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Fun with Fossils at Middle Fork River | Registration Deadline 6/6

June 13, 2026 By From The Editors

Date/Time
Date(s) - 06/13/2026
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Location
Activity Center, Middle Fork River Forest Preserve

Categories

  • History
  • Nature


Free, register by June 6!

Did you know that in 2018, a 400-year-old bison skull was discovered in Middle Fork River Forest Preserve? Come learn about the bison skull, fossils that can be found in Illinois, and participate in a mock-dig activity. Fossils from the mock-dig can be taken home! Recommended for younger audiences. Children must be registered by June 6 at champaignforests.org. For more info: (217) 586-2612 or jbien@ccfpd.org

Registration Link: Activity detail | Champaign County Forest Preserve

This program will be held at the Interpretive Center at Middle Fork River Forest Preserve

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