MAPS Summer Picnic: Field Day and Composition Workshop
Sat, Aug 15, 2026 - 11:00 am-3:00 pm
Blackwell Forest Preserve – East Shelter
All MAPS members are invited to this year’s Member Picnic, including a workshop on “Composition and Creativity in the Field” The workshop gets underway at 9AM, prior to the picnic. Click here for workshop details and to register.
Right after the workshop concludes, it’s time to fire up the grill! MAPS will provide hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, and drinks. Attendees are more than welcome to bring a favorite side dish or dessert to share with the group. We’ll also have games and prizes, so get ready for a fantastic afternoon of socializing.
Picnic Registration: To help us get an accurate food count, please sign up for the picnic below and let us know if you plan to bring a dish to share.
Separate registration in required for the workshop here.
Address/Navigation: Warrenville, IL (Entrance located on the north side of Butterfield Road, 1/4 mile west of Winfield Road).
Look for the official park sign marked “EAST SHELTER” near the trail entry and parking area to ensure you find the correct covered shelter structure.
We look forward to seeing everyone out in the field for a wonderful day of photography, food, and fun!
BE SURE TO REGISTER FOR BOTH EVENTS IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND BOTH!