Wild Roots Nature Center

Wild Roots Nature Center Our mission is to inspire conservation of nature through education and stewardship, cultivating connections between people and place.

Formerly Severson Dells Nature Center The Nature Center is located on the grounds of the Severson Dells Forest Preserve.

Thank you to everyone that braved the humidity and came out to Science Saturday: Art in Nature today! It was so fun watc...
09/05/2026

Thank you to everyone that braved the humidity and came out to Science Saturday: Art in Nature today! It was so fun watching everyone’s creativity bloom whether they were painting, stamping, journaling, or paper making!

Did you attend? Tell us what your favorite part was in the comments, or share pictures of your creations!

Be sure to join us next month for Science Saturday: Celebration of Indigenous People!

Join us TODAY for our September Science Saturday: Art in Nature! Drop in anytime between 10am and 2pm for a unique natur...
09/05/2026

Join us TODAY for our September Science Saturday: Art in Nature! Drop in anytime between 10am and 2pm for a unique nature-based arts experience. We can't wait to see you!

Wild Roots Nature Center at Prairie's Edge has some new neighbors! While this property is currently closed to the public...
09/04/2026

Wild Roots Nature Center at Prairie's Edge has some new neighbors! While this property is currently closed to the public, but that doesn't mean wildlife hasn't made this place home already.

Read more about Prairie's Edge and our efforts here: https://www.wildrootsnaturecenter.org/restoreprairiesedge

Don't forget to join us for our Nature on Tap lecture series, partnered with NIU STEAM! On September 8th, meet us at Luc...
09/03/2026

Don't forget to join us for our Nature on Tap lecture series, partnered with NIU STEAM! On September 8th, meet us at Lucha Cantina for an engaging conversation about rewilding efforts on and off campus in the 815.

Dr. Courtney Gallaher, Director of NIU Campus Sustainability, will showcase the transformation of the North 40 at NIU to natural prairie and discuss the impact the project has on the local community. Liz Wiener, Public Programs Coordinator at Wild Roots Nature Center, will discuss efforts made in Rockford through Wild Roots' purchase of the former Elliot Golf Course. Finally, leave with practical knowledge on how you can support rewilding in your own backyard.

Registration required: https://wildrootsnaturecenter.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/event-detail?event=9638

Hello September! Check out these awesome September events and visit WildRootsNatureCenter.org/Events to register!
09/01/2026

Hello September! Check out these awesome September events and visit WildRootsNatureCenter.org/Events to register!

Tuesday is the final day to purchase Golden Hour in the Grove tickets at early bird pricing! Head over to WildRootsNatur...
08/30/2026

Tuesday is the final day to purchase Golden Hour in the Grove tickets at early bird pricing! Head over to WildRootsNatureCenter.org/GoldenHour to get your tickets today.

Prices go up on September 2nd.

Join us on September 8th at Lucha Cantina for an exciting lecture! Learn all about what sustainability looks like on a c...
08/28/2026

Join us on September 8th at Lucha Cantina for an exciting lecture! Learn all about what sustainability looks like on a college campus, including rewilding efforts.

This Nature on Tap is in partnership with NIU STEAM and their STEAM Cafe program. Register today at WildRootsNatureCenter.org/Lectures

The average sea surface just hit an all time record high of 70°F, which is much higher that it’s typical average of a ...
08/27/2026

The average sea surface just hit an all time record high of 70°F, which is much higher that it’s typical average of a comfortable 60°F-68°F. This type of news should be sounding alarms everywhere.

Even though Illinois is an inland state, our weather is still deeply affected by the ocean. Severe storms, intense downpours, and increase in frequency of tornadoes are all effects of a warming ocean.

As the ocean continues to warm, we can expect to see more intense severe weather events and milder winters in the Midwest. Globally, we can expect to see catastrophic changes in ocean currents, weather patterns, and sea rise, which affect everyone, and everything, on the planet.

Our average sea level temperature rising is a blaring warning that our planet needs action, and needs action now.

To learn more, read our blog: www.WildRootsNatureCenter.org/blog/Sea-Surface-Temperature

Address

8786 Montague Road
Rockford, IL
61102

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18153352915

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