All programs are the first Saturdayof the month from 10am - 12pm

Cost: $7 per person

"Burpee is so excited for this new partnership! Join us for our amazing Backpacking with Burpee classes and explore the wonders of fossil hunting, bird and plant identification, and even our unique art class that will show you how to see nature from a paleoartist's perspective! Our new fully stocked Burpee Backpacks are all packed up and ready for an adventure!

Seward Bluffs Forest Preserve

16999 Comly Road, Seward, IL 61077

Seward Bluffs Forest Preserve is one of FPWC’s most picturesque and most popular. It boasts woodland, stream and dolomite cliffs. It is home to many northern relic species as well as a good spring wildflower display. The 400 acres in the western portion is beautiful undulating restored prairie and oak-savanna. Because of its dramatic scenery and varied landscape, it is a favorite for hiking and horseback riding. Seward Bluffs is one of three preserves which offers a campground. The overlook on the eastern edge provides one of the most beautiful views in the county.

Seasonal Highlights at Seward Bluffs:

Summer delights abound. Explore beautiful Grove Creek and cool shade of old oaks and maples in the mature woods. The restored prairie is a sea of waving grasses and flowers with peak bloom in early July.

Seward Bluffs is famous for its display of colorful fall foliage. Don’t miss the show in October!

Much of the hiking trail system can be used for cross-country skiing in winter. All FPWC cross-country ski trails are ungroomed. The access road allows room for skiers to park their cars off the roadway in front of the locked gates.

Cancellation/refund policy:

Due to the cost of supplies and staffing, cancellation MUST be received 7 clear days ahead to receive a refund. A fee of 20% will be deducted from any refund after initial purchase.