The Conservation Foundation

Join us for Rush University System for Health's Rush Walk for Wellness kickoff on Saturday, July 11th! We're excited that The Conservation Foundation's Kristy Belton (certified Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guide) will be leading a mini forest therapy session during the event.

Come enjoy a relaxing experience in nature while connecting with your community and supporting your well-being. We hope to see you there!

Rush Walk for Wellness | Rush The Rush Walk for Wellness is a seven-week summer program designed to inspire people of all ages and abilities to stay active and informed through weekly walks and engaging events both in person and online. Join us as we connect with neighbors, health and wellness experts and community organizations...

Don't forget to save your spot for Summer Berries: Foraging at The Forge Plant Walk on Saturday, July 11th! Discover the wild edible plants hiding in plain sight and learn how to identify common species, understand safe and ethical foraging practices, and gain a deeper appreciation for the natural world around you.

Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned nature enthusiast, this hands-on experience is a great way to connect with local landscapes and learn something new.

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Summer Berries: Foraging at The Forge Plant Walk - The Conservation Foundation Join us at our Summer Berries: Foraging at The Forge Plant Walk for a walk showing wild berries and other wild common, local edible plants.

Thank you to the Darien Garden Club - IL and Indian Prairie Public Library for inviting us to present as part of their celebration of National Garden Week!

Joined by Shane Alden Edwards of The Wild Dryad, Kyla Muhammad, our Will County Program Director, co-presented about Wild Herbs & Spices and how to safely identify plants commonly found in local landscapes that can be used as culinary herbs and spices. With over 100 attendees, the energy, excitement, and curiosity around exploring the flavors of all-star plants like native wild bergamot and spicebush was palpable!

We're proud to announce that The Conservation Foundation and two of our staff members received awards from Garfield Farm Museum's Garfield Heritage Society and Campton Historical Agricultural Lands. Our sincere thanks to for this recognition and for our many years and decades of impactful partnership!

Read more about the awards below!

Celebrating Conservation Leadership - The Conservation Foundation The Conservation Foundation and two of our staff were recognized with awards by the Garfield Heritage Society and Campton Historical Agricultural Lands.