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Family Programs

Butterfly Survey: October

Saturday, October 10, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Grant Park, Normandy Entrance

Register on RecDesk 4 of 6 spots left · Register by Thursday, October 8

Children and a naturalist on Owlexander's Hoot Route nature literature trail at Grant Park

Help contribute to research by joining the naturalist on butterfly surveys. Identify and count butterflies while observing other seasonal wildlife as we stroll. No experience is necessary. Trail is approximately one mile in length on uneven terrain. This is a Tools to Trek program.

Notes

  • Please register just one family member.
  • Surveys do not occur in the rain.
  • This is a Tools to Trek program. Visit our website to download your Tools to Trek brochure and start earning your Trek Pack! https://www.cwpd.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/toolstotrek2023.pdf
  • Space for this program is limited. If you realize you are unable to attend ahead of time, please contact the Park District. Having accurate registration allows us to properly utilize our staff and volunteers as well as offer spots to those on the waiting list.
  • Dress for the weather and apply sun and insect protection before the program begins. Nets and guides are provided.
  • Program and camp cancellations made seven days prior to the start date will receive a full refund in the form of household credit or refund to the original payment method. Those cancellations made less than seven days prior to the program date will be offered a 50% refund in the form of a household credit. Cancellations made during or after the program are not eligible for a refund. Exceptions to this policy can be made at the discretion of the Program Manager.

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    16 of 20 spots left · Register by Thursday, October 8

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