Hiking & Walking
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Sunset Serenity Hike
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Enjoy the quiet of sunset as we explore the woods on a casual 2-mile hike. Ages 13 & up.
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Summer Wildflower Walk
St. Mihiel Woods-East • Cook County, IL 60477 (near Tinley Park)Join a guided walk to discover blooming summer wildflowers, learn about species and enjoy nature.
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Hip Hop Camp-Out
FeaturedCamp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Running from Friday, July 31 at 3 pm to Sunday, August 2 at noon, this camping experience combines hip hop culture, nature, wellness, and community. […]
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Fridays in the Field
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Drop-in to discover something new in nature with University of Illinois-Extension volunteers.
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Fridays in the Field
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the buildings are closed.
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Canceled 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 […]
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Sacred Wanderings
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Connect with nature and surround yourself with the energy of the natural world. Led by Unity Temple of Oak Park. For information, contact [email protected].
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Canceled Together for Trees
Kickapoo Woods • Riverdale, IL 60827Kick it at Kickapoo Woods & Prairie! From casual walks and invigorating paddling excursions to peaceful wildlife watching and more. Kickapoo Woods offers something for […]
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Canceled 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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Nature Wellness Walk
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn techniques for using relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices while on a leisurely walk led by University of Illinois-Extension volunteer, Roberta Jannsen. Ages 18 & […]
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Sulky Bird Count
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join 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 […]
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Nature Wellness Walk
Deer Grove-East • Cook County, IL 60074 (near Palatine)Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practice during this leisure walk. Led by University of Illinois-Extension. Ages 18 & up. Grove 1.
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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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Wildflower Walk
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Explore Caldwell's flora as we walk through the woodlands and prairies, identifying different summertime wildflowers.
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Native American Heritage Wildflower Walk
St. Mihiel Woods-East • Cook County, IL 60477 (near Tinley Park)As part of America 250, honor Native American culture and focus on their deep, respectful and reciprocal relationship with the natural world.
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Fridays in the Field
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Drop-in to discover something new in nature with University of Illinois-Extension volunteers.
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Fridays in the Field
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the buildings are closed.
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Trailside Resonance: Listening to Nature
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305A guided soundwalk invites you to slow down and listen to woodland trails, river currents, gardens and native animal habitats.
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Sunrise Hike
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Step into the quiet stillness of early morning and join us for a before-hours hike to witness the beauty of a new day. Gates and […]
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Morning Bird Walk
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join 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 […]
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Let’s Go Find Some Bugs
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Play bug bingo as we hunt for the best bugs of the summer.
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Cooler in the Forest
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Take a walk to discover and discuss the highlights of the season.
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Sulky Bird Count
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join 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 […]
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Wee Wonders: Hummingbirds
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
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Bat Chat
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn about these fascinating creatures while watching for them over the river.
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Canceled 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.
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Hummingbird Fest
FeaturedSagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Let's celebrate hummingbirds and learn how they connect nature, people and culture. View hummingbirds in the garden, chat with naturalist staff all things hummingbirds, visit […]
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Nature Wellness Walk
Catherine Chevalier Woods • Chicago, IL 60656Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practice during this leisure walk. Presented by University of Illinois-Extension. Ages 18 & up. Grove 1.
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Forest Therapy Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy a mindful and mediative guided nature walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
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Forest Therapy
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for a guided, meditative walk to connect back to nature and to ourselves. Led by an Illinois Master Naturalist. Ages 18 & up. […]
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River Monsters
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Search for and study the aquatic life of the Des Plaines River.
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Wee Wonders: Hummingbirds
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
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Sulky Bird Count
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join 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 […]
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Morning Prairie Walk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for a hike around Phantom Prairie. Ages 12 & up.
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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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Canceled Naturalist Night Out: Senses
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Join us for a themed stroll under the World’s Largest Urban Night Sky Place.
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Wildflowers in the Prairie
Carl R. Hansen Woods • Cook County, IL 60192 (near Schaumburg)Learn about the natural history and wildflowers of Shoe Factory Road Prairie on this 2-mile walk. Bring sun protection and water!
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Nighthawk Watch
Plum Creek Meadow • Cook County, IL 60411 (near Chicago Heights)Join us at Plum Creek for an evening spotting Common Nighthawks on their migration route to South America! A nighthawk watch is as laid back […]
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The Hum About Hummingbirds
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Drop in to learn about hummingbirds and observe them at our feeders. Light refreshments provided.
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Canceled All About Birds
Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West • Cook County, IL 60526 (near La Grange Park)Discover the birds of Cook County through bird walks, info on birding and other bird-related activities. Binoculars available for loan.
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The Jewels of Mexico
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439An indoor presentation explores the legend of hummingbirds and their cultural significance in Mexico. Followed by walk to hummingbird garden.
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Junior Naturalist Walk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Earn a Junior Naturalist badge by taking a short walk, then doing an indoor activity book. Ages 6-12 w/ caregiver.
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Insect Investigation
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join a naturalist as we investigate this fascinating group of organisms.
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Sulky Bird Count
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join 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 […]
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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 walks will be […]
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Sunset Photography Meetup
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join nature photographers for a guided walk to explore the grounds and capture nature in the fading light of dusk.
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Night of Nature Play
FeaturedEggers Grove • Chicago, IL 60617Experience nature at night through open play, star gazing and s’mores.
