Ecological Restoration Weekend
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center 12545 W 111th St, LemontEnjoy the fresh air and put your muscles to work by helping to restore habitat. Equipment provided.
Enjoy the fresh air and put your muscles to work by helping to restore habitat. Equipment provided.
Learn how to identify, count, and report bird species findings to help scientists interpret how birds are adapting to environmental […]
Discover hidden pumpkins on a fun scavenger hunt. Take home your own pumpkin after finding them all. While supplies last. […]
Join us for a fun day packed with interactive outdoor learning experiences led by refugee youth leaders from Refugee Education […]
For teachers/youth educators! DHLT gives you all the tools to take groups out into the preserves for the day.
Make music with the community and listen to local talent.
Learn the basics of finding your way with maps and baseplate compasses. Ages 8 & up.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Join us during feeding time to learn about Trailside’s outdoor animal ambassadors.
Annual scary storytelling around the campfire and spooky night walk. Register by 10/23. Ages 8 & up.
Nearly all Forest Preserves events are free; some require registration and/or a low fee. Residents may qualify for free admission opportunities at our partners: Brookfield Zoo Chicago and the Chicago Botanic Garden.
Printed copies of our quarterly Events Guide are available at our Nature Centers and General Headquarters. They may also be available at your local city hall or library. Know a location that should have our Events Guide? Contact us.
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Sign UpThe Forest Preserves is committed to providing equal, integrated participation for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Nature Center hosting your event or program 72 hours in advance to request reasonable accommodations or inquire about site accessibility.
Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.