Homeschool Day at Four Rivers: Phenology
Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: Free!
Age: Ages 11-18. Participants must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: 815-722-9470
Event details
Welcome, all homeschool families! Join other middle and high school-aged homeschoolers to experience a naturalist-led field trip at McKinley Woods – Kerry Sheridan Grove. In Illinois, we have all four seasons, but how and why? Which species rely on seasonal changes and how does the changing climate impact them? Discover what phenology is and how scientists measure these important cyclical patterns.
Event requirements
Registration required by Tuesday, Sept. 1: 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 submit a request online no later than 48 hours before the program.