Central Cook County
Events
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
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Winter Solstice Day
FeaturedThatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Celebrate the winter solstice by participating in fun activities, both inside and out, including an outdoor bonfire. Drop in. Schedule: Paper Snowflake Making Workshop: 10 […]
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Restoration Workday
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Help us remove invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12-17 w/ adult.
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Restoration Day and Solstice Bonfire
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Help us remove invasive species, followed by a brush-pile bonfire and snacks. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12-17 w/ adult.
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Animal Tracking Mystery
Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West • Cook County, IL 60526 (near La Grange Park)Learn the basics of animal tracking, then use your detective skills to solve a forest mystery.
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Fun with Fossils!
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Learn all about fossils, make your own "fossil" and peruse some of our best fossils. Ages 4 & up. Drop in.
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“Bone” Appetit
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join us at feeding time as we give our outdoor Ambassador Animals their dinner.
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Winter Secrets Hike
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Discover the secrets beneath the snow and ice during a walk! Family program.
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New Year’s Resolution Walk
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Fulfill your resolution of being more active by taking a brisk guided walk on our trails. Ages 18 & up.
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Sacred Wanderings
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Connect with nature and surround yourself with the energy of the natural world. Led by Unity Temple of Oak Park. For information, contact [email protected].
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Family Winter Scavenger Hunt and Campfire
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy a self-guided scavenger hunt for signs of animals and plant life. Followed by snacks and relaxing around a campfire.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
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ASL Children’s Storytime
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud and signed, followed by an activity. Program held indoors.
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Walk & Talk: Evening Owl Prowl
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Bird Walk: Birds & Bagels
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Observe bird feeder action while noshing on bagels. John Elliott from Chicago Bird Alliance will lead a guided walk.
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Winter Waterland
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Learn about the water cycle and freshwater ecology through water quality testing and activities. Drop in.
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Forest Meditation Walk (ADA Accessible)
Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West • Cook County, IL 60526 (near La Grange Park)A slower paced, wheelchair-friendly stroll with stops along the way to clear our minds and focus on our senses. 1.5 miles.
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Bird Painting Workshop Step-by-Step: Red-breasted Nuthatch
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Sketch and paint a 9”x12” canvas using acrylic paints. All materials provided. Cost: $5/person. Ages 13 & up.
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MLK Day of Stewardship
Evans Field • River Grove, IL 60171Give back this MLK day. Join us for a litter clean up and restoration workday by stewarding your preserve.
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Restoration Workday
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Help us remove invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12-17 w/ adult.
Free • Registration Required -
Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
Free • Registration Required -
DIY Weather Station
Bemis Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60558 (near Western Springs)Learn the importance of weather and climate data, and how to set up a weather station. Ages 18 & up. Grove 7.
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All About Fire
FeaturedThatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Learn safe practices for fire building and containment, make fire inspired art, build your own fire and roast marshmallows. Drop in.
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“Bone” Appetit
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join us at feeding time as we give our outdoor Ambassador Animals their dinner.
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