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Calendar of Events

September 2026

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  • Buildings Open

    Buildings Open

    September 6, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Kennekuk County Park, 22296 Henning Rd, Danville, IL 61834, USA & Forest Glen Preserve, 20301 E. 900 North Road, Westville, IL 61883

    At Forest Glen Preserve, the Gannett Education Center and Pioneer Homestead Cabin will be staffed with volunteers and open to the public for tours.  Visitors to the Gannett Education Center can learn about Vermilion County plants and animals with displays, exploration tables, and more.  The Pioneer Homestead Cabin takes visitors back in time to discover how early settlers lived in Vermilion County.

    At Kennekuk County Park, the Kennekuk Education Center and Bunker Hill Historic Area buildings will be staffed with volunteers and open to the public for tours as well.  The Neff Grocery Store, Atwood Home, Bismarck Train Depot, and Red Oak School take people back to the time period of 1890's - 1940's.  Tod add to the nostalgia, the Red Bud String Band will be performing at the Gazebo located in the Bunker Hill Historic Area.  Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy and afternoon of nostalgia with tours of the buildings and live music!   Visitors to the Kennekuk Education Center can learn about Vermilion County plants and animals with displays, exploration tables, and see photography work by Jared Lowe.

    The Vermilion County Conservation District utilizes volunteers to staff these buildings.  If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Lara Danzl, ldanzl@vccd.org, or 217-442-1691.

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  • Labor Day

    Labor Day

    September 7, 2026

    VCCD offices closed

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  • River to Rail Bike Ride for the KRT

    River to Rail Bike Ride for the KRT

    September 12, 2026
    Kennekuk County Park, 22296 Henning Rd, Danville, IL 61834, USA

    Pre-registration and fee required;SAG supported routes, call 217-442-1691 for more information; Information and registration opens February 1, 2026 at https://RtoR2026.eventbrite.com 

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  • Natural Wool Dyeing Demonstration

    Natural Wool Dyeing Demonstration

    September 12, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Forest Glen Preserve, 20301 900 North Rd, Georgetown, IL 61846, USA

    Discover traditional yarn dyeing methods!  Local fiber artists will be brining handspun yarn to dye with flowers, walnuts, and more.  Pioneer Homestead Cabin area; FREE

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  • Waterfowl Hunt Draw for Lake Mingo & Lake Vermilion

    Waterfowl Hunt Draw for Lake Mingo & Lake Vermilion

    September 14, 2026

    Applications due September 11, 2026; Call 217-442-1691 for more information

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  • VCCD Board Meeting

    VCCD Board Meeting

    September 16, 2026 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
    Kennekuk County Park, 22296 Henning Rd, Danville, IL 61834, USA

    Environmental Education Center, Kennekuk County Park; Public Invited

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  • Middlefork Audubon Society Live Raptor Progam

    Middlefork Audubon Society Live Raptor Progam

    September 20, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Kennekuk County Park, 22296 Henning Rd, Danville, IL 61834, USA

    Live Raptor Program, White Oak Barn, Kennekuk County Park, Public Invited, FREE

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  • Revolutionary War Re-enactment

    Revolutionary War Re-enactment

    September 26, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Forest Glen Preserve, 20301 900 North Rd, Georgetown, IL 61846, USA

    See how the Revolutionary War was fought through artillery demonstrations and walk through an encampment presented by the Northwest Territory Alliance Reenactment group.  Both days will feature activities including fashion shows, tomahawk throwing, ladies' tea, bayonet competitions and more!  Battle at 3:30 pm; Homestead Cabin Area, Forest Glen; FREE

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  • Pioneer Craft Day

    Pioneer Craft Day

    September 27, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Forest Glen Preserve, 20301 900 North Rd, Georgetown, IL 61846, USA

    Discover pioneer homestead life through fry-bread cooking demonstrations, interactive rope making, and log-splitting.  Kids will be able to help with apple pressing, play games and participate in a watermelon eating contest.  Pioneer activities end when the battle starts.  Homestead Cabin area, Forest Glen; Free

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  • Revolutionary War Re-enactment/Pioneer Craft Day

    Revolutionary War Re-enactment/Pioneer Craft Day

    September 27, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Forest Glen Preserve, 20301 900 North Rd, Georgetown, IL 61846, USA

    See how the Revolutionary War was fought through artillery demonstrations and walk through an encampment presented by the Northwest Territory Alliance Reenactment group.  Both days will feature activities including fashion shows, tomahawk throwing, ladies' tea, bayonet competitions and more!   Battle at 3:30 pm

    On Sunday, discover pioneer homestead life through fry-bread cooking demonstrations, interactive rope making, and log splitting.  Kids will be able to help with apple pressing, play games, and participate in a watermelon eating contest.  Pioneer activities end when the battle starts.

    Homestead Cabin Area, Forest Glen; FREE

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Forest Glen Backpack Trail Informationhttps://vccd.org/wp-admin/index.php

River Ridge Back Pack Trail Rules

River Ridge Backpack Trail Registration Form – Submit at least 2 weeks prior to hiking/camping

Forest Glen Back Pack Trail Map

River Ridge Back Pack Trail FAQ

 

Vermilion County Conservation District-Headquarters

  • Email
    vccd@vccd.org
  • Phone
    217-442-1691
  • Address
    22296-A Henning Road
    Danville, IL 61834

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