Conservation@Home: Promoting Pollinators In Your Winter Garden
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010An introduction to some practices that benefit overwintering pollinators in your garden.
An introduction to some practices that benefit overwintering pollinators in your garden.
Plant lovers unite! Native plant presentation followed by seed and plant sharing. All are welcome. Bring a mug; warm beverage […]
Discover how to make your yard and home bird-friendly. Learn about bird feeders, types of foods, garden opportunities and more.
Learn about the many benefits to you and to the environment of gardening using native plants in a Conservation@Home Zoom […]
Learn how delaying your spring clean-up can help backyard conservation.
Enjoy interactive programs, kids’ tree climb, guided wildflower walks, bird banding, kid’s nature crafts, gardening info and much more!
The Forest Preserves District of Cook County and University of Illinois Extension staff are collaborating on this special event. The […]
Join us for a farmers' market with limited free produce and workshops about growing food in your community! All Ages.
Invite hummingbirds to your garden. We’ll discuss gardening tips, feeding, pest control and answer your questions.
Celebrate Indigenous Plant Knowledge: 3 Sisters Garden and More Connect to nature through fun inquiry-based activities. Different theme/activities each month. […]
Discover how to make your yard and home bird friendly. Learn about bird feeders, types of foods, garden opportunities and […]
Walk our gardens to learn about native plants then sample different infused teas made from them.
Nearly all Forest Preserves events are free; some require registration and/or a low fee. Residents may qualify for free admission opportunities at our partners: Brookfield Zoo Chicago and the Chicago Botanic Garden.
Printed copies of our quarterly Events Guide are available at our Nature Centers and General Headquarters. They may also be available at your local city hall or library. Know a location that should have our Events Guide? Contact us.
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Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.