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SUMMARY:Sacred Wanderings in Thatcher Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join Unity Temple of Oak Park as we practice connecting with nature. People with physical challenges are easily accommodated. For info\, email mindful@unitytemple.org.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sacred-wanderings-in-thatcher-woods-3/
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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SUMMARY:Day Hiking Leadership Training
DESCRIPTION:For teachers/youth educators! This training gives you all the tools to take groups out into the preserves for the day.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/day-hiking-leadership-training/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Camping,Central Cook County,Education
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. Led by John Elliot from Chicago Bird Alliance.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-7/
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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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-14/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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SUMMARY:America 250: Americana Folk Art
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to carve a linoleum block and learn about Americana folk art. Materials provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/america-250-americana-folk-art/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Youth
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SUMMARY:Forest Therapy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a mindful meditation and guided forest therapy walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteers.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/forest-therapy-walk-12/
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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SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Restore habitat and control invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up. Ages 15 & under w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-8/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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SUMMARY:Senior Fitness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Moderately paced\, 1-mile fitness walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 55 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/senior-fitness-walk-6/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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SUMMARY:Photography Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a guided walk to photograph and view seasonal nature. For all levels and camera types.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/photography-walk/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Photography
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SUMMARY:Bird Painting Step-by-Step: Pileated Woodpecker
DESCRIPTION:For both beginners and more experienced artists. Materials provided. Cost: $5/person. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-painting-step-by-step-pileated-woodpecker/
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:20261121T150000
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SUMMARY:“Bone” Appetit
DESCRIPTION:Join us during feeding time to learn about Trailside’s ambassador animals.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bone-appetit-3/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Central Cook County,Education
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SUMMARY:Cicada Pinning Class
DESCRIPTION:Presented 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 class will teach students the process of preparing their real specimens for display. Cost: $5. Space is limited. Registration required by 11/27. Ages 14 & up
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/cicada-pinning-class-3/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Youth
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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-2/
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:20261129T100000
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SUMMARY:Crisp Air\, Calm Forest Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a guided trail walk. All ages
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/crisp-air-calm-forest-walk/
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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