We believe our entire community should have access to the high-quality presenters, exhibitors, and networking opportunities Wild Things has to offer, so we provide many scholarships, student rates, and very affordable general admission. Our sponsorship makes this possible.
THE MORTON ARBORETUM
Education for ecological restoration with The Morton Arboretum.
OPENLANDS
Openlands protects the open spaces of northeastern Illinois to enrich our lives.
THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
The Nature Conservancy conserves the lands and waters on which all life depends.
CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT
Urban Natural Areas – How YOU can help through our Community Stewardship Program.
FOREST PRESERVES OF COOK COUNTY
Protecting 70,000-acres of diverse habitats and significant, cultural history.
ILLINOIS CLEAN ENERGY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Helping nonprofits and local governments to protect wildlife habitat throughout Illinois.
NATURAL AWAKENINGS CHICAGO MAGAZINE
Natural Awakenings is Chicago’s premier healthy living and green lifestyle magazine.
PRAIRIE MOON NURSERY
Offering over 700 species of native plants for gardening and restoration.
SHEDD AQUARIUM
At Shedd, animals connect you to the living world, inspiring you to make a difference.
THE FIELD MUSEUM
The Field Museum’s Keller Science Action Center translates science into action.
THE MIKE NOWAK SHOW
The Mike Nowak Show is Chicago’s deep green gardening & environment radio program.
WBEZ 91.5 CHICAGO
We aim to extend on-air experience by producing & being part of Chicago events.
AUDUBON GREAT LAKES / NATIONAL AUDUBON SOCIETY AGL works regionally to protect & improve habitat critical for birds.
CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN
We cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life.
ILLINOIS AUDUBON SOCIETY
Founded in 1897, the Society is Illinois’ oldest nonprofit conservation organization.
REI CO-OP
At REI we inspire, educate & outfit for a lifetime of outdoor adventure & stewardship.