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SUMMARY:EEAI Conference & Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for two days of learning and sharing in Decatur!
URL:https://eeai.net/event/eeai-conference-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:IL
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SUMMARY:Virtual Teaching Climate eeCourse
DESCRIPTION:Starts December 16th\, asynchronous\, via Moodle. \nJoin EEAI for this online\, asynchronous\, course designed to provide grades 4-12 formal and non-formal educators with an introduction to environmental education and the skills necessary to integrate climate change environmental education into their classrooms\, homeschool classrooms\, and programs. Participants receive climate education teaching materials designed for educators which explore climate connections to water\, wildlife\, and natural resources. This is an entirely online course that will be held through an online classroom called Moodle. \nThanks to grant funding from the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois this course is offered for FREE to educators living and working in Stephenson\, Ogle\, Boone\, and Winnebago counties. Print curriculum is also provided for free to educators from these counties.  \nQuestions? Reach out to Brekke Bounds\, ed@eeai.net \nRegister for this event here\n 
URL:https://eeai.net/event/virtual-teaching-climate-eecourse/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Whooooo is awake at night? Join our Naturalists on this unique night hike as we discover the secret lives of Owls. We will learn about who lives here\, where they hunt\, and how they find love. *Advanced registration is required!* \nRegister Here
URL:https://eeai.net/event/owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center\, 5809 Forest Park Drive\, Peoria\, IL\, 61616\, United States
CATEGORIES:North West Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250131T233000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Earth Force/RISE Training
DESCRIPTION:Starts January 6th\, asynchronous\, via Moodle. \n\nJoin EEAI for a virtual Earth Force Training! \nBecome fully trained in the Earth Force Community Action and Problem Solving Process to help your students/scouts/participants learn valuable skills in environmental action civics. This virtual training will walk through the full 6-step process of investigating environmental issues and developing student-led action projects and share more about the RISE Challenge. Upon completion of the training educators will have access to the implementation funding to support student led projects. \nThis training includes self-paced learning through EEAI’s Moodle site. In total about 4 hours of watching videos and reading through materials. Once you’ve completed the work on the Moodle site you’ll schedule one live virtual session with EEAI Program Coordinator to complete your training. \nThis program works well for formal and non-formal educators\, including after-school\, 4-H\, and Scout groups. Educators who complete the training can apply for project funding through the Earth Force Illinois program and/or go on to participate in the RISE Challenge during the 2025 Spring Semester. \n4 ISBE hours are available upon completion. Please reach out to programs@eeai.net\, with questions about the process\, or to inquire about available stipends. \n\nRegister Here
URL:https://eeai.net/event/virtual-earth-force-rise-training/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T100000
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SUMMARY:Nature Rx Wellness Walks
DESCRIPTION:January – April \n2nd & 4th Wednesdays at 9 am \nMeet outside Kindlon Hall near the parking lot. Dress for the weather. The unpaved nature trail is approximately 1/2 mile long. \nFree and open to all! Registration required. \nIn case of cancellation\, all registered participants will be notified via email. \nRegister Here
URL:https://eeai.net/event/nature-rx-wellness-walks/
LOCATION:Jurica-Suchy Nature Museum at Benedictine University\, 5704 College Road\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:North East Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T113000
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CREATED:20241219T214531Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling: Mindfulness and Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join this Nature Journaling Series that gives guests the opportunity to learn how to be mindful in nature. This four-part series will enrich guests by giving them background knowledge on nature journaling and hands-on activities on mindfulness\, journaling\, awe and art in nature. Adult guests are invited to register for all four sessions but each session can be enjoyed separately. Supplies and refreshments will be provided at every session. This program is possible with the generous support from Stella O’Hanlon Family. \nRegister Here
URL:https://eeai.net/event/nature-journaling-mindfulness-and-nature/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center\, 5809 Forest Park Drive\, Peoria\, IL\, 61616\, United States
CATEGORIES:North West Region
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T150000
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SUMMARY:EE in Higher Ed Quarterly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join EEAI for to learn and share with other folks doing EE in Higher Ed in Illinois! This time we’ll be joined by Ann O’Brien\, Program Director in Elementary Education from Lewis University. Ann will be sharing about her work integrated Project Learning Tree and Project WILD programming into her classrooms. EEAI Executive Director\, Brekke Bounds\, will also share about future plans for the network and provide access to our new resource sharing folder. Contact ed@eeai.net with any questions. \nRegister Here
