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Join us on a Walk and Talk History of Busey Woods September 19

Tuesday, September 1, 2026

This is a free event and no registration is required.

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Anita Purves Nature Center offers Whimsy For Adults September 11

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Whimsy For Adults: Learning Plants Through Play is a new program.

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Sunday Morning Bird Walks return this Fall

Monday, August 24, 2026

Bird walks start at Anita Purves Nature Center every Sunday from September 6 - October 25.

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Nature Tales and Trails will be September and October at Anita Purves Nature Center

Monday, August 17, 2026

Each Friday from September 18 - October 23. $5 per family.

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Kids ages 6-12 can take part in Forest School Afternoons at Anita Purves Nature Center

Sunday, August 16, 2026

Four, three-week sessions offered this Fall.

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Urbana Park District Board of Commissioners Approves Prairie and Weaver Park Master Plans for future recreation and natural areas needs

Monday, September 9, 2024

New plans approved after extensive public input.

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Check out the Anita Purves Nature Center Raccoon Trail Cam!

Thursday, June 27, 2024

Our nature cameras caught some nocturnal fun at the nature center.

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