Programs

The Illinois Conservation Foundation promotes and hosts conservation, environmental and outdoor education activities to cultivate critical thinking skills, hands-on learning and appreciation for our natural resources. 

To learn more about our wide range of programming or to partner with us, please contact us.

Illinois Conservation Foundation Programs

Becoming an Outdoorswoman (BOW) Becoming an Outdoorswoman (BOW)

Becoming an Outdoorswoman (BOW)

BOW provides introductory experiences and instruction in various outdoor activities geared toward women.

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Disabled Outdoors Opportunities Disabled Outdoors Opportunities

Disabled Outdoors Opportunities

This program aims to provide greater access and programming for individuals with disabilities.

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Making the Outdoors Accessible to All Making the Outdoors Accessible to All

Making the Outdoors Accessible to All

At the Illinois Conservation Foundation, we're passionate about ensuring that everyone can experience the beauty of the outdoors. In collaboration with the Jared Burke Foundation, we're launching an exciting...
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Safety Education Safety Education

Safety Education

Free classes taught by state-certified volunteer instructors are held throughout the year on boating, hunting, trapping and snowmobiling. The programs are designed for youth ages 12-18, but all ages are encouraged to...
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Torstenson Youth Conservation Education Center Torstenson Youth Conservation Education Center

Torstenson Youth Conservation Education Center

The Torstenson Youth Conservation Education Center gives Illinois youth the chance to unplug and learn the values of nature through exploration, self-discovery and development of new skills.
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Wingshooting Wingshooting

Wingshooting

Wingshooting clinics are held around the state every year, from spring through early fall. We offer clinics for youth and adult beginners who are interested in learning to shoot, as well as “hunter level”...
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