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Summer and Fall 2007 Events
Pere Marquette State Park
Pere Marquette State Park provides a
variety of programs to help the public learn about and enjoy the natural
resources of the State of Illinois. All interpretive events at Pere Marquette
State Park are free of charge, however there is a a fee for the
"Becoming an Outdoors Woman" seminar. If you want more information on an event,
contact the Park at 618-786-3323, extension 1.
TWO RIVERS
FAMILY FISHING FAIR
Saturday, June 2, 2007
10 am to 5 pm
A family event held in celebration of National Fishing week and Illinois Free
Fishing days. Fair goers will learn
knot tying, fish identification, fish cleaning, casting, and many other skills.
Games, activities, and learning stations for kids of all ages, including a 5,000
gallon aquarium stocked with local fish. Refreshments will be available.
Children will receive an assortment of educational materials and a free prize. No license or fishing
gear is needed.
NATIVE AMERICAN POTTERY DEMONSTRATION
Saturday, June 23, 2007
Meet at the log cabin near the Visitor Center.
Learn how Native Americans created pots, dishes, and ceremonial items at
this pottery demonstration. After a lecture on this ancient craft,
participants will will get hands on experience in making a pot or bowl that
they can take home with them.
Click here for more on Native American pottery
BOBCATS
Saturday, July 7, 2007
Meet at the Visitors Center at 10 am.
Come discover the mysteries of the bobcat . Placed on the Illinois' first
list of threatened species in 1977, these animals are indigenous to
Illinois and prefer large forested or wooded areas like Pere Marquette
State Park.
NATURAL HISTORY HIKE
Saturday, July 14, 2007
Meet at the Visitors Center at 8:30 am.
Learn about the park's natural history and experience the beauty of nature
by hiking along one of the many hiking trails. Wear good hiking shoes and
bring binoculars for this adventure that will last about 2 hours.
Click here for more on hiking at Pere Marquette
TRAIL CLEAN UP DAY
Saturday, September 8, 2007
Meet at the Visitors Center at 9 am.
Volunteers (individuals & groups) are needed to assist in picking up
litter along the Park's hiking trails. Wear sturdy shoes and bring work
gloves. Refreshments and sandwiches will be provided.
BECOMING AN OUTDOORS WOMAN
September 28 - September 30, 2007
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources
invites women to attend a weekend of adventurous outdoor activities.
You can try charting a course, calling a bird, shooting a bow,
firing a shot, tying a fly, catching a fish, building a campfire, and more.
Attendees will enjoy the natural beauty of Illinois, companionship,
exercise and skill building. Program
instructors provide a supportive, safe, nonthreatening and noncompetitive
learning environment. The
program is open to all women age 18 or older.
A
fee of $150 per person includes lodging, meals and all instruction
To register or for more information, contact
Mitch Ingold at mingold@dnrmail.state.il.us
all
618-462-1181 or 217-524-4126
NATURAL HISTORY HIKE
Saturday, September 22, 2007
Meet at the Visitors Center at 8:30 am.
Learn about the park's natural history and experience the beauty of nature
by hiking along one of the many hiking trails. Wear good hiking shoes and
bring binoculars for this adventure that will last about 2 hours.
Click here for more on hiking at Pere Marquette
NATIVE AMERICAN POTTERY DEMONSTRATION
Saturday, September 29, 2007
Meet at the playground located near the camping area at 9:30 am.
Learn how Native Americans created pots, dishes, and ceremonial items at
this pottery demonstration. After a lecture on this ancient craft,
participants will will get hands on experience in making a pot or bowl that
they can take home with them.
Click here for more on Native American pottery
OWLS!
Friday, October 5, 2007 - 8 pm
Friday, October 12, 2007 - 8 pm
Friday, October 19, 2007 - 8 pm
Saturday, October 27, 2007 - 6:30 pm
Meet at the Visitors Center
A variety of owls inhabit Pere Marquette State Park and the surrounding
area. A lecture by the Park staff will tell you what these bird sound like
and the individual habits of each species. After the lecture there will be a
short 1 1/2 mile hike (part of the hike is uphill) to listen for these
fascinating birds. After the hike there will be a marshmallow roast. Please
bring one flashlight per family. Marshmallows and drinks will be provided.
Click
here for more on Owls
NATURAL HISTORY HIKE
Saturday, October 13, 2007
Meet at the Visitors Center at 8:30 am.
Learn about the park's natural history and experience the beauty of nature
by hiking along one of the many hiking trails. Wear good hiking shoes and
bring binoculars for this six mile hiking adventure that will last about 4 hours.
Click here for more on hiking at Pere Marquette
AUTUMN COLORS DRIVE
Friday, October 19, 2007
Friday, October 26, 2007
Meet at the Visitors Center after 2 pm both days.
Come join the staff on a scenic drive to view the natural beauty that is
unique to Pere Marquette State Park. A lottery will be held to decide who will be able to ride with the Park Interpreter with the rest following in
their own vehicles. The drive will stop at a local restaurant
and will return to the Park at approximately 7 pm.
Click here for more on Fall Colors in the
area
FALL COLORS WALK
Saturday, October 20, 2007
Meet at the Visitors Center at 10 am
Pere Marquette comes alive with color in the fall. Join the Park's staff
for a walk to experience the brilliant colors and the many other wonders of
nature first hand. The hikes are approximately 2 miles and last about 2
hours. Don't forget comfortable shoes and a camera.
Click here
for more on hiking at Pere Marquette
Click here for more on Fall Colors in the area
FOOD IN THE FOREST
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Meet at the Visitors Center at 9:30 am.
A lecture will be given on wild edible plants
followed by a hike to identify the plants that can be found in the Park.
Some of the plants will be available to sample after the hike. The program
lasts approximately 3 hours. Bring comfortable shoes and an appetite.
Planning Ahead?
Check out the Winter Calendar for American Bald Eagle program dates.
Winter 2007-2008
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