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SUMMARY:Monarchs & Milkweed
DESCRIPTION:Learn about monarch habitat\, conservation efforts and milkweed during a guided walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/monarchs-milkweed/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T140000
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SUMMARY:Monarchs & Milkweed
DESCRIPTION:Learn about monarch habitat\, conservation efforts and milkweed during a guided walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/monarchs-milkweed-2/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T180000
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UID:10013386-1790272800-1790272800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Be a Better Birder: Understanding Migration
DESCRIPTION:Many bird species stop-over in Cook County during migration. Learn about why and how birds make this journey.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/be-a-better-birder-understanding-migration/
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Becker":MAILTO:Jessica.becker@cookcountyil.gov
LOCATION:https://tinyurl.com/9-24-babb
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T183000
DTSTAMP:20260813T215440Z
CREATED:20260813T215440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T215440Z
UID:10013790-1790274600-1790274600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Harvest Moon Evening Walk
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the September harvest moon with a peaceful walk through the woods as twilight descends. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/harvest-moon-evening-walk/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T180000
DTSTAMP:20260811T150647Z
CREATED:20260811T150647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T150647Z
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to owls followed by a relaxing walk to search for owls.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260825T143905Z
CREATED:20260807T190316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T143905Z
UID:10013516-1790361000-1790370000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Moon Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season under the glow of the full moon with guided forest‑therapy walks\, moon‑viewing and sharing of traditional mooncakes during this Asian cultural festival. \nWalks will be guided by a certified Forest Therapy Guide\, Navraaz Batsati\, who is also a Yogi and certified in Horticultural Therapy. Navraaz provides high-quality wellness and therapeutic opportunities and instruction.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/moon-festival/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T143000
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CREATED:20260728T144447Z
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SUMMARY:Party for the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Public Lands Day at our annual Party for the Preserves. Arrive in the morning and make a toy boat with natural materials and join a ‘regatta’ down the river. Stay until the afternoon to make a “seed bomb” to launch wildflowers into your own yard. All ages. \nZombie Hunting!  \nBecome a citizen scientist and learn about the spooky zombie insects of Illinois! Neuroparasitologist Dr. William C. Beckerson of Lake Forest College leads a local expedition to search for “zombie beetles” at River Trail Nature Center. As part of the team\, you can help document and collect zombie insects for real genetics research!  \nMore information can be found here: https://www.zombeetles.com/citizen-science  \nAudience: ages 8 to Adult  \n\n10:30 am–11:30 am: Stick Boat Regatta\n11:30 am–1:30 pm: Zombie Hunting! with Dr. William C. Beckerson\n1–2 pm: Make a Seed Bomb
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/party-for-the-preserves-3/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Gardening,History & Culture,Nature Play,North Cook County,Senior,Sustainability,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T181035Z
CREATED:20260728T144126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T181035Z
UID:10013366-1790418600-1790434800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Party for the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the places that bring us together with a day of outdoor fun for all ages. Enjoy a bilingual prairie walk\, family activities\, hands-on seed collecting and opportunities to care for the Forest Preserves while exploring one of Cook County’s most beautiful natural areas. All ages. \n\n10:30 am: Spanish/English bilingual Prairie Walk event begins\n11 am–3 pm: Family-friendly activities\n1:30 pm: Seed collecting
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/party-for-the-preserves-2/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Senior,Sustainability,Volunteer,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T140000
DTSTAMP:20260901T220734Z
CREATED:20260728T144859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T220734Z
UID:10013368-1790420400-1790431200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Salsa Dance: Party for the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Dance into National Public Lands Day and Hispanic Heritage Month with an afternoon of live music\, salsa dancing and festive outdoor fun. Bring your family and friends to celebrate culture\, community and nature at this free bilingual event.   \n\n11:30 am–12:30 pm: DJ & Salsa dance lessons\n12:45–2 pm: Latin Swing Factor live & dancing
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/salsa-dance-party-for-the-preserves-2/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Senior,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Thatcher Woods Pavilion Chicago Ave west of Thatcher Ave River Forest IL 60305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave:geo:-87.83089023,41.89585788
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260914T193835Z
CREATED:20260812T192243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T193835Z
UID:10013678-1790420400-1790442000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Every Child Matters Powwow
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Native American culture. Enjoy traditional Powwow\, native food\, and listen to stories. Register: call 773-883-9100. Grove 1.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/every-child-matters-powwow/
LOCATION:Bunker Hill\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,North Cook County,Senior,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/powwow-busse-woods-native-group-jun16.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:42.00551288;-87.78764266
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260901T220835Z
CREATED:20260728T143702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T220835Z
UID:10013365-1790424000-1790456400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Party for the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Public Lands Day with a day of activities. Paddle in 10-person canoes with Wilderness Inquiry. Funkadesi brings joyful tunes blending music from around the world. View the night sky with telescopes and walks. \n\nNoon–3 pm: 4H Kick off\, Family activities\nNoon–6 pm: Paddling\n5:30 pm: Funkadesi live performance\n7:30–9 pm: Night walks & telescope viewing
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/party-for-the-preserves/
LOCATION:Camp Bullfrog Lake\, 9600 Wolf Road\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Astronomy,Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Paddling,Senior,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/fall-party-for-the-preserves-bullfrog-npld-website-1400x8004-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T195614Z
CREATED:20260709T145504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195614Z
UID:10013326-1790434800-1790434800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:What’s On The Menu?
