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Welcome to Great Lakes Territory.
04/16/2026
DON'T FORGET!! Tomorrow is day 2 of our youth programming at the Lozano branch of 📚
Explore how Mexican and Indigenous communities have long protected and honored water as a sacred resource, then create water-and sustainability-themed mini art installations at Lozano Public Library. Register on their website.
Harnessing the Wind: Art, Science & Environmental Leadership for Youth
Apr 17, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Lozano Branch, Chicago Public Library
04/15/2026
Hey Chicago! We have another library event in collaboration with CPL happening April 23rd! ⛵📚
Join Sail Her Dreams for an interactive, hands-on workshop exploring how people have used the stars for guidance for centuries. Register on the Chicago Public Library's website. https://chipublib.bibliocommons.co 🌃
04/14/2026
Don't forget!! We have more youth programming this week with Chicago Public Libraries at the Lozano Branch! ⛵🪴
Explore how Mexican and Indigenous communities have long protected and honored water as a sacred resource, then create water-and sustainability-themed mini art installations at Lozano Public Library. Register now on their website!!
We hope to see you there on Thursday and Friday! 🌎📚
Where Wings Meet Water - Our immersive art exhibit is free and coming to Montrose Harbor April 19th -30th! 🦋🌊
Founder Erica Trejo joined an episode of Making Waves this month and gives the inside scoop into this event! The full interview, hosted by Chicago Maritime Museum can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvHOLE05U-M&t=5s
Say yes to sailing this summer and experience the lake firsthand!! Visit our website and sign up to come join us on the water🌊🌊
04/08/2026
Join Sail Her Dreams on April 14th for a hands-on youth program exploring how microplastics impact birds along Lake Michigan. Register on the Chicago Public Library's website. https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/69b827fd67801235ed725e38
Our founder and leader, Erica Trejo, has been nominated for the Climate Action Museum, Climate Action Hero Award! ❤️
The awards will take place April 16th from 5-8pm. For more information and information for attendance, visit !!
04/07/2026
Join us in celebrating Earth Day by giving back to the place we all share! Help clean up our local harbor and park while connecting with neighbors, enjoying fresh air, and making a real impact on our environment.
All cleanup supplies will be provided—just bring comfortable clothes, closed-toe shoes, and a positive attitude. This is a family-friendly, free event, and volunteers of all ages are welcome.
April 22nd, 11am-1pm, 315 W. Montrose Harbor Drive ⛵
Together, we can protect our waterways, care for our parks, and show some love to our planet. Let's clean up, team up, and celebrate Earth Day! 🌎
04/07/2026
Discover the thrill of competitive sailing with our Racing Techniques course at Great Lakes Sailing. Better than a volleyball league, you will be fully immersed on a sailboat, working together as a team. This course is designed to jumpstart your sailing game, from understanding race strategy to mastering techniques like sail trim and crew coordination.
Sign up today and start your journey towards becoming a confident and skilled sailor.⛵
Visit our website for more information!
04/06/2026
Don't forget!! Tuesday and Wednesday this week we have an event running with CPL! 🪴📚
Learn how native plants support birds, pollinators, and soil health, then help create a native plant and pollinator garden. Register on the Chicago Public Library's website: https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/events/6953fd5bc967cb41207f15e0
POV: We are creating spaces where young people, especially girls, can see themselves as leaders, storytellers, and stewards of the water🌊⛵
With spring comes great opportunities to take care of our planet and clean our harbors! Great Lakes Sailing and Sail Her Dreams are hosting an Earth day harbor cleanup on April 22nd and we hope to see you there 🌎⛵
To watch this full interview with founder Erica Trejo, visit this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RvHOLE05U-M&t=5s
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