Embark on an adventure like no other with Backpacking with Burpee!
Join us in partnership with the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County for an immersive journey through the breathtaking landscapes. Whether you’re a seasoned nature enthusiast or a curious beginner, our classes offer a unique blend of education and exploration!
Join us and discover the hidden treasures of Winnebago County’s wilderness!
Backpacking with Burpee Class Schedule
*All programs are on the first Saturday of the month from 10 am-12pm*
*Classes are $7 per person*
May 4, 2024
Spring Ephemeral Flowers
Oak Ridge Forest Preserve
8322 Blomberg Rd.
Cherry Valley, IL 61016
June 1, 2024
Birding/ Bird Calls
Colored Sands Forest Preserve
10602 Haas Rd
Rockton, IL 61024
July 6, 2024
Aquatics
Seward Bluffs Forest Preserve
16999 Comly Rd.
Seward, IL 61077
(use parking lot at stone bridge)
August 3, 2024
Art in the Environment
Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve
5360 Mulford Rd.
Cherry Valley, IL 61016
September 7, 2024
Bugs & Butterflies
Cedar Cliff Forest Preserve
7901 Kishwaukee Rd.
Stillman Valley, IL 61084
October 5, 2024
Fossils
Seward Bluffs Forest Preserve
16999 Comly Rd.
Seward, IL 61077
(use parking lot at stone bridge)
November 2, 2024
Fall Foliage/Trees
Hononegah Forest Preserve
#80 Hononegah Rd.
Rockton, IL 61072
(park near Bird Grove Shelterhouse)
December 7, 2024
Animal Tracks
Ferguson Forest Preserve
8602 West Winslow Rd.
Shirland, IL 61079
