Fitness Events

  • Wellness in the Woods: Yoga

    Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620

    Join us for a free one-hour class focused on building stability, flexibility and relaxation through the practices of breath-work, mindful movement and meditation. Liz, from […]

    Free
  • Walk & Talk

    Walk & Talk
    Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

    Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These hikes will be […]

    Free
  • Adult Night Hike

    Wolf Road Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

    BYOB (no glass) and learn about nocturnal animals and the night sky before taking part in a guided hike. 21 & up. 1.5 miles.

    Free
  • Yoga

    Yoga
    Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

    Bring a yoga mat and towel. Ages 18 & up.

    Free • Registration Required
  • Senior Fitness Walk

    Senior Fitness Walk
    Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305

    Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.

    Free • Registration Required
  • Wellness in the Woods: Fitness Walk

    Yankee Woods • Cook County, IL 60477 (near Tinley Park)

    Join a Master Naturalist for a brisk walk around this 3-mile paved trail.

    Free
  • Paddle the Upper Des Plaines River: Part 1

    Allison Woods • Cook County, IL 60062 (near Northbrook)

    Discover this magnificent watershed by means of canoe and bear witness to the flora and fauna that call it home. Ages 12 & up. Equipment […]

    Free • Registration Required
  • Smart Cycling Workshop

    Weekly Wellness Programming
    Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646

    Learn skills to become a confident, competent bicyclist certified through the League of American Bicyclists. Ages 12 & up. Pre-course work and minimal fees required.

    $10 • Registration Required
  • History of the Lagoons Paddle

    Tower Road Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60093 (near Winnetka)

    Explore the uniqueness of Skokie Lagoons by water. Equipment provided. Presented with Chicago River Canoe & Kayak.

    Free • Registration Closed
  • R.I.P. Stewardship

    R.I.P. Stewardship
    Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

    Help us restore native habitats - Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Tools, gloves & snack provided. Closed toed shoes & long pants […]

    Free • Registration Required
  • Senior Fitness Walk

    Senior Fitness Walk
    Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305

    Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.

    Free • Registration Required
  • Fitness Hike

    Fitness Hike
    Vollmer Road Grove • Cook County, IL 60478 (near Country Club Hills)

    Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to no stopping or interpretation. 3.6 […]

    Free
  • Community Paddle

    Saganashkee Slough Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

    Drop in and experience a guided paddle tour on a voyager canoe. Limited spots available; first come, first served.

    Free
  • Wellness in the Woods: Yoga

    Dan Ryan Woods-Central • Chicago, IL 60620

    Enjoy a 1-hour yoga class. Dress in active wear and bring a yoga mat. Grove 10.

    Free
  • Kayak the Des Plaines

    Schuth’s Grove • Cook County, IL 60546 (near Riverside)

    Kayak 3 miles from Schuth’s Grove to Plank Road Meadow. Equipment and shuttle provided. Beginners welcome.

    Free • Registration Closed
  • Community Paddle

    Wampum Lake • Cook County, IL 60476 (near Thornton)

    Open community paddle on 10-person canoes. Registration opens one month prior to event date.

    Free • Registration Required
  • Share the Trails: Cycling Pit Stop

    LaBagh Woods • Chicago, IL 60630

    Get your helmet fit, tires inflated, bike checked and learn about trail safety. Presented by Ride Illinois. Grove 4.

    Free
  • Senior Fitness Walk

    Senior Fitness Walk
    Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305

    Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.

    Free • Registration Required
  • Wellness in the Woods: Fitness Walk

    Yankee Woods • Cook County, IL 60477 (near Tinley Park)

    Join a Master Naturalist for a brisk walk around this 3-mile paved trail.

    Free