You’re invited for a morning of community, conservation and fun to celebrate World Water Day.

Join Audubon Great Lakes and our Wild Indigo Nature Explorations team, alongside partners from the Chicago Park District at Deadstick Pond Park for a guided tour of the park, followed by clearing on invasive brush.

Audubon’s Senior Associate of Stewardship will lead a tour of the park, highlighting the importance of fresh water, wetlands and the wildlife that call them home. Following the tour, Audubon's Wild Indigo Coordinator will lead a fun, family-friendly water-themed art activity. Volunteers will then help remove invasive brush for the benefit of vulnerable marsh birds and other wildlife.

Deadstick Pond is in the Calumet region, one of Audubon's priority regions for wetlands restoration for marsh bird conservation.

Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or a first-timer, all are welcome to this free family-friendly event! RSVP Required.

Event schedule:

9 – 10am: Enjoy a site tour of Deadstick Pond Park, which will include a stop at a new water control structure that is helping maintain the marsh conditions vulnerable birds need to thrive and benefitting local communities!

10am – 11am: Participate in a fun, family-friendly water-themed art activity making tie-dye banners.

11am -12pm: Roll up your sleeves and help clear invasive Buckthorn.

What to expect:

The stewardship work will include removing invasive vegetation, and may incorporate the use of tools, including pruners and loppers. All necessary tools, supplies, gloves, and training will be provided.

How to prepare:

This is an outdoor event. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty, and sturdy shoes. Bring a reusable water bottle with you. Snacks will be provided.

RSVP Today!