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  • Two moths perching on a blade of grass.

    Moth Picnic

    Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

    Join us for a nighttime moth attraction hike and see which moths appear on our white sheet under black light.

    Free • Registration Required
  • A person paddling in the water using an adaptive kayak.

    Adaptive Kayaking – Provider Training

    Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480

    A hands-on, skills-based session that equips local providers with the tools, techniques, and confidence to safely deliver inclusive paddling experiences for individuals with physical disabilities.

    Free
  • Wellness in the Woods logo

    Nature Wellness Walk

    Linne Woods • Morton Grove, IL 60053

    Practice mindfulness and meditation during this leisure walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension. Ages 18 & up. Grove 2.

    Free • Registration Required
  • A person paddling in the water using an adaptive kayak.

    Adaptive Kayaking – Experience and Skill Development

    Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480

    Participants experience a safe, supportive introduction to adaptive kayaking, using specialized equipment and guided instruction to build confidence, independence, and connection on the water.

    Free
  • Two people birding with binoculars in hand.

    Bird Walk

    Bird Walk
    Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305

    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 […]

    Free
  • A person paddling in the water using an adaptive kayak.

    Adaptive Kayaking – Experience and Skill Development

    Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480

    Participants experience a safe, supportive introduction to adaptive kayaking, using specialized equipment and guided instruction to build confidence, independence, and connection on the water.

    Free
  • A group of people prepping for a paddle.

    Intro to Paddling

    Wampum Lake • Cook County, IL 60476 (near Thornton)

    Join Friends of the Chicago River for a fun day of introductory paddling.

    Free • Registration Closed
  • A family painting a pumpkin and crafting at a picnic table.

    Fall Nature Fest

    Featured
    LaBagh Woods • Chicago, IL 60630

    Engage with local environmental groups and businesses while enjoying food, games, Jesse White Tumblers, and animal ambassadors. Groves 1–4.

    Free
  • A person taking a photograph with a large camera lens outdoors.

    Hummingbird Photography Workshop

    Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

    Join nature photographer, Jim Vincent to learn how and when to take amazing pictures of hummingbirds using your camera and cell phone. The indoor presentation […]

    Free • Registration Required
  • three people in a canoe at Beaubien Woods

    Paddle at Beaubien Woods

    Beaubien Woods Boat Launch • Chicago, IL 60827

    Paddle along the Little Calumet River. All ages. First come, first served.

    Free
  • A group of people standing near a body of water during sunrise along a forested trail.

    Sunrise Hike

    Sunrise Hike
    Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

    Step into the quiet stillness of early morning and join us for a before-hours hike to witness the beauty of a new day. Gates and […]

    Free
  • A close-up of the bird banding process.

    Bird Banding

    Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

    Observe bird banding and talk with banders. Drop-in.

    Free
  • a Conservation at Home evaluator in a home garden.

    Herbal Tea Party

    River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062

    It's teatime! Learn about native plants you can grow in the garden then sample different infused teas made from them.

    Free
  • people looking at animal exhibits

    Hoarders!

    Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

    Learn how local animals are scurrying about and stocking up in preparation for winter.

    Free
  • Participants from Misericordia - Heart of Mercy engage in an informative and interactive session that showcases a variety of animals native to Cook County.

    Wildlife Connections

    Wildlife Connections
    River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062

    Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy. All ages.

    Free
  • view of Maple Lake at night with stars in the sky and reflecting on the water

    Adult Night Hike

    Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

    BYOB (no glass) and enjoy the night sky before taking part in a guided hike. Ages 21 & up. 1.5 miles.

    Free
  • A group of people hiking in a forest with a backdrop of fall colors.

    Walk & Talk: Oak Forest Heritage Preserve

    Walk & Talk
    Oak Forest Heritage Preserve-East • Oak Forest, IL 60452

    Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]

    Free
  • Wellness in the Woods logo

    Nature Arts for Health

    Weekly Wellness Programming
    Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646

    Experience nature, art and wellness in this fun, interactive class using rocks to create art. Led by University of Illinois Extension.

    Free • Registration Required
  • A group of people participating in an event outdoors on a trail.

    Fridays in the Field

    Fridays in the Field at Little Red
    Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

    University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the buildings are closed.

    Free