URL:https://eeai.net/event/ee-in-higher-ed-quarterly-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Naturally Curious Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we slow down to read a book each month. The Nature Institute will host a book club each  month featuring authors and titles that give us a deeper understanding of the world around us. We will meet to discuss the chosen book. We will gather together at the Mississippi Sanctuary Office where we can enjoy a view of the Mississippi River and maybe catch a glimpse of an eagle or two. \n\nJanuary Book – Slow Birding by Joan E. Strassman\n\nProgram Fees: \n\nFree\, donations are appreciated\n\nRegistration Required: \n\nNo\, but preferred (registering gives us the ability to email in case of weather cancellation)\n\nThings to bring:  \n\nBook of the Month\nNon-alcoholic Beverage of Choice\nSnacks to Share\, optional\n\nNotes: Slow Birding by Joan E Strassmann Many birders travel far and wide to popular birding destinations to catch sight of rare or “exotic” birds. In Slow Birding\, evolutionary biologist Joan E. Strassmann introduces readers to the joys of birding right where they are.  In this inspiring guide to the art of slow birding\, Strassmann tells colorful stories of the most common birds to be found in the United States—birds we often see but might not have considered deeply before. \nRegister Here
URL:https://eeai.net/event/naturally-curious-book-club/
LOCATION:Mississippi Sanctuary Office\, 2213 South Levis Lane\, Godfrey\, IL\, 62035\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Central Region
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T230000
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SUMMARY:Winter Wonder Hike
DESCRIPTION:Don’t let colder temperatures keep you from enjoying the wonders of winter. Join us for an outdoor hike as we search for signs of native animals and how they survive in frigid conditions. Make sure to dress for the weather! This program is for all ages. *Registration in advance is required!* \nRegister Here
URL:https://eeai.net/event/winter-wonder-hike/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center\, 5809 Forest Park Drive\, Peoria\, IL\, 61616\, United States
CATEGORIES:North West Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T213452Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Rx Wellness Walks
DESCRIPTION:January – April \n2nd & 4th Wednesdays at 9 am \nMeet outside Kindlon Hall near the parking lot. Dress for the weather. The unpaved nature trail is approximately 1/2 mile long. \nFree and open to all! Registration required. \nIn case of cancellation\, all registered participants will be notified via email. \nRegister Here
URL:https://eeai.net/event/nature-rx-wellness-walks-2/
LOCATION:Jurica-Suchy Nature Museum at Benedictine University\, 5704 College Road\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:North East Region
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SUMMARY:January Facilitator Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Join EEAI staff and Ramona Pollard from The Nature Institute for an hour of community and learning! Ramona will be sharing stories of how they bring National Programs like Project Learning tree and Project WILD to their staff at the Nature Institute and how facilitation with EEAI enriches her work. Questions? Reach out to programs@eeai.net \nRegister Here
URL:https://eeai.net/event/january-facilitator-meet-up/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T214749Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Journaling: Mindfulness and Nature Art
DESCRIPTION:Join this Nature Journaling Series that gives guests the opportunity to learn how to be mindful in nature. This four-part series will enrich guests by giving them background knowledge on nature journaling and hands-on activities on mindfulness\, journaling\, awe and art in nature. Adult guests are invited to register for all four sessions but each session can be enjoyed separately. Supplies and refreshments will be provided at every session. This program is possible with the generous support from Stella O’Hanlon Family. \nRegister Here
URL:https://eeai.net/event/nature-journaling-mindfulness-and-nature-art/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center\, 5809 Forest Park Drive\, Peoria\, IL\, 61616\, United States
CATEGORIES:North West Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T030954
CREATED:20241216T210303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T210303Z
UID:3556-1737801000-1737804600@eeai.net
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Club: Vegetable Investigation & Dissection
DESCRIPTION:About the Workshop\nDuring this cold winter month\, let’s dive into the world of nature journaling with this in-person\, facilitated session. This month we will highlight vegetables! Get to know these common plants more thoroughly by examining and learning all about their parts – inside and out! \nParticipants will rotate through stations of various vegetables. Writing and thought prompts\, diagrams\, and art materials will support exploration and discovery! \nTopics Highlighted\n\nUnderstanding basic nature journaling\nEnhancing observational skills\nPracticing intentional curiosity\nPromoting awareness and mindfulness\n\nRegister Here\nAbout Our Club\nThrough this club\, we will spend dedicated time exploring\, observing\, and recording the natural world. We will highlight the basics of keeping a nature journal\, different methods of organizing one\, features and elements of a nature journal\, and much more. \nPlease bring a blank notebook\, pen/pencil\, and a ruler. This program is intended for adults\, but older kids/teens are welcome if accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://eeai.net/event/nature-journaling-club-vegetable-investigation-dissection/
LOCATION:Jurica-Suchy Nature Museum at Benedictine University\, 5704 College Road\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532\, United States
CATEGORIES:North East Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250130T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T220837Z
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SUMMARY:Butterflies in Winter
DESCRIPTION:Animals hibernate\, migrate\, or adapt to survive winter. Some animal’s life cycle ends in winter. What happens to butterflies? Discover how Illinois butterflies survive winter and in what life stages. This program will be for adult learners. *Pre-registration is required. \nRegister Here
URL:https://eeai.net/event/butterflies-in-winter/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center\, 5809 Forest Park Drive\, Peoria\, IL\, 61616\, United States
CATEGORIES:North West Region
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