Homeschool Day at Four Rivers: Day & Night
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Free!
Age: Ages 5-10. Participants must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: 815-722-9470
Event details
Welcome, all homeschool families! Join other elementary school-aged homeschoolers to experience a naturalist-led field trip at McKinley Woods – Kerry Sheridan Grove. Life can thrive in both the daytime and nighttime. Students will discover what it takes to be successful as an early bird or a night owl.
Event requirements
Registration required by Tuesday, Nov. 10: 815-722-9470.
Please note this is not a drop-off program; adults or chaperones do not need to register but must be present for the program.
This is an inclusive field trip, welcoming individuals of all abilities. Four Rivers Environmental Education Center is an accessible facility. Hikes will be up to 1 mile over paved and natural surface terrain. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should mention their request when registering or submit a request online no later than 48 hours before the program.