Bats Under a Dark Sky
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Wonder what species of bats live in our area? Using bat monitors, we will seek out these flying mammals while […]
Wonder what species of bats live in our area? Using bat monitors, we will seek out these flying mammals while […]
Presentation and walk to learn how to identify fireflies.
Discover why fireflies glow in the dark before setting out on a 1-mile adventure where we will catch and release […]
Enjoy an evening walk in the largest Urban Night Sky Place in the world.
Calling all amateur astronomers and night sky enthusiasts! Bring your telescope or use one of ours for an evening of […]
Come for a guided walk, observe the night sky, and learn about the constellations and astronomy.
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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Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.