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The IDNR headquarters at 1 Natural Resources Way in Springfield has experienced a power outage and tree damage throughout the grounds as a result of severe storms in the area. The agency expects to reopen the building to the public on Monday, June 15, 2026, though this could be subject to change. Check back here for an update before planning to visit the office in person.

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Special Events:

Run for the Hills -  5K, 10K, Half Marathon on the fourth Saturday of September

Love our River Day - in the works for June 11, 2023

 

Recurring Programs:

Bird Walks*

Walks with a Naturalist*

 

Occasional Programs:

Bike with a Naturalist

Kayak with a Naturalist

Tree ID*

Wildflower Walks*

Forest Therapy*

Insect Safari*

Spider Walks*

Fall Color Walks*

Animal Tracking*

Winter Ecology*

Moraine Hills Geology Hike

National Honeybee Day

 

*Our staff and volunteers also offer some of our programs at our sister-sites of Volo Bog, McHenry Dam & Chain-o-Lakes State Parks.

 

Email dnr.volobog@illinois.gov or phone 815-344-1294 and ask to be added to our contact list. This is the main email address for programs at Moraine Hills, Volo Bog, and McHenry Dam.