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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/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T180000
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SUMMARY:Birding is Accessible: Owl Edition
DESCRIPTION:Slow-paced accessible stroll to search for owls.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/birding-is-accessible-owl-edition/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T090000
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CREATED:20260811T183701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T191751Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Observe bird banding and talk with banders. Drop-in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-banding-12/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T103000
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DTSTAMP:20260814T195353Z
CREATED:20260814T151524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195353Z
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SUMMARY:Oak-tober
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike to celebrate Oak Awareness Month.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/oak-tober-2/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T120000
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CREATED:20260812T183800Z
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SUMMARY:Chicago Voyagers’ Fall Jamboree
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an immersive\, family-oriented outdoor event that recreates the spirit of a Chicago Voyagers expedition. Learn new skills like knot tying or low ropes\, enjoy a nature scavenger hunt\, and get cozy with s’mores\, hot chocolate\, and more. Presented with the Chicago Voyagers. Fee associated with registration.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/chicago-voyagers-fall-jamboree/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campfire,Camping,Education,Nature Play,North Cook County,Senior,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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CREATED:20260811T181847Z
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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-3/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T133000
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CREATED:20260813T221327Z
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SUMMARY:Costumed Scavenger Hunt Walk
DESCRIPTION:Wear your costume while walking through our autumn woods while finding hidden (nut-free) treats.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/costumed-scavenger-hunt-walk/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261025T150000
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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/2026-10-25/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261026T190000
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CREATED:20260812T195608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T195608Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Night Out: Full Moon Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:An evening designed to empower\, connect and inspire us. Led by certified forest therapy guide Gayle Byck. Cost: $10/person. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/womens-night-out-full-moon-empowerment/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261027T120000
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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/2026-10-27/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T170000
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SUMMARY:Hike\, Read & Write
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a hike\, followed by a poetry writing workshop. Presented with Poets & Patrons.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hike-read-write/
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T183000
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CREATED:20260814T154903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154903Z
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for an evening walk while searching for owls.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/owl-prowl-6/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.68965448;-87.52772533
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T180000
DTSTAMP:20260814T155943Z
CREATED:20260814T155843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T155943Z
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SUMMARY:Bachelor’s Grove: Conversations\, History & Facts
DESCRIPTION:Join this virtual exploration of Bachelor’s Grove Cemetery\, one of the area’s most well-known cemeteries.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bachelors-grove-conversations-history-facts/
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,South Cook County,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
LOCATION:https://tinyurl.com/BachelorsGroveHistory
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260814T201956Z
CREATED:20260814T142725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T201956Z
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SUMMARY:Cheers to Nature
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a relaxing evening with an environment-themed lecture from a naturalist. Accessible building. BYOB. Ages 21 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/cheers-to-nature-4/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Southwest Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261031T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T195614Z
CREATED:20260709T145504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195614Z
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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/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261201
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CREATED:20260814T141438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T141453Z
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SUMMARY:Nation of Nations
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Native American Heritage Month\, Trailside is hosting an exhibit celebrating tribal diversity of contemporary Indigenous Communities whose ancestral homelands are the Great Lakes Region. Featuring sovereign tribal flags displayed outside the Museum\, with an indoor exhibit that explains the political structure of each tribal nation’s government.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nation-of-nations-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T153331Z
CREATED:20260814T153331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T153331Z
UID:10013840-1793538000-1793538000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Express yourself and the world around you! Learn how to create a nature journal with an art instructor.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-journaling-2/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261101T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T195614Z
CREATED:20260709T145504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195614Z
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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/2026-11-01/
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:20261103T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T100000
DTSTAMP:20260803T195801Z
CREATED:20260803T195801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T195801Z
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SUMMARY:Waterfowl Watch
DESCRIPTION:Let’s walk out to our wetlands to see migrating waterfowl. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/waterfowl-watch/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260806T184211Z
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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/2026-11-03/
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:20261105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T100000
DTSTAMP:20260814T200339Z
CREATED:20260806T152640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T200339Z
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SUMMARY:Senior Nature Club
DESCRIPTION:Discover nature through activities. Ages 55 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/senior-nature-club-3/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Northwest Cook County,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T160209Z
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SUMMARY:Native American Heritage Month History Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn the origin of the name Sauk Woods. 3.4-mi.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/native-american-heritage-month-history-walk/
LOCATION:Sauk Trail Woods-Central\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261201
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T213936Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Story Trail “Giving Thanks” by Chief Jake Swamp
DESCRIPTION:Walk a short trail while reading a story.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-story-trail-giving-thanks-by-chief-jake-swamp-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T140000
DTSTAMP:20260813T163216Z
CREATED:20260813T163216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T163216Z
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SUMMARY:Calumet Heritage Day
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Calumet Region’s heritage with guided walks\, historic skill demos\, and programs celebrating native flora and fauna.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/calumet-heritage-day/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T113000
DTSTAMP:20260803T204039Z
CREATED:20260803T204039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T204039Z
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SUMMARY:Day Hiking Leadership Training
DESCRIPTION:For teachers/youth educators! This training gives you all the tools to take groups out into the preserves for the day.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/day-hiking-leadership-training/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Camping,Central Cook County,Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forest Preserves of Cook County Campgrounds":MAILTO:experience.camping@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T133000
DTSTAMP:20260811T143531Z
CREATED:20260811T143531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T143531Z
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SUMMARY:Live Healthy\, Discover Nature! Walk
DESCRIPTION:Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4-mile walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/live-healthy-discover-nature-walk-4/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T195614Z
CREATED:20260709T145504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195614Z
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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/2026-11-07/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T063000
DTSTAMP:20260811T202253Z
CREATED:20260811T202253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T202253Z
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SUMMARY:Sunrise Hike
DESCRIPTION: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 restroom open 15 minutes prior to start time.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sunrise-hike-3/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T080000
DTSTAMP:20260908T214717Z
CREATED:20260803T194508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T214717Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION: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 Chicago Bird Alliance.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-7/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260812T195744Z
CREATED:20260812T195744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T195744Z
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SUMMARY:GPS Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Learn about and participate in a technology inspired scavenger hunt. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/gps-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,North Cook County,Youth
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