Join Brushwood Center's At Ease initiative in a special program at the Midewin Tallgrass Prairie to enjoy two hours of photographing the birds, wildlife, and prairie with U.S. Veteran photographers. Increase your skills while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow Veterans!

Program will start approximately 5pm and end at 7pm.

Please note that this event is for Veterans, current service members and their families only.

Program Location: River Road Seed Bed Trail at Midewin, Elwood, IL 60042

Please meet at the parking lot of the Iron Bridge Trail. Reach out to Jessica Klinge, 872.806.9961 if you are unable to find the location.

Activity Expectation: Walking, possible uneven trails

Sensory Expectations: Please add Prairie and forest landscape. Wear comfortable shoes.

Available Accommodations: No language interpretation available. Contact Jessica Klinge, if you have mobility concerns. We have walking sticks available.

Snacks will be provided in the evening. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions and bring water with you.

Brushwood Center at Ryerson Woods is committed to enabling the participation and enjoyment of our programming and events for all visitors. At Brushwood Center, you will have open access to accessible parking and entrance to the house, a gender neutral bathroom, and changing tables.
If you require certain accommodations in order to observe or attend our events, or have questions regarding accessibility of our facilities, please contact our Director of Public Programs and Music, Parker Nelson, at pnelson@brushwoodcenter.org or at (224) 633-2424 ext. 1.
Programming and events at Brushwood Center is available to everyone, including but not limited to age, disability, gender, marital status, national origin, race, religion, and sexual orientation.