The Photo Club meetings are friendly and informal, with a brief discussion of upcoming activities, a short program and conclude with the opportunity to share and discuss photos.
Join a naturalist for a casual walk on the trails in search of fall colors. These educational programs will give you a better understanding of the flora and fauna of the nature center as well as the history of the land.
Join Riveredge for a scenic paddle on Little Cedar Lake at Ackerman’s Grove County Park to celebrate fall transitions and immerse yourself in stunning autumn colors. We’ll provide kayaks, paddles, and life jackets. No experience necessary!
Autumn Acoustics is Riveredge's brand new outdoor music festival. See bands on two stages as the fall colors start to turn. Genres include folk, bluegrass, indie rock, and singer-songwriter. Hike (or shuttle) between acts, with fall-themed beverages and food. Interactive art experiences and art vendors will also bring their visual splendor to the experience. Dress for the weather and let musicians serenade you beneath the trees.
The Photo Club meetings are friendly and informal, with a brief discussion of upcoming activities, a short program and conclude with the opportunity to share and discuss photos.
Topics include: personal protective equipment (PPE); body mechanics; chainsaw safety features; the chain and the cutter tooth; reactive forces; planning and executing tree felling, limbing, and bucking
Topics include: basic chainsaw maintenance; review of the cutter tooth and hands-on sharpening; introduction to wedges; planning and executing tree felling; planning and executing limbing and bucking.
Join a naturalist for a casual walk on the trails in search of fall colors. These educational programs will give you a better understanding of the flora and fauna of the nature center as well as the history of the land.
Riveredge invites dogs and their families to a special access day to hike our trails and enjoy the beauty of our sanctuary. Show your pups a piece of pristine nature and learn why sanctuaries like Riveredge must balance pets with local wildlife and plants. It’s the one day of the year where dogs can become Riveredge Kids too!