DESCRIPTION:Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/whats-on-the-menu/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/river-trail-animal-hawk-by-jerry-attere-jul23.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260901T221006Z
CREATED:20260728T145937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T221006Z
UID:10013370-1790445600-1790456400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Party for the Preserves: Acoustics Under the Stars
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the connection between public lands and folk music with performances\, a guided walk and hot dog roast. Bring your own instruments and join in around the campfire\, plus a chair or blanket to settle in for a night under the stars. \n\n6:30pm: Jam Session
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/party-for-the-preserves-acoustics-under-the-stars/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Senior,South Cook County,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/fall-party-for-the-preserves-shabbona-npld-website-1400x8006-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60537779;-87.56303721
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260814T191720Z
CREATED:20260811T183551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T191720Z
UID:10013592-1790499600-1790510400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Observe bird banding and talk with banders. Drop-in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-banding-3/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260901T220915Z
CREATED:20260728T145642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T220915Z
UID:10013369-1790503200-1790517600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Party for the Preserves: Canoeing
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Public Lands Day. Paddle in 10-person canoes with Wilderness Inquiry. All equipment provided. Enjoy fun family activities. \n\n10 am–2 pm: Paddling & family activities
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/party-for-the-preserves-canoeing-2/
LOCATION:Powderhorn Lake\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Paddling,Senior,South Cook County,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/fall-party-for-the-preserves-powderhorn-npld-website-1400x8008-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.64273776;-87.53461528
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T110000
DTSTAMP:20260826T213900Z
CREATED:20260811T181757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T213900Z
UID:10013582-1790506800-1790506800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Forest Therapy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided\, meditative walk to connect back to nature and to ourselves. Led by an Illinois Master Naturalist. Ages 18 & up. \nLimited spots available. Participants should wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. ADA-accessible water fountains and bathrooms are available inside the Sand Ridge Nature Center. Some trails are ADA-accessible.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/forest-therapy-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/fall-fest-river-trail-landscape-02-oct25-vert.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60593301;-87.56574946
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260811T184949Z
CREATED:20260811T184710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T184949Z
UID:10013600-1790514000-1790514000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Music in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Migration is adaptive\, exploratory\, brave\, exhilarating\, ancestral. Missing Piece\, a Chicago-based violin/cello duo\, expresses the beauty and the challenge of migration in this particular time and place through sound and music. Enjoy a performance of multiple short works of composers and poets who themselves have personal experience with migration across states\, nations\, and generations to express the thoughts\, feelings\, and sounds on the subject: Luis Fernando Amaya (Mexico/Norway)\, Ilana Waniuk (Canada/US)\, Myra Hinrichs (US)\, Shi-An Costello (US)\, Anton Riehl (US)\, Clara Takarabe (US)\, Kyle Churney (US)\, Akari Komura (Japan/US)\, Kenji (Costa Rica/Japan/US). Following the performance\, there will be a guided nature walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/music-in-nature/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Music,Southwest Cook County
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T195614Z
CREATED:20260709T145504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195614Z
UID:10013327-1790521200-1790521200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:What’s On The Menu?
