This Field Trip is SOLD OUT. Take a look at our Community Calendar for future events. 

We'll visit the newly created Wild Mile Chicago, the first ever, mile-long, wildlife first, floating eco-park in the world. It's located on the North Branch Canal of the Chicago River, a man-made channel along the east side of Goose Island between Chicago Ave and North Ave.

Participants will take a guided kayak tour and learn about the gardens, forests, wetlands, public walkways, educational learning stations, kayak access points, and more! Or enjoy a guided walk through the floating eco-park,and discover the ways it serves people, wildlife, and the environment! Or do both experiences, one in the morning, one in the afternoon.

No matter your area of expertise, all are welcome to join us for this fun and informative day! 

The trip will take place rain or shine, so please dress for the weather.

Meeting Point and Transit

Meet at the end of Eastman Street between REI (905 W. Eastman) and the Carbit Paint building.

Closest transit stops are North & Sheffield and Halstead & Evergreen (Buses) or North/Clybourn (Red Line).

Street parking is free in the area but please don’t park in the retail parking lots or your car will be towed.

Field Trip Schedule

• 9am CST
  Meet at Wild Mile Chicago for a brief orientation
  
  
• 9:15am CST
  Depart for a guided kayak tour (instruction provided) or a guided walking tour
  
  
• 11:15am CST
  Gather for a catered vegan lunch and a discussion about the origins of Wild Mile Chicago, its conservation goals, and its relationship to the urban communities around it
  
  
• 12:15pm CST
  Depart for a guided kayak (instruction provided) or guided walking tour
  
  
• 2pm CST
  Quick wrap up and thank you