Woodcock Watch
Country Lane Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Join us as we listen and watch the magical courtship display of the male woodcock.
Join us as we listen and watch the magical courtship display of the male woodcock.
Watch our stewardship of cavity-nesting birds, then observe tree swallows compete for their homes.
Join us as we seek out spring migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Observe bird feeder activity as we make origami animals such as bunnies, insects and birds, including your own favorite animal!
Join us as we seek out spring migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Start with a DIY binoculars craft then try it out while on a guided bird walk.
Join us as we seek out spring migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Step up your birding game by learning how to identify the complexities of birds.
Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds.
Join us as we seek out spring migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Take the skills you learned in the virtual sessions into the Preserves. Bring a chair, as we will be staying […]
Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds.
Enjoy a shared love of reading and birds as we discuss this book by Priyanka Kumar.
Banding at Sagawau is beginning its 27th year. See birds up close while learning about this scientific study method.
Enjoy interactive programs, kids’ tree climb, guided wildflower walks, bird banding, kid’s nature crafts, gardening info and much more!
Join us as we seek out spring migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Join us for activities dedicated to our feathered neighbors! Bird Walk: 8 am Little Sit: 10 am Bird Feeder Craft: […]
Celebrate migrating birds on guided bird walks. All birding levels welcomed; binoculars available to lend.
Celebrate migratory birds and watch bird banding demonstrations while learning how insects affect bird populations.
Drop-in for a bird watch from a fixed location.
Learn the basics of bird watching. Ages 8 & up.
Get up close with live birds of prey.
Join us as we seek out spring migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Join Chicago Bird Alliance for a bird walk at the height of spring migration with an expert birder and conservationist! […]
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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