-butterfly/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Conservation,Education,Lecture,Middle Sangamon,Pollinators ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/1563975259796blob-e1564435220191.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead SP & Memorial":MAILTO:melody2a@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190810T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190810T070000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093652 CREATED:20190727T010832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190730T022328Z UID:787-1565413200-1565420400@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Menard County Trails & Greenways Adopt-A-Highway DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Wagon Wheel at the entrance to Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site and Rt. 97 at 10:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. \nWe will supply trash bags and safety vests (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). \nPlease wear gloves\, long pants\, and closed-toed hard-soled shoes or boots. \nChildren ages 11-18 may participate must be accompanied by an adult. \nWill cancel if raining. Visit the MCTG Facebook page for updates or cancellations. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/menard-county-trails-greenways-adopt-a-highway/ LOCATION:Lincoln’s New Salem Wagon Wheel\, Petersburg\, Illinoia\, 62675\, United States CATEGORIES:Clean up,Conservation,Lower Sangamon,Volunteer service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/fullsizeoutput_1539-e1564435395883.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Menard County Trails & Greenways":MAILTO:treacytt@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190713T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190713T080000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093652 CREATED:20190629T204434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190629T204434Z UID:756-1563004800-1563004800@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Life in the Sangamon River DESCRIPTION: URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/life-in-the-sangamon-river/ LOCATION:Lincoln Trail Homestead State Park and Memorial\, 39.805351\, -89.104150\, Decatur\, Illinois CATEGORIES:Education ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Lincoln Trail Homestead SP & Memorial":MAILTO:melody2a@hotmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190713T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190713T060000 DTSTAMP:20260521T093652 CREATED:20190708T223628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190708T223628Z UID:771-1562990400-1562997600@sangamonriveralliance.org SUMMARY:Menard County Trails and Greenways Adopt-A-Highway DESCRIPTION:Meet at the Wagon Wheel at the entrance to Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site and Rte. 97 at 9:00 AM to take care of our 2-mile IDOT Adopt-A-Highway segment that runs from the south edge of New Salem to the south end of Petersburg. \nWe will supply trash bags and safety vests (if you have one our safety vests please bring it). \nPlease wear gloves\, long pants\, closed-toed shoes or boots. URL:https://sangamonriveralliance.org/event/menard-county-trails-and-greenways-adopt-a-highway/ LOCATION:Wagon Wheel at New Salem\, Petersburg\, IL\, 62675\, United States CATEGORIES:Clean up,Conservation,Lower Sangamon,Volunteer service ORGANIZER;CN="Menard County Trails & Greenways":MAILTO:treacytt@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR