Spring Birding
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join us for a guided walk to learn how to identify birds and appreciate their ecological significance. Binoculars available for […]
Join us for a guided walk to learn how to identify birds and appreciate their ecological significance. Binoculars available for […]
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Banding at Sagawau is beginning its 27th year. See birds up close while learning about this scientific study method.
Learn how to dress, act and live as a frog.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Join us as we seek out spring migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Join us for a guided walk to learn how to identify birds and appreciate their ecological significance. Binoculars available for […]
Learn why frogs communicate while walking along wetlands.
Join us in search of migrating birds. Bring binoculars; limited pairs to lend.
Celebrate migratory birds and watch bird banding demonstrations while learning how insects affect bird populations.
Learn the basics of bird watching. Ages 8 & up.
Get up close with live birds of prey.
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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