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SUMMARY:Natural Garland Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Create your own natural garland around a campfire. Supplies provided. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/natural-garland-workshop/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Campfire,Central Cook County,Education,Sustainability
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SUMMARY:Dawn Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Listen for owls as part of the annual Christmas Bird Count. Led by Chicago Bird Alliance. Ages 10 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/dawn-owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T133000
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CREATED:20251114T145833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T202213Z
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SUMMARY:Winter is Coming Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk as we discuss the changes happening in nature as winter closes in. Family program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/winter-is-coming-walk-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251212
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260113
DTSTAMP:20251218T163906Z
CREATED:20251114T145539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T163906Z
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SUMMARY:Story Trail – “The Snowy Day”
DESCRIPTION:Welcoming visitors daily (excl. 12/25 & 1/1)\, come take a stroll and read a children’s story posted along the trail. Afterward\, pick up a craft and activity bag to take home for your own adventures.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/story-trail-the-snowy-day/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T190000
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CREATED:20251114T145348Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Book Club: “Wild New World” by Dan Flores
DESCRIPTION:Discuss this award-winning book. Presented with the Forest Park Public Library. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-book-club-wild-new-world-by-dan-flores/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Children’s Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us inside the pavilion and listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-5/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Storytelling,Youth
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SUMMARY:Hibernation Day
DESCRIPTION:Learn about how animals survive winter through activities and den building. Drop in. Grove 7.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hibernation-day/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T130000
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CREATED:20251114T145154Z
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SUMMARY:DIY Holiday Birdseed Wreath
DESCRIPTION:Help feed our feathered friends this holiday season with a cute\, simple birdseed wreath. Materials provided. Ages 10 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/diy-holiday-birdseed-wreath/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Gardening,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T083000
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SUMMARY:Sacred Wanderings
DESCRIPTION:Connect with nature and surround yourself with the energy of the natural world. Led by Unity Temple of Oak Park. For information\, contact mindful@unitytemple.org.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sacred-wanderings/2025-12-06/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260110
DTSTAMP:20260110T231850Z
CREATED:20251114T121725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T231850Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Preserves Staff Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Open daily (excl. Fridays\, 12/25 & 1/1)\, Trailside’s art show celebrates the creative talents of our very own Forest Preserves staff.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/forest-preserves-staff-art-show/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T090000
DTSTAMP:20260512T202227Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T202227Z
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SUMMARY:Senior Fitness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join other seniors for a gentle\, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen\, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/senior-fitness/2025-12-03/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T120000
DTSTAMP:20251115T224129Z
CREATED:20251114T142751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T224129Z
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SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help restore natural habitat and hone your plant identification skills. Supplies & refreshments provided. Ages 13 & up. Age 13-17 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-26/
LOCATION:Evans Field
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251129T110000
DTSTAMP:20250815T025057Z
CREATED:20250815T025057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T025057Z
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SUMMARY:Feed the Birds
DESCRIPTION:Build a bird feeder and learn about the best food and landscape elements for winter birds. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/feed-the-birds/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Birding,Central Cook County,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T133000
DTSTAMP:20250815T024834Z
CREATED:20250815T024834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T024834Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Turkey Trot Hike
DESCRIPTION:Walk off that extra helping of turkey and stuffing on this post-holiday hike along scenic trails. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/annual-turkey-trot-hike/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251120T150000
DTSTAMP:20250814T203230Z
CREATED:20250814T203230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T203230Z
UID:10011130-1763643600-1763650800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help restore our natural habitat and hone your plant ID skills. Supplies and refreshments provided. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-12/
LOCATION:Evans Field
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T103000
DTSTAMP:20250815T024551Z
CREATED:20250815T024551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T024551Z
UID:10011166-1763202600-1763202600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:No Compass? No Problem!
