Chicago Conservation Corps

Dedicated to training a network of grassroots leaders who make a difference in their neighborhoods and school environments. A program of the @NatureMuseum.

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We’re back on Instagram! 🌱

After a hiatus, C3 is joining the Instagram community once again. Click the link below to follow and stay updated on all things C3 — Trust us, you won’t want to miss what’s in store!

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One Earth Film Festival begins this weekend! This year’s theme is “Let’s Get Loud!” Inspired by renowned climate scientist, Dr. Katherine Hayoe.
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Orientations for our Spring 2023 cohort of C3’s Sustainability Leadership Trainings begin March 4th! Find all our upcoming orientations days here.
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Would you like to see an electric vehicle charging station in your community? Cook County is seeking site nominations to find the most suitable locations for the public charging stations.
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Get your little ones ready to explore! Brightly colored birds, animal tracks, squirrel nests – winter reveals many of nature’s secrets! Join us at the Nature Museum for a winter hike and use all your senses to discover the wonders of winter.
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Drop in on the last Friday of the month to visit the North Park Village Nature Center and preserve after hours! Enjoy a self-guided hike through the preserve, gaze at the sky above, and listen for nocturnal animals. Free parking and entry, always!
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[Chicago Conservation Corps @ChiConservation]

Orientations for our Spring 2023 cohort of C3’s Sustainability Leadership Trainings begin March 4th! Find all our upcoming orientations days here.
https://t.co/tFbFYG3j9k

[Chicago Conservation Corps @ChiConservation]

Join us at the Nature Museum for an interactive Storytime Adventure!
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Spring is just around the corner! Spend your Sunday afternoon learning about Illinois’ ecology of spring ephemeral wildflowers.
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This weekend is Winter Fest at Big Marsh Park! Get outside and participate in fun with activities with the Park District!
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Gardening with native plants is a wonderful way to support our environment! Ready to Go Native & Get Wild? Tune into this webinar to learn more!
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February 25th is the Annual Wild Things Conference! Wild Things invites nature enthusiasts to learn about the flora, fauna, and natural history of the Prairie State!
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Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the Nature Museum’s critters! Make a special Valentine for one of our critters, or join us for story time with our friends from Kiki Queens! Get the details on these events and more over on the Nature Museum event calendar. https://t.co/vqhsPY7xvv

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It may still be winter, but combined sewer overflows don’t hibernate when it gets cold! Learn what steps we can take all year to support our waterways
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Natural Gas prices reached extreme levels in January. Check out this information from CUB for tips on efficiency, bills, suppliers, and more.
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Our friends at the Chicago Tool Library just opened their brand new, bigger location near the Pulaski Green Line Stop! Go check them out!
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Calling all creatives! Join The Forest Preserves for a Winter Workshop exploring the creation of natural dyes and printmaking!
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Looking to spend time outside this spring? Take a look at our Community Science opportunities involving frogs, butterflies, and odonates! You can contribute to real scientific research—no advanced degree required.
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Looking for some zero waste stores near you? Litterless has you covered.
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Winter in Chicagoland means clearing those sidewalks of snow to keep our communities walkable. Need help with shoveling? ATA has a list of resources to help!
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