Animal Encounter
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us for an up-close look at one of our ambassador animals.
Join us for an up-close look at one of our ambassador animals.
Parasitoids inspired one of horror’s greatest icons, the xenomorph from the “Alien” franchise. Learn how the ecology of these insects […]
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Wonder what species of bats live in our area? Using bat monitors, we will seek out these flying mammals while […]
Children ages 8-9 will immerse themselves in nature through hiking, field experiments and hands-on wildlife discovery. Snacks provided. Registration opens […]
Stop by the visitor center to learn about animals from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of Mercy.
Learn about nature through music, stories, and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Jun 9: Cicadas! Jun 12: Cicadas! Jul 10: Snakes! […]
Presentation and walk to learn how to identify fireflies.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Learn about nature through music, stories, and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Jun 9: Cicadas! Jun 12: Cicadas! Jul 10: Snakes! […]
Learn about the amazing diversity of insects as we catch and release them.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Discover why fireflies glow in the dark before setting out on a 1-mile adventure where we will catch and release […]
Stop by the visitor center to learn about animals from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of Mercy.
Take a Pond Dip: Water Animal Discovery Connect to nature through fun inquiry-based activities. Different theme/activities each month. Drop in.
Join us for this all-things-insect event! Go on a bug hunt, experience an insect petting zoo, explore bugs through yoga […]
Some of our local wildlife begin their day just as the sun begins to set. Learn about these animals and […]
Learn about these mysterious nocturnal creatures.
Celebrate National Moth Week. Join us as we head down to Sagawau’s magic porch to see the diversity of moths […]
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Discover the secretive underground lives of our noisiest insects.
Learn more about our flighted ambassador animals and discover their unique adaptations.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Children ages 5-6 will enjoy three fun-filled days creating art inspired by the wonders of nature. Hike through the woods, […]
Stop by the visitor center to learn about animals from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of Mercy.
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.
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Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.