The Upper Sangamon River Conservancy is partnering with the Champaign County Forest Preserves for an exciting and new family-friendly event at Lake of the Woods! The day will begin with the “Take Me Fishing” event at the peninsula starting at 9 am. Activities throughout the day include fishing, canoeing, kayaking, educational exhibits, and more! Stop […]
The next Sangamon paddle excursion, departs from the Hazen Bridge at 9:30am. We'll take out at Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve. The trip is limited to 14 participants. REQUIRED FREE registration opens noon July 26 until filled. Please read our Liability Waiver before filling out the RSVP. You must acknowledge having read and accept […]
The Upper Sangamon River Conservancy and River Watch continue our long-term collaboration to study freshwater mussels in the Sangamon River. Join us to help collect, tag, and measure mussels. Join us for one or all four opportunities to be a citizen scientist! Volunteers should wear clothes and old shoes, such as old sneakers, that are […]
The Upper Sangamon River Conservancy and River Watch continue our long-term collaboration to study freshwater mussels in the Sangamon River. Join us to help collect, tag, and measure mussels. Join us for one or all four opportunities to be a citizen scientist! Volunteers should wear clothes and old shoes, such as old sneakers, that are […]
Please join Upper Sangamon River Conservancy volunteers for our next Adopt-a-Highway cleanup on Saturday, August 17. Our target area is Highway 47 north of Mahomet and the ramps of the I-74 interchange, all of which drains into the Sangamon River. Meet at the former Hen House parking lot at 9:00 a.m. USRC will provide safety vests, […]
Monthly Board meeting in the Edgar Room.