Events
Waterfowl Watch
Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road, Barrington HillsGet to know the ducks and geese on Crabtree Lake.
Forest Therapy
Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South HollandImmerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. Ages 16 & up. Register: thatforestfeeling.com/register
Fall Nature Wellness Walk
Lansing WoodsImmerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will […]
Galls: Insect Home-builders
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center 12545 W 111th St, LemontFor gall-building insects, home is where you make it. Join us for a survey of these cryptic insects.
Wellness Walks in Thatcher Woods
Thatcher Woods Pavilion ILEnjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk in Thatcher Woods, led by Roberta Jannsen, Univ. of IL Extension volunteer, […]
Live Healthy, Discover Nature! Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South HollandVenture out on our scenic trails for a 3- to 4-mile guided walk.
What’s On The Menu?
River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave, NorthbrookJoin us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Stars, Stories, & S’mores
LaBagh Woods ILAt this annual event celebrate an evening in the Preserves and listen to storytelling, take a night hike, make a […]
Owl-o-ween Prowl
Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave, South HollandJoin us for a not-so-spooky night! Learn about and search for these amazing predators of the night. Candy provided; costumes […]
Event Locations
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.
Event Categories
- All Events
- Adaptive
- Animal Encounter
- Archery
- Arts & Crafts
- Astronomy
- Bicycling
- Birding
- Camping
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Education
- Film
- Fishing
- Fitness
- Food & Beverage
- Nature Play
- Gardening
- Hiking & Walking
- History & Culture
- Music
- Paddling
- Photography
- Senior
- Storytelling
- Volunteer
- Wellness in the Woods
- Yoga
Events Guide
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.
Events Guide (PDF)Nature Express Bus
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The 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.