Fermilab Natural Areas
Kirk Rd. & Pine St., Batavia, IL 60510
Parks
Fermilab Natural Areas in Batavia, IL, span 6,800 acres of restored prairie, woodlands, and wetlands, offering trails, birdwatching, bison viewing, and year-round outdoor recreation-all within a nationally recognized research park.
An environmental science program operating exclusively within the boundaries of Fermilab. Their mission is to restore, manage, and conserve Fermilab's natural areas in support of their science mission, and to encourage Fermilab's neighbors to experience and enjoy Fermilab's natural beauty. Open and free to the public year-round. According to Peter Kasper, Accelerator Division scientist and lead bird monitor at Fermilab, birders have found 287 bird species at Fermilab.
What's happening nearby...
Batavia Farmers Market
Downtown Batavia • May 17 – Oct 25 @ 8AM
Shop the Batavia Farmers’ Market every Saturday, May 17–Oct 25, 8am–12pm on North River Street. Enjoy 50+ curated vendors with local produce, baked goods, plants, honey,…
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Second Fridays @ The Arts District
Water Street Studios • Jul 11 @ 6PM
Monthly event showcasing the Arts District in Batavia.
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Windmill City Festival
Batavia Downtown • Jul 11 – Jul 13 @ 5PM
Celebrate summer at Batavia’s Windmill City Festival, July 11-13! Enjoy live music, food trucks, a carnival, family activities, contests, and more along the Riverwalk. Free admission—fun…
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