Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce issued the following announcement on Sept. 14.
Date(s): 9/22/2018
Time(s): 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Description:
Explore the hidden world of pollinators and their unique relationship with the plants they pollinate. This workshop will give you a hands-on look at plants and pollinators in action, including a visit to The Morton Arboretum's prairie and beehives. Experience hands-on activities that can be instantly implemented into your curriculum. Relevant correlations to Next Generation Science Standards will be provided and discussed. Although targeted to teachers of grades kindergarten through four, all educators are welcome to register for this workshop but may need to adapt the materials for their students, as appropriate. Professional Development Hours are available. This workshop is part of the ENTICE (Environment and Nature Training Institute for Conservation Education) program from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
For more information:
ENTICE Workshop Registration Page: https://www.enticeworkshops.com/
Event Type: Educator Workshop
DNR Region(s): Statewide
Location: The Morton Arboretum
DNR Park:
Address: 41000 Illinois Rt 53
City, State ZIP:
Lisle IL 60532
Directions: Google Maps Directions to Chicago Botanic Garden
Contact person/email: Valerie Keener / valerie.keener@illinois.gov
Phone/Fax: 217-524-4126 / 217-782-9552
Original source can be found here.