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Endangered Species Quest

Event information

Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025

Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Fee: Free!

Age: All ages.

Contact: 708-946-2216

Location: Plum Creek Nature Center


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A black-crowned night heron standing at the water's edge. Photo by Anthony Schalk

Event details

This ongoing program runs from Saturday, March 1, to Wednesday, April 30. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. 

Keep your eyes open! A troop of endangered species has migrated to Snapper Pond in Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve. Endangered species aren’t just in exotic places. Learn about the animals that need our help right here in Illinois. Start at Plum Creek Nature Center to grab a quest card, then hit the trail to do your best to find all the animals. Come back to tell us your favorite endangered species to earn a prize.

Event requirements

No registration required. 

Plum Creek Nature Center is an accessible facility. The quest hike is less than 0.5 mile on a paved trail. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should mention their request when registering or submit a request online no later than 48 hours before the program.