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  • A group of people prepping for a paddle.

    World Migratory Bird Day Paddle

    Linne Woods • Morton Grove, IL 60053

    Experience the magic of migration with Friends of the Chicago River and Chicago Ornithological Society. Grove 2.

    Free • Registration Required
  • A group of people prepping for a paddle.

    World Migratory Bird Day Paddle

    Kickapoo Woods • Riverdale, IL 60827

    Celebrate migratory birds through activities, talks and paddling. Presented with Friends of the Chicago River.

    Free • Registration Required
  • a great horned owl in a tree at Crabtree Nature Center

    World Animal Day

    Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

    Celebrate Filipino American History Month with this year’s theme: See the World Through Their Eyes during this English/Tagalog bilingual program.

    Free
  • a Native American dancer at Busse Woods

    73rd Annual Powwow

    Schiller Woods-East • Chicago, IL 60634

    Celebrate Native American culture and enjoy traditional Powwow, food and more. Presented with American Indian Center of Chicago.

  • a squirrel climbing a tree trunk

    Nuts About Nature

    Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

    Explore the grounds to find native nuts and learn how animals use them for food and survival.sq

    Free
  • Bridge and trail at Sagawau Environmental Learning Center. Photo by Christine Karge Dewey.

    Listening to Nature

    Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

    W. Long will lead us in an exploration of the soundscape via the trails of the Sagawau Environmental Learning Center. Ages 13 & up.

    Free • Registration Required
  • A mother and child painting a pumpkin.

    Pumpkinpalooza

    Featured Weekly Wellness Programming
    Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646

    Paint pumpkins and bowl, dye buckthorn, play ring toss, maneuver through a fall-themed obstacle course, and more! Supplies limited.

    Free
  • 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. Registration is not required, but RSVPs are appreciated. Contact us at 708-771-9632 or […]

    Free
  • A family looks at an ambassador animal exhibit

    Animal Enrichment Studio

    Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305

    Learn about animal behavior while crafting enrichment items ambassador animals! Ages 10 & up.

    Free • Registration Required
  • 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 forested trail displaying fall colors.

    Red Gate Woods: The Dawning of the Atomic Age

    Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

    Learn about the world’s first nuclear reactor from scientist, Dave Dolak. Presentation at Sagawau before strenuous hike at Red Gate Woods. Ages 18 & up.

    Free • Registration Required
  • Children interacting with nature at an event in a forest.

    Oak-tober

    Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

    Learn what makes oak trees special.

    Free
  • Signage hanging from a building.

    Sugar Shack Time Machine

    Featured
    River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062

    Travel through time as we open our sugar shack and learn about the history of maple syrup.

    Free • Registration Required
  • 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
  • two runners on the Sag Valley Trail at Swallow Cliff Woods

    Breast Cancer Awareness

    Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

    Stop by our resource tables to learn more about breast cancer. Presented with Advocate Health Care.

    Free
  • Two people birding with binoculars in hand.

    Bird Walk

    Bird Walk
    Eggers Grove • Chicago, IL 60617

    Join a naturalist as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.

    Free
  • A group of people walking along a forested trail.

    S.E.N.I.O.R.S.

    S.E.N.I.O.R.S.
    Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

    Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Seniors can deepen their connection to the outdoors with fresh, engaging nature programs offered each month. Ages 55 […]

    Free
  • Trickster Cultural Center's logo.

    Trickster DaWaag (Fall) Camp

    Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120

    Two-day camp for all ages featuring cultural teachings, storytelling, games, artmaking and more! Sponsored by Trickster Cultural Center’s Communities for Positive Youth Development. Free registration […]

    Free • Registration Required