Fire Basics
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Learn the basics of starting a fire and explore the different types […]
Learn the basics of starting a fire and explore the different types […]
Visit our pioneer cabins as we celebrate winter holiday traditions. Play with […]
Families, drop in and challenge yourself by climbing to the top of […]
Learn fire-building skills and stick around for a story and s’mores around […]
Celebrate the shortest day of the year with a potluck and s’mores […]
Enjoy the Preserves on snowshoes then learn different methods for fire building […]
Children will enjoy three fun filled days with outdoor activities, art making […]
Learn fire-building skills and stick around for a story and s’mores around […]
View the glass mosaic art and chat with local mosaic artist Judy […]
Hang out by the fire with friends and enjoy a sweet treat. […]
View the constellations and hear their mythical tales while enjoying a treat […]
Learn what it takes to keep our forest healthy and participate in […]
We’ll observe bird feeder action while noshing on bagels and coffee inside […]
Help staff remove invasive plants through a brush pile burn and treat […]
Start your morning with birds and bagels! Enjoy a treat while observing […]
Drop in to learn safe practices for fire building and containment, make […]
Celebrate the Danish tradition of coziness with hot chocolate and nature books.
Couples and friends are invited to enjoy the nature center grounds at […]
Learn fire-building skills and stick around for a story and s’mores around […]
Cooking outdoors is easy and fun! Learn how to prepare food both […]
Help restore our woodlands by cutting down invasive species and having a […]
Celebrate the arrival of spring with a special day of activities including […]
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