Central Cook County
Events
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Nation of Nations
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, Trailside is hosting an exhibit celebrating tribal diversity of contemporary Indigenous Communities whose ancestral homelands are the Great […]
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Moderately paced, 1-mile fitness walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 55 & up.
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Nature Story Trail “Giving Thanks” by Chief Jake Swamp
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Walk a short trail while reading a story.
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Sacred Wanderings in Thatcher Woods
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Join Unity Temple of Oak Park as we practice connecting with nature. People with physical challenges are easily accommodated. For info, email [email protected].
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Day Hiking Leadership Training
Bemis Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60523 (near Oak Brook)For teachers/youth educators! This training gives you all the tools to take groups out into the preserves for the day.
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Children’s Storytime
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud, followed by an activity.
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America 250: Americana Folk Art
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Learn how to carve a linoleum block and learn about Americana folk art. Materials provided. Ages 12 & up.
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Forest Therapy Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy a mindful meditation and guided forest therapy walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteers.
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Restoration Workday
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Restore habitat and control invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up. Ages 15 & under w/ adult.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Moderately paced, 1-mile fitness walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 55 & up.
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Photography Walk
Bemis Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60558 (near Western Springs)Enjoy a guided walk to photograph and view seasonal nature. For all levels and camera types.
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Bird Painting Step-by-Step: Pileated Woodpecker
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305For both beginners and more experienced artists. Materials provided. Cost: $5/person. Ages 18 & up.
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“Bone” Appetit
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join us during feeding time to learn about Trailside’s ambassador animals.
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Cicada Pinning Class
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Presented with The Insect Asylum, students will be walking through the process of entomology. What it is, why it's important, and how it's done. This […]
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Annual Turkey Trot Hike
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Walk off that extra helping of turkey and stuffing on this post-holiday hike along scenic trails. All ages.
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Crisp Air, Calm Forest Walk
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy a guided trail walk. All ages
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to no stopping or interpretation. 1 […]
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Dawn Owl Prowl
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Listen for owls during the Christmas Bird Count. Led by John Elliot from Chicago Bird Alliance. Ages 10 & up.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to no stopping or interpretation. 1 […]
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Evening Owl Prowl
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Join a naturalist as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. 2 miles.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to no stopping or interpretation. 1 […]
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Evening Owl Hike
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join a naturalist as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. 3 miles.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to no stopping or interpretation. 1 […]
Free • Registration Required
