Fall Color Walk (in Polish)
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Take a guided walk in the woods in celebration of Polish American Heritage Month.
Take a guided walk in the woods in celebration of Polish American Heritage Month.
Join a family-friendly evening with a cozy fire, s ’mores, a “spooky” story trail, star gazing, pumpkin painting and more. […]
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
For teachers/youth educators! DHLT gives you all the tools to take groups out into the preserves for the day.
Come join the Forest Preserves of Cook County at Go Ape for an unforgettable autumn experience complete with local vendors, […]
Make a simple musical instrument or bring your own and join the jam by playing or listening.
Join us at Trailside to discuss "The Soul of an Octopus" by Sy Montgomery. For adults,
Learn about the birds of prey ambassador animals as they enjoy their lunch!
Learn about the basics of knitting and simple techniques through a tutorial led by staff. Supplies provided. Ages 13 & […]
View a screening of “Monty and Rose,” the true story of a pair of endangered piping plovers who beat the […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Attend this session to learn the basics of archery. Ages 10 & up; equipment provided.
Walk off that extra helping of turkey and stuffing on this annual post-holiday hike.
Learn about the best bird foods, feeders and landscape elements to benefit our resident winter birds.
Explore Thatcher Woods while learning about the inspiring life of a local pioneering environmental educator. Ages 13 & up.
Chcesz się dowiedzieć co jedzą zwierzęta w Trailside i jak się nimi opiekujemy? Zapraszamy na program!
Kids and families are invited to search for various natural items on a short-looped trail. Find all the treasure and […]
Join us at Thatcher Pavilion for a screening of “The Magic Stump” – the story of an Illinois tree stump […]
Make a festive birdseed wreath to help our feathered friends this winter! Materials provided. Ages 13 & up.
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster-paced with little to no […]
Walk a short trail and read the posted story, then pick up a craft and activity bag.
Borrow a pair of our snowshoes, help with litter pickup, warm up by a fire and play in the snow!
Bring the family on a guided hike to discover where our local animals will spend the winter.
Listen for owls as part of the annual Christmas Bird Count with John Elliott from the Chicago Bird Alliance. Ages […]
School is out! Join us for fun and adventure during winter break. Snowshoeing hikes, tracking, shelter building and other winter […]
Bring the family on a walk to see what is happening above, within, and beneath the snow.
This winter season, we will be hosting 'Gathering Nature: Glass Mosaics and Assemblages,' a mother/daughter art show by artists Judy […]
Fulfill your resolution of being more active by taking a brisk guided walk on our trails at Trailside. Ages 18 […]
For curious minds who want to know more about the Forest Preserves, these hikes will be led at a slower […]
Enjoy a winter afternoon on a self-guided scavenger hunt. Afterward, enjoy refreshments around the campfire.
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.