Fitness
Events
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
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Earth Day Bike Ride
Sauk Trail Woods-Central • South Chicago Heights, IL 60411Join a guided bike ride around Sauk Trail Woods. Ride will be approximately 5 miles. BYO bike and helmet. Post-ride treats provided.
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2 Miles at 2
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for an afternoon walk. Ages 18 & up.
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Walk & Talk
John Husar I&M Canal Bicycle Trail Parking Lot • Willow Springs, IL 60480Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These hikes will be […]
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Major Taylor Trail Bike Ride
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Pedal with us on a 16-mile roundtrip ride, with flexible turning points for riders of all levels.
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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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Wellness in the Woods Expo
FeaturedCrabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Discover the health benefits of nature through forest therapy, guided nature walks, yoga, music, art and more. 10 am to 12 pm: Forest Therapy Walk […]
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Monday Morning Mood Booster
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Fight the Monday blues and join us for a walk in nature.
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Bird Walk
Orland Grassland South • Cook County, IL 60467 (near Orland Park)Join us on a walk through Orland Grassland to look for grassland birds. 1.5 miles.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
Free • Registration Required -
2 Miles at 2
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for an afternoon walk. Ages 18 & up.
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Canceled Bird Migration Walk
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Join us to learn about spring migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Binoculars available for loan. 2 miles.
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R.I.P. Stewardship
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Help us restore native habitats - Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Tools, gloves & snack provided. Closed toed shoes & long pants […]
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Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk
Dan Ryan Woods-Central • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for a joyful Mother’s Day Fun Run & Walk! Celebrate with family-friendly activities, treats and laughter. All ages.
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Monday Morning Mood Booster
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Fight the Monday blues and join us for a walk in nature.
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Mental Health Awareness
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Exercise and time in nature are proven ways to improve your mental health. Climb the stairs, join a guided walk, and explore mental health resources. […]
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Walk & Talk
Glenview Woods • Glenview, IL 60025Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks are led […]
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Volunteer Workday
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-17 w/ adult.
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Des Plaines Canoe and Kayak Marathon
Dam No. 2 Woods • Cook County, IL 60056 (near Mount Prospect)Join the second oldest continual canoe race in the United States! Race begins at W Oak Spring Rd and ends at Dam No. 2 Woods.
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Monday Morning Mood Booster
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Fight the Monday blues and join us for a walk in nature.
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Canceled Decomposition in the Forest
Country Lane Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Join a 2.5-mile walk and learn about decomposition, fungi and the importance of decay in the forest.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
Free • Registration Required -
2 Miles at 2
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for an afternoon walk. Ages 18 & up.
Free
