As part of the Forest Preserve District of Will County's The Preserves Are for You campaign and in celebration of Latino Conservation Week, the District is hosting a bilingual hike followed by a cleanup event. 

From 9 to 10 a.m., volunteer services supervisor Emily Kenny will lead participants on a hike while sharing information about the preserve, including the plants and animals that call Hadley Valley home. A translator will be in attendance for the hike. 

From 10 a.m. to noon, people can break into smaller groups to collect litter. Buckets, bags, grabbers, vests and gloves will be provided.

Participants can attend both the hike and cleanup or just stop by for one of the activities. Those who pitch in to clean up litter do not have to stay for the full two hours.

Registration is required by Saturday, July 23, for all individuals and groups. All participants must also sign an online waiver. A Spanish version also is available.

Those with a current waiver on file should contact Emily Kenny, volunteer services supervisor, at 815-722-7364 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to reserve their spot.

The event will occur on natural surfaces across uneven terrain. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should mention their request when registering, or submit a request online no later than 48 hours before the program.

Written by the Forest Preserve District of Will County for Patch.