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SUMMARY:Little Cal Paddles
DESCRIPTION:Join Chicago Adventure Therapy for a paddle in 10-person canoes\, exploring the history\, people and stories that shape the community.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/little-cal-paddles-3/
LOCATION:Beaubien Woods Boat Launch
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Paddling,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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SUMMARY:Painting by the Slough
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the beauty of freshwater ecosystems through watercolor painting. All levels welcome. Supplies include paper\, watercolor palettes and paint brushes. Feel free to bring an example of your past work\, or your own supplies. Registration required. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/painting-by-the-slough-2/
LOCATION:Saganashkee Slough Boat Launch\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Southwest Cook County
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T213626Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays in the Field
DESCRIPTION:University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the buildings are closed.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fridays-in-the-field-2/2026-08-07/
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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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/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T080000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. All levels of birding skills welcome!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-32/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T173000
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SUMMARY:Camping 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a workshop to learn basic skills like how to set up a tent\, build a fire\, dress for the weather and more!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/camping-101-21/
LOCATION:Camp Bullfrog Lake\, 9600 Wolf Road\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campfire,Camping,Camping 101,Education,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T170000
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SUMMARY:Native American Heritage Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, honor Native American culture and focus on their deep\, respectful and reciprocal relationship with the natural world.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/native-american-heritage-wildflower-walk/
LOCATION:St. Mihiel Woods-East\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260806T150000
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Explore Caldwell’s flora as we walk through the woodlands and prairies\, identifying different summertime wildflowers.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wildflower-walk-13/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,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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SUMMARY:Stories in the Forest
DESCRIPTION:Join the River Forest Public Library for storytelling! Ages 0-5 w/ adult. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/stories-in-the-forest/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T103000
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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/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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SUMMARY:Sulky Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. All levels of birding skills welcome!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sulky-bird-count-2/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T150000
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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/2026-08-02/
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:20260802T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T143000
DTSTAMP:20260512T152756Z
CREATED:20260512T152756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T152756Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Wellness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn techniques for using relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices while on a leisurely walk led by University of Illinois-Extension volunteer\, Roberta Jannsen. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-wellness-walk-10/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T103000
DTSTAMP:20260513T181657Z
CREATED:20260513T181657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T181657Z
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SUMMARY:Pond Dip Discovery
DESCRIPTION:Discover what lives on and below the surface of Thatcher Glen Pond? Equipment provided. Ages 5-12 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/pond-dip-discovery-3/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260802T090000
DTSTAMP:20260515T205818Z
CREATED:20260514T184619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T205818Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Visit Sagawau’s bird banders to see and learn about banding. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-banding-10/
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:20260801T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T150000
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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/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T133000
DTSTAMP:20260801T170545Z
CREATED:20260612T193529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T170545Z
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SUMMARY:Together for Trees
DESCRIPTION:Kick it at Kickapoo Woods & Prairie! From casual walks and invigorating paddling excursions to peaceful wildlife watching and more. Kickapoo Woods offers something for everyone – and everyone can play a part in caring for this special site. \nGrab a coffee and pastry\, take in the preserve\, and learn how volunteers help care for this incredible community space through invasive plant removal\, seed collecting\, and other stewardship activities. Then join the fun with line dancing\, hands-on activities\, and giveaways! Drop ins are welcome\, but registration is encouraged. \nThis event is held in partnership between Friends of the Chicago River\, the Forest Preserves of Cook County\, Friends of the Forest Preserves\, Imani Village\, Major Taylor Trail Keepers\, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago\, Openlands\, and Chicago Model Masters Model Aviation Club. Coffee and pastries sponsored by Ford Motor Company.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/together-for-trees-2/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,Music,Paddling,South Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/champion-tree-register.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Volunteer Resources":MAILTO:Volunteer.FPD@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T130000
DTSTAMP:20260511T195906Z
CREATED:20260511T195906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T195906Z
UID:10012903-1785578400-1785589200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Back-to-School Community Adventure Day
DESCRIPTION:Ring in the school year with us! Presented with ICNA Chicago\, Niles-Maine Library\, Hive Center for the Book Arts and many others.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/back-to-school-community-adventure-day-3/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Nature Play,North Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260801T170156Z
CREATED:20260514T190708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T170156Z
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SUMMARY:Hummingbird Trivia
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of trivia to learn about hummingbirds in our hummingbird garden. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hummingbird-trivia/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T120000
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SUMMARY:Fridays in the Field
DESCRIPTION:University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the buildings are closed.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fridays-in-the-field-2/2026-07-31/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T212221Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T212221Z
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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/2026-07-31/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Volunteer
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SUMMARY:Hip Hop Camp-Out
DESCRIPTION:Running from Friday\, July 31 at 3 pm to Sunday\, August 2 at noon\, this camping experience combines hip hop culture\, nature\, wellness\, and community. Presented with the Chicago Hip Hop Heritage Museum.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hip-hop-camp-out/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Camping,Education,Hiking & Walking,Music,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T170000
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SUMMARY:Summer Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a guided walk to discover blooming summer wildflowers\, learn about species and enjoy nature.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/summer-wildflower-walk/
LOCATION:St. Mihiel Woods-East\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T163000
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SUMMARY:Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Come watch the (local) Emmy Award-winning Forest Preserves documentary: “Chicago’s True Nature”. Popcorn and s’mores provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/movie-night/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Film,History & Culture,North Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T103000
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SUMMARY:Stories in the Forest
DESCRIPTION:Join the River Forest Public Library for storytelling! Ages 0-5 w/ adult. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/stories-in-the-forest/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260529T210829Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T210829Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Night Out: Full Moon Empowerment
DESCRIPTION:An evening designed to empower\, connect and inspire. Led by Gayle Byck of InTune with Nature. Cost: $10/person. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/womens-night-out-full-moon-empowerment-2-2/
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:20260729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T180000
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SUMMARY:Walk & Talk
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. 2 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk-19/
LOCATION:John Husar I&M Canal Bicycle Trail Parking Lot
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T120000
DTSTAMP: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/2026-07-28/
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:20260726T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T150000
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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/2026-07-26/
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:20260726T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260726T163000
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SUMMARY:Share the Trails: Cycling Pit Stop
DESCRIPTION:Get your helmet fit\, tires inflated\, bike checked and learn about trail safety. Presented by Ride Illinois. Grove 4.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/share-the-trails-cycling-pit-stop-2/
LOCATION:LaBagh Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Bicycling,Education,Fitness,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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