DESCRIPTION:Learn about and practice different way-finding techniques without using a compass\, so you can always find your way! Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/no-compass-no-problem/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T080000
DTSTAMP:20250815T135819Z
CREATED:20250808T150446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T135819Z
UID:10010939-1763193600-1763193600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about fall bird migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-16/2025-11-15/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T133000
DTSTAMP:20250815T024330Z
CREATED:20250815T024330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T024330Z
UID:10011165-1762695000-1762695000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nature Drawing Practice
DESCRIPTION:Learn common techniques to improve your drawing skills and train your artistic eye using nature references. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-drawing-practice/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T110000
DTSTAMP:20251115T233347Z
CREATED:20250814T203028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T233347Z
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SUMMARY:Conservation@Home: Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring some seeds and/or take some seeds home at this free swap. Experts will be available for advice.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/conservationhome-seed-swap-2/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Conservation@Home,Education,Gardening
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251202
DTSTAMP:20250815T133829Z
CREATED:20250814T211255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T133829Z
UID:10011154-1762473600-1764633599@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nature Story Trail “Giving Thanks” by Chief Jake Swamp
DESCRIPTION:Walk a short trail while reading the posted story. Afterwards\, stop in to pick up a take-home craft and activities.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-story-trail-giving-thanks-by-chief-jake-swamp/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T150000
DTSTAMP:20250814T202313Z
CREATED:20250814T202217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T202313Z
UID:10011128-1762434000-1762441200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Eco-Print Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Create an eco-print with fall leaves and make your own plant press around an outdoor fire.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/eco-print-workshop/
LOCATION:Evans Field
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Campfire,Central Cook County
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T093000
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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book\, followed by an activity. (Story provided orally & in ASL.)
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-4/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Central Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T150000
DTSTAMP:20250815T024121Z
CREATED:20250815T024121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T024121Z
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SUMMARY:Makin’ Music Bluegrass Jam
DESCRIPTION:Create a musical instrument or bring your own and join the jam! All are welcome to play or listen.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/makin-music-bluegrass-jam-6/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20251115T212509Z
CREATED:20251115T212509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T212509Z
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SUMMARY:Nation of Nations
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a display of flags and information to honor Native Communities and learn about their ongoing contributions and challenges. Posters displayed in Trailside Museum’s classroom\, and the Flags along Thatcher Ave.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nation-of-nations/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T193000
DTSTAMP:20251030T000747Z
CREATED:20250814T201803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T000747Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Ceramics
DESCRIPTION:Create a leaf impression bowl out of clay and learn why leaves change colors. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-ceramics/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T133000
DTSTAMP:20250815T132355Z
CREATED:20250815T023850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T132355Z
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SUMMARY:Costumed Scavenger Hunt Hike
DESCRIPTION:Wear your costume on this dress-up hike. We’ll walk through our autumn woods while finding hidden (nut-free) treats.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/costumed-scavenger-hunt-hike/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Halloween,Nature Play
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T130000
DTSTAMP:20251001T194709Z
CREATED:20251001T194709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T194709Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Therapy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a peaceful\, meditative walk in the woods with a trained Forest Bathing guide – relaxing for both body and soul!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/forest-therapy-walk/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T170000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232634Z
CREATED:20250814T201533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232634Z
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SUMMARY:Spooky Stories & S ’mores
DESCRIPTION:Trick-or-treat through different Halloween-themed activity stations. Paint a pumpkin\, make s’mores\, and listen to Indigenous spooky children’s stories. Costumes encouraged!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spooky-stories-s-mores/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Campfire,Central Cook County,Halloween,History & Culture,Storytelling,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T130000
DTSTAMP:20251115T233347Z
CREATED:20250815T023715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T233347Z
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SUMMARY:Seed Collecting at Wolf Road Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a prairie seed collecting workday. Ages 12 & up. Children 12-17 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/seed-collecting-at-wolf-road-prairie/
LOCATION:Wolf Road Prairie\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Gardening,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T080000
DTSTAMP:20250815T135819Z
CREATED:20250808T150446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T135819Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about fall bird migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-16/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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