Health, Hope, and Heritage Spring Festival
Register now for the Health, Hope, and Heritage Spring Festival! Enjoy live performances, listen to guest speakers, shop from local vendors, and get on-site health care screenings. Don't miss this great opportunity to taste delicious cuisine, connect with the
Sunflowers with The Botanical Orchards
The Botanical Orchards will be at Mandala Gardens teaching all about sunflowers. We will learn about the complete life cycle of sunflowers and start our very own plants that you can take home or plant in our gardens.
50th Annual Great Cardboard Boat Regatta
The Great Cardboard Boat Regatta originated at Southern Illinois University Carbondale in 1974. This fun, family–friendly event continues to draw aspiring boat builders and spectators to Southern Illinois each spring to race cardboard creations (and watch them sink).
Little Grassy Lake Cleanup
8am-11am Meet at Little Grassy Campground Groups should register by calling the Visitor Center!
Wildflower Walk with Sam
9am-11am Meet at Rocky Bluff Trailhead Call Visitor Center to register!