Event calendar

Junior Naturalists: River Critters

Event information

Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025

Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Fee: Free!

Age: Ages 8-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Contact: 815-722-9301

Location: Isle a la Cache Museum


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A group of children spread across a riverbank using dip nets in the water. Photo by Anthony Schalk

Event details

Junior naturalists will take a deep dive into rivers — what a river is, which rivers flow through Will County and just what critters are living in and around them! Participants will play some games and do some scientific work.

Event requirements

Registration required by Thursday, June 5: 815-722-9301.

REGISTER ONLINE

Please note this is not a drop-off program; adults or chaperones do not need to register but must be present for the program.

This program includes dip-netting in the river; please wear shoes that can get wet.

The museum is an accessible facility. The program may include hiking less than 0.5 mile on preserve trails over uneven terrain. 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.