Education
Events
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National Hummingbird Day
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Explore the conservation and historical importance of these birds throughout the Americas: Family-friendly activities and crafts: 10 am to 3 pm Walking presentation for ages […]
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Fall Bees
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Experience fall bees during a guided hike with sweep-netting.
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Live Healthy, Discover Nature! Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4-mile walk.
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Ambassador Animal Species Spotlight
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Meet one of our reptiles or amphibians and learn about their wild counterparts. Drop-in.
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What’s On The Menu?
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Fall in the Prairie
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join a naturalist as we take in the sights and sounds of fall in the prairie. Ages 18 & up.
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Autumn Wings
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for a fall walk-and-talk to learn about the wild and amazing life of our native butterflies.
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Animal Encounter
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our animals.
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What’s On The Menu?
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Animal Encounter
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our animals.
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Adaptive Climbing – Provider Training
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452A hands-on, skills-based session that equips local providers with the tools, techniques, and confidence to safely deliver inclusive climbing experiences for individuals with physical disabilities.
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Wildlife Connections
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy. All ages.
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Adaptive Climbing – Experience and Skill Development
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452Participants challenge themselves on a fully supported climbing experience designed for all ability levels.
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Adaptive Cycling – Provider Training
Busse Lake Boating Center • Cook County, IL 60007 (near Elk Grove Village)A hands-on, skills-based session that equips local providers with the tools, techniques, and confidence to safely deliver inclusive cycling experiences for individuals with physical disabilities. […]
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Paddle & Plant
Kickapoo Woods • Riverdale, IL 60827Help restore habitat by planting native species from canoes. Presented with Friends of the Chicago River.
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Everyone in Nature
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for an inclusive sensory-based experience where individuals of all abilities and homeschool learners can explore and connect with nature through hands-on activities. Participants […]
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Adaptive Cycling – Fitting, Skills and Riding
Busse Lake Boating Center • Cook County, IL 60007 (near Elk Grove Village)Participants experience personalized bike fittings, hands-on skill development, and a guided ride to build confidence, independence, and enjoyment on adaptive cycles. Grove 20.
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Camping 101
Camp Reinberg • Palatine, IL 60074Learn basic skills like how to set up a tent, build a fire, dress for the weather and more!
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Paddle & Plant
Kickapoo Woods • Riverdale, IL 60827Help restore habitat by planting native species from canoes. Presented with Friends of the Chicago River.
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Senior Nature Club
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Discover nature through activities. Ages 55 & up.
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S.E.N.I.O.R.S.
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Seniors 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 […]
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Adaptive Cycling – Fitting, Skills and Riding
Bemis Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60558 (near Western Springs)Participants experience personalized bike fittings, hands-on skill development, and a guided ride to build confidence, independence, and enjoyment on adaptive cycles. Grove 6.
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Faire at the Square-Drop-in
FeaturedCummings Square • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy our "creative-reuse carnival" with themed games made from repurposed materials! Win prizes and learn about local plants and animals.
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Be a Better Birder: How Birds Got Their Names
Virtual EventLearn about how scientists name birds and the history of common names for birds. Also, we will look at the future changes that bird names […]
Free • Registration Required
