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Native plants are becoming the superstars of our home landscapes but many of us are less familiar with these plants in the built environment. Join Illinois Extension Educator, Ryan Pankau, for a presentation focused on the use of native trees and shrubs in landscaping. Ryan will review the challenges that...
Join the Ecology Action Center for some Storm Drain Stenciling! This volunteer activity educates residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution, and provides information on how to reduce individual contributions to storm water runoff pollution. Join us to stencil “Drains to Stream, Keep it Clean” at neighborhood storm...
The Ecology Action Center, in partnership with the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA), is excited to announce the return of Grow Solar BN, a group buy program for solar! This program is for residents of Bloomington-Normal, McLean County, and DeWitt County. We will be having Power Hour presentations throughout the...
The EAC’s rain barrel workshops teach attendees about the importance of rain water catchment in preventing storm water runoff pollution! Attendees will learn how to locate, install, and set up their rain barrel. We’ll also provide tips to transition downspouts for rain barrel usage, and information on proper winter storage....
The EAC’s compost workshop will cover the basics of backyard composting. You’ll learn basic techniques to build your compost pile, discuss what materials to include, and talk about what to do with compostable materials that don’t work in a backyard setting. This workshop will additionally help participants understand how to...
The Ecology Action Center needs 1-2 volunteers per shift (11:00-1:30pm & 1:30-4:30pm) to help us at our booth at the Sweet Corn Circus. Volunteers will help alert Sweet Corn Circus attendees to composting services provided by the Ecology Action Center. Volunteers will also help at the booth ensuring materials are...
Join the Ecology Action Center for some Storm Drain Stenciling! This volunteer activity educates residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution, and provides information on how to reduce individual contributions to storm water runoff pollution. Join us to stencil “Drains to Stream, Keep it Clean” at neighborhood storm...
Join the Ecology Action Center for some Storm Drain Stenciling! This volunteer activity educates residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution, and provides information on how to reduce individual contributions to storm water runoff pollution. Join us to stencil “Drains to Stream, Keep it Clean” at neighborhood storm...
Could “prairiekeeping” become a more irresistible trend than beekeeping? Restoring and recreating prairies and pollinator gardens involves a ritual of fun, uplifting activities. Seed gathering in particular, is an exceedingly fun way to enjoy the autumn outdoors. Learn details about how and when to collect seeds as well as information...
The EAC’s rain barrel workshops teach attendees about the importance of rain water catchment in preventing storm water runoff pollution! Attendees will learn how to locate, install, and set up their rain barrel. We’ll also provide tips to transition downspouts for rain barrel usage, and information on proper winter storage....
The EAC’s compost workshop will cover the basics of backyard composting. You’ll learn basic techniques to build your compost pile, discuss what materials to include, and talk about what to do with compostable materials that don’t work in a backyard setting. This workshop will additionally help participants understand how to...
Join us for our final virtual presentation on the Grow Solar Bloomington-Normal Program, a group buy program for solar for homeowners in McLean and DeWitt Counties. You'll find out how the program works, how solar can benefit you, and what discounts and incentives you can get for your home! We...
Join the Ecology Action Center for some Storm Drain Stenciling! This volunteer activity educates residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution, and provides information on how to reduce individual contributions to storm water runoff pollution. Join us to stencil “Drains to Stream, Keep it Clean” at neighborhood storm...
The birds are heading south and on September 20 the Grand Prairie Bird Alliance is heading to Hidden Creek Park, 100 W. Sycamore, where Normal Parks is doing a wonderful job of restoring the native plants that attract them. If you’d like to see some of these beautiful birds, join...
Learn about innovative home design for a more sustainable future with Coffee with COII at the Green Top Grocery Teaching Kitchen on Saturday, September 20 from 10:00-11:00am. This presentation will be a fun, educational, and interactive experience around sustainable home design; focusing on high performance home design and passive house...
Join the Ecology Action Center for some Storm Drain Stenciling! This volunteer activity educates residents about the dangers of storm water runoff pollution, and provides information on how to reduce individual contributions to storm water runoff pollution. Join us to stencil “Drains to Stream, Keep it Clean” at neighborhood storm...
Prior to the Household Hazardous Waste Collection event we will need assistance stuffing brochures with information to be given out during the event. Please sign up for one or more shifts occurring on September 25 from 3:00-5:00pm & 5:30-7:30pm, and on September 26 from 9:00-11:00am.
As fall migration continues, this week join David and Bode Thompson for a bird walk at Ewing Park, 1001 Ethell Pkwy, in Bloomington on September 28 at 8:00am. Bird walks are appropriate for all ages and all skill levels. (Seriously, there is no pressure to know anything about birds! We...
The McLean County Household Hazardous Waste collection event being held on Saturday, October 4 depends on the assistance of dozens of volunteers to run smoothly. Please consider signing up for a shift to assist with traffic control or other needs. Shifts are from 7:30-10:30am, 10:15-1:15pm, and 1-4pm. We are especially...
On October 4 the Grand Prairie Bird Alliance will host a bird walk aimed at following the migrating birds at S.H. West Park, 30052 E. 750 North Rd, which is a few miles north and west of Le Roy. This wonderful little park has a restroom and shelter. Leaders will...
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