2012 Plants of Concern Training Workshops

Plants of Concern Volunteer Citizen Scientists Needed for Monitoring Endangered and Threatened Native Plants in NE Illinois, SE Wisconsin, NW Indiana

 Join this exciting citizen science program entering its 12th year.  More than 600 volunteers have worked with this program region-wide, monitoring 225 species at 275 sites!  Receive training in Plants of Concern monitoring techniques, meet land managers, talk with seasoned monitors, or refresh your skills for the new season. One workshop is required for all new POC monitors and we ask any former monitors who have never been to a workshop to attend. Morning refreshments will be served, but bring a lunch. Registration is required. A confirmation will be sent after registration, and directions will follow shortly before the workshop date.

 2012 POC Workshops Dates:

Sunday, April 1, Lost Valley Visitor Center, Glacial Park, Ringwood, McHenry County, IL

Saturday, April 14, Brewster Creek Lodge, St. Charles, Kane County, IL

Wednesday, April 18, Bowen Park (Jack Benny Center), Waukegan, IL

 Saturday, April 28 Sand Ridge Nature Center, South Holland, Cook County, IL
 

Click here to register on line!

All workshops will be held from 9:30am to 3pm

You can also contact Greg Hitzroth at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ; 847-835-6856.

Plants of Concern is coordinated through the Chicago Botanic Garden by Susanne Masi.

(Photo by Carol Freeman)