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Lincoln Park Conservancy News
May 2013 |
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Wildflower Walks at the North Pond Nature Sanctuary
June 1, July 6, August 3, September 7
Cost: Free  | | Photo by Jeffrey Liem |
Join us for a guided Wildflower Walk around the North Pond Nature Sanctuary on the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. Each month you'll explore different species as they bloom. Discover what makes wildflowers so essential to our environment, learn wildflower identification tips, and hear the wildflowers' folklore and stories. These easy, 45- to 60-minute walks are great for beginners or the experienced and are geared toward adults.
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Give Dad the Gift of Nature this Father's Day
Purchase a Tree, Shrub, or Wildflowers for the Lily Pool
 Your father, superman, or mentor deserves more than dinner or a new tie on his special day. Give him the lasting gift of an American Plum tree, an American Hazelnut shrub, or 32 wildflowers planted in his name at the ALFRED CALDWELL LILY POOL, Lincoln Park's only National Historic Landmark landscape. Or, adopt a magnificent water lily! Your gift recipient will receive a special card with a photo of your tree or plant specie along with your personalized message (we'll send you a copy of the card, too).
Each time your father or special someone visits the Lily Pool, he'll know his tree, shrub, wildflowers or water lily is contributing to the beauty of Alfred Caldwell's masterpiece.
Father's Day - Make it last more than just a day....
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South Lincoln Park History & Monument Walks
June 15, July 20, August 24, September 21
Cost: $20  Learn about the men that inspired the monuments and the history of South Lincoln Park, Chicago's oldest park! Join Krista August, author of "Giants in the Park" and the Lincoln Park Conservancy for this fun and informative two-hour walking tour.The tour begins at 10 a.m. in front of the Lincoln Park Conservatory & Gardens and ends at North Avenue and Astor Street.
ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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North Pond Gardening Program
Volunteer for Our 13th Season Among the Wildflowers Join us on Saturday mornings from 10 a.m. to Noon for our 13th  season of native plant gardening at the North Pond Nature Sanctuary. Volunteers will help our experienced staff beautify and maintain the sanctuary and its surrounding park areas. Over the weeks, volunteers learn how to plant trees and wildflowers, apply wildflower seed, remove invasive species, prune and mulch trees and shrubs, and collect seeds from prairies, savannas and woodlands.
No time commitment required, but please register in advance. This program is for ages 16 and over.
2013 WORKDAY SCHEDULE
May 25, June 8 and 22, July 6 and 20, August 3 and 24, September 7 and 28, October 12
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You are receiving this email because you are a valued member of the Lincoln Park Conservancy community. If you have any questions, suggestions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely, The Lincoln Park Conservancy Development Team
T. 773-883-PARK
E. info@lincolnparkconservancy.org
W. www.lincolnparkconservancy.org
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