Periodical Cicadas: Special Exhibit

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

Periodical cicadas return to Northeastern Illinois. This special exhibit will help answer your buzzing questions about periodical cicadas.

Walk with Pride!

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

Join us this Pride Month for a self-guided interpretive walk to learn about LGBTQ2S+ people in conservation.

Nature Discovery Field Camp

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Children ages 10-11 will explore the outdoors through fishing, birdwatching, insect discovery, treasure hunts and hands-on animal encounters. Snacks included. […]

$50

Walk & Talk Hike

Teason’s Woods • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]

Archery

Cherry Hill Woods • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up.

Ophidiophobia

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Are you afraid of snakes? Overcome your phobia by gaining a healthy understanding of these misunderstood reptiles.

Event Series Yoga

Yoga

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Enjoy an all-levels yoga class indoors with a certified instructor, then stay for a self-guided walk after the program. Ages […]

Intro to Mountain Biking

Wolf Road Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

Learn and practice riding techniques, including body and pedal position, shifting, braking, climbing, descending, and navigating minor obstacles on the […]

Event Series I am a Scientist

I am a Scientist

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Ignite your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity as we explore, experiment, and make discoveries in the natural world. Ages […]

Event Series Fridays in the Field

Fridays in the Field

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

University of Illinois Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities. Jul 5 & Jul 12 […]