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Dragonfly Hike

Event information

Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025

Time: 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Fee: Free!

Age: All ages.

Contact: 815-722-9470

Location: Four Rivers Environmental Education Center


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An orange and brown dragonfly perched atop vegetation. Photo courtesy of Debi Shapiro

Event details

Let’s go on an exploration to spot some colorful dragonflies! These aerial acrobats aren’t as delicate as they may seem; they are indeed voracious hunters. Learn about their fascinating adaptations and their strange life cycle while we search for them above and below the water’s surface.

Event requirements

Registration required by Thursday, Aug. 14: 815-722-9470.

REGISTER ONLINE

This is an inclusive program, welcoming individuals of all abilities. The hike will be less than 2 miles on paved and natural trails over uneven 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.