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ABOUT US
The North Pond Conservation Council picks up where the Chicago Park District leaves off, taking on projects that are important to the pond, but do not fit into the city budget.
We fund landscaping improvements, ecological projects, educational programs, community outreach and volunteer stewardship opportunities for nature lovers of all ages.
These projects are possible because of your support. We invite you to join us in our mission of stewardship for this beautiful, natural resource we call the North Pond Nature Sanctuary.
Visit the "Join Us" section to download a membership form. |
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WHAT WE DO
The North Pond Conservation Council is a partner with the Chicago Park District in the management of the North Pond Nature Sanctuary. |
Our North Pond Gardeners meet once a month (or more) to restore and beautify the pond. They tirelessly maintain the native Midwestern prairie, savannah, woodland and natural shoreline areas that surround the 10-acre pond. |
We collect data on the long-term progress of the pond through The Biodiversity Program. Volunteers monitor butterflies, dragonflies, frogs, birds, and survey for the dreaded Asian Longhorned Beetle to help save our trees. |
MEETINGS
We hold quarterly meetings to receive community input, which always begin with an educational speaker who lectures on pond ecology or related systems. Our speakers have included the best and brightest naturalists from the Chicagoland area discussing everything from the importance of native plants to the return of the once-endangered Peregrine Falcon.
ADVOCACY
We are important advocates for the park when it comes to city services such as trash removal, tree care, and bench and path repairs. We advocate for park safety with the Chicago Police Department, City Dept. of Human Services, and other local organizations.
It's probably easier to ask...What DON'T we do? |
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