Backpacking with Burpee Museum: Celebrate Earth Day

Schedule

Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve | Rockford, IL

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Happy Earth Day! Show the Earth you care by joining us to pick up trash at our local forest preserves.
About this Event

All programs are on the first Saturday of the month from 10 am - 12 pm

Cost: $7 per person

"Burpee is so excited about this new partnership with Forest Preserves of Winnebago County! Join us for our amazing Backpacking with Burpee classes and explore the wonders of fossil hunting, bird and plant identification, and even our unique art classes!

Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve, 5360 Mulford Road &, 5801 Perryville Rd, Rockford, IL 61109

Saturday, April 18, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Celebrate Earth Day - Trash Collection

Grab your gloves and a trash bag for this beautiful day of giving back to the Earth! Join us for a trash collection day around our local forest preserves! Perfect for nature detectives of all ages!

Cancellation/refund policy:

Due to the cost of supplies and staffing, cancellation MUST be received 7 clear days ahead to receive a refund. A fee of 20% will be deducted from any refund after the initial purchase.

Classes offered by the skilled Educators from Burpee Museum of Natural History, 737 N Main St, Rockford, IL 61103

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Blackhawk Springs Forest Preserve, 5801 Perryville Road, Rockford, United States

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