DESCRIPTION:Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/whats-on-the-menu/2026-09-27/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave Northbrook IL 60062 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3120 Milwaukee Ave:geo:-87.88484528,42.09501105
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260806T184211Z
CREATED:20260709T145733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T184211Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Connections
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles\, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wildlife-connections/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260930T190000
DTSTAMP:20260812T201619Z
CREATED:20260812T201619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T201619Z
UID:10013703-1790787600-1790794800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:All About Canines
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the diverse family of canines—from wolves to domestic dogs—and their impact through interactive exhibits and activities.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/all-about-canines/
LOCATION:Miller Meadow-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T080000
DTSTAMP:20260818T141347Z
CREATED:20260803T195600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T141347Z
UID:10013399-1790841600-1790841600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-10/
LOCATION:McGinnis Slough\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.64133521;-87.85639902
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260806T184641Z
CREATED:20260806T184641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T184641Z
UID:10013460-1790935200-1790942400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Fridays in the Field
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in to discover something new in nature with University of Illinois-Extension volunteers.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fridays-in-the-field-5/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,North Cook County,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261002T190000
DTSTAMP:20260813T215650Z
CREATED:20260813T215650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T215650Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween Hoot and Howl
DESCRIPTION:Spooky family fun featuring live music\, pumpkin painting and more. Presented with the River Forest Park District and River Forest Public Library.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/halloween-hoot-and-howl-2/
LOCATION:Keystone Park\, 430 Keystone Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Halloween,Music,Nature Play,Senior,Storytelling,Youth
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Keystone Park 430 Keystone Ave River Forest IL 60305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=430 Keystone Ave:geo:-87.8264399,41.8875374
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T100000
DTSTAMP:20260824T211257Z
CREATED:20260803T191300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T211257Z
UID:10013382-1791021600-1791021600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Walk & Talk: Skokie Lagoons
DESCRIPTION:Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be led at a slower pace with frequent stopping and interpretation.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk-skokie-lagoons/
LOCATION:Forest Way Grove
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:42.129046656391;-87.774597897349
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260902T215814Z
CREATED:20260812T192734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T215814Z
UID:10013680-1791021600-1791032400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:World Migratory Bird Day Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Experience the magic of migration with Friends of the Chicago River and Chicago Ornithological Society. Grove 2.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/world-migratory-bird-day-paddle-3/
LOCATION:Linne Woods
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,North Cook County,Paddling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Chicago River":MAILTO:aanderson@chicagoriver.org
GEO:42.0409879;-87.7841828
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T192723Z
CREATED:20260813T175004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T192723Z
UID:10013723-1791021600-1791032400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:World Migratory Bird Day Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate migratory birds through activities\, talks and paddling. Presented with Friends of the Chicago River.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/world-migratory-bird-day-paddle-4/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Paddling,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.63125135;-87.64430485
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000
DTSTAMP:20260807T190529Z
CREATED:20260807T190529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T190529Z
UID:10013517-1791025200-1791025200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:World Animal Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Filipino American History Month with this year’s theme: See the World Through Their Eyes during this English/Tagalog bilingual program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/world-animal-day/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road Barrington Hills IL 60010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Stover Road:geo:-88.16357511,42.11563369
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T170000
DTSTAMP:20260812T201859Z
CREATED:20260812T201859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T201859Z
UID:10013704-1791025200-1791046800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:73rd Annual Powwow
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Native American culture and enjoy traditional Powwow\, food and more. Presented with American Indian Center of Chicago.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/73rd-annual-powwow/
LOCATION:Schiller Woods-East
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Senior,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.9524262;-87.8421955
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T150654Z
CREATED:20260814T150654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T150654Z
UID:10013822-1791032400-1791032400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nuts About Nature
DESCRIPTION:Explore the grounds to find native nuts and learn how animals use them for food and survival.sq
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nuts-about-nature-2/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County
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GEO:41.70896743;-87.87715272
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd Willow Springs IL 60480 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9800 Willow Springs Rd:geo:-87.87715272,41.70896743
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261003T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T152612Z
CREATED:20260814T152612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T152612Z
UID:10013835-1791032400-1791032400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Arach-tober: The Return of the Eight-legged Creatures
DESCRIPTION:Learn about spiders and why they aren’t so scary.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/arach-tober-the-return-of-the-eight-legged-creatures/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Southwest Cook County
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sagawau Environmental Learning Center 12545 W 111th St Lemont IL 60439 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=12545 W 111th St:geo:-87.92571427,41.68926677
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