Merchandise

In time for Holiday Giving: HIWP Merchandise…

In time for Holiday giving, the Homewood Izaak Walton Preserve now offers merchandise with both the classic and new logo. Clothing includes winter hats, caps, tees (short and long sleeved) and sweatshirts. Other items are cards, mugs and, of course, honey made by bees here in the preserve. Items, ranging in price from $1 to $20 are displayed in the cabin (Senior Building at the end of the Ridge Road entrance).

Items may be purchased Saturdays during cabin hours (9:00 to noon) and by appointment which can be arranged through e-mail at info@homewoodizaakwalton.com.

…About the Logos

Have you noticed the newsletter features a new logo? The new logo is based on the Classic Logo as depicted in about 1982 by Grant Sailor, a commercial artist and father of board member, John Sailor. Sailor’s illustration of a belted kingfisher with a fish in its bill and perched on a branch beautifully represents the preserve’s wildlife and its motto, “service in conservation.” To develop the new logo, board members worked with Kate Purvis, the graphic designer who drew the preserve map.

The belted kingfisher is a somewhat common and unmistakable Illinois native bird often seen at the preserve. Its large head, white and slaty blue color and loud clattering call are hallmarks. Unlike most other birds, the female is more colorful with a rust colored breastband. To see them hunt is a thrill. Unlike raptors which catch prey in their talons, kingfishers hover above the water looking for small fish and then plunge in headfirst catching the fish with its bill-an unforgettable display.

So, why develop a new logo? The original logo’s intricate detail sometimes made digitizing and reproduction difficult. The new logo is graphic and more amenable to electronic formats allowing for multiple applications from embroidery to banners.