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Canceled Walk & Talk: Champion Tree Hike
Wolf Road 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 walks will be […]
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Canceled Listening to Nature
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Rescheduled for October 3, 2026: https://fpdcc.com/event/listening-to-nature-2/ W. Long will lead us in an exploration of the soundscape via the trails of the Sagawau Environmental Learning […]
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Bat & Nighthawk Walk
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for a walk around our 1-mile dogwood trail and look for and listen to bats and nighthawks.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Moderately paced, 1-mile fitness walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 55 & up.
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Sacred Wanderings in Thatcher Woods
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Join Unity Temple of Oak Park as we practice connecting with nature. People with physical challenges are easily accommodated. For info, email [email protected].
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National Hummingbird Day
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Explore the conservation and historical importance of these birds throughout the Americas: Family-friendly activities and crafts: 10 am to 3 pm Walking presentation for ages […]
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Fall Bees
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Experience fall bees during a guided hike with sweep-netting.
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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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Fall in the Prairie
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join a naturalist as we take in the sights and sounds of fall in the prairie. Ages 18 & up.
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Autumn Wings
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for a fall walk-and-talk to learn about the wild and amazing life of our native butterflies.
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Forest Therapy Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy a mindful meditation and guided forest therapy walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteers.
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Moth Picnic
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for a nighttime moth attraction hike and see which moths appear on our white sheet under black light.
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Nature Wellness Walk
Linne Woods • Morton Grove, IL 60053Practice mindfulness and meditation during this leisure walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension. Ages 18 & up. Grove 2.
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Magical Forest Houses
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Search for tiny, enchanted, homes built by mythical elves. These homes, built with natural materials, are hidden along our Farm Pond Trail. Scan the QR […]
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Sunrise Hike
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Step into the quiet stillness of early morning and join us for a before-hours hike to witness the beauty of a new day. Gates and […]
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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 the woods. Ages 18 & up.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Moderately paced, 1-mile fitness walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 55 & up.
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Golden Prairie Walks
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for an afternoon stroll.
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Canceled Adult Night Hike
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)BYOB (no glass) and enjoy the night sky before taking part in a guided hike. Ages 21 & up. 1.5 miles.
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Walk & Talk: Oak Forest Heritage Preserve
Oak Forest Heritage Preserve-East • Oak Forest, IL 60452Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Fridays in the Field
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the buildings are closed.
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River Trail Nightlife: Night Hike
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn about nocturnal animals and more on a guided hike. Cost: $5/person. Ages 6 & up.
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Prairie Birding
Orland Grassland South • Cook County, IL 60467 (near Orland Park)Free -
Canceled Fall Nature Wellness Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest […]
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Canceled Hike the Freedom Trail: Bus and Walking Tour
Beaubien Woods Boat Launch • Chicago, IL 60827Follow the tale of Freedom Seekers through the Calumet Region. Presented with Midwest Underground Railroad Network.
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Monarchs
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Learn how monarchs make their journey to Mexico during a presentation, followed by a hike.
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Birding by Kayak
Busse Lake Boating Center • Cook County, IL 60007 (near Elk Grove Village)Join a naturalist and kayak as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
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Insects of Autumn
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Look for different insects as fall begins.
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Fall Equinox Forest Bath
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Welcome fall with a guided forest therapy walk with certified forest therapy guide Gayle Byck.
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Monarchs & Milkweed
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Learn about monarch habitat, conservation efforts and milkweed during a guided walk.
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Monarchs & Milkweed
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Learn about monarch habitat, conservation efforts and milkweed during a guided walk.
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Harvest Moon Evening Walk
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Celebrate the September harvest moon with a peaceful walk through the woods as twilight descends. Ages 18 & up.
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Owl Prowl
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Introduction to owls followed by a relaxing walk to search for owls.
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Moon Festival
FeaturedCrabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Celebrate the season under the glow of the full moon with guided forest‑therapy walks, moon‑viewing and sharing of traditional mooncakes during this Asian cultural festival. […]
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Party for the Preserves
FeaturedCrabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Celebrate the places that bring us together with a day of outdoor fun for all ages. Enjoy a bilingual prairie walk, family activities, hands-on seed […]
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Salsa Dance: Party for the Preserves
FeaturedThatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Dance into National Public Lands Day and Hispanic Heritage Month with an afternoon of live music, salsa dancing and festive outdoor fun. Bring your family and friends […]
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Party for the Preserves
FeaturedCamp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480Celebrate National Public Lands Day with a day of activities. Paddle in 10-person canoes with Wilderness Inquiry. Funkadesi brings joyful tunes blending music from around the world. View the night sky with telescopes and walks. Noon–3 pm: 4H Kick off, […]
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Party for the Preserves: Acoustics Under the Stars
FeaturedCamp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Celebrate the connection between public lands and folk music with performances, a guided walk and hot dog roast. Bring your own instruments and join in […]
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Forest Therapy
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for a guided, meditative walk to connect back to nature and to ourselves. Led by an Illinois Master Naturalist. Ages 18 & up. […]
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Music in Nature
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Migration is adaptive, exploratory, brave, exhilarating, ancestral. Missing Piece, a Chicago-based violin/cello duo, expresses the beauty and the challenge of migration in this particular time […]
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Forest Therapy Walk
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Reconnect with nature. Relaxing meditative practices and mindfulness led by the University of Illinois Extension.
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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 the woods. Ages 18 & up.
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Sounds Like Fall
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Take your little one on a playful, music-filled nature walk. Ages 3-6 w/ adult.
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Sounds Like Fall
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Take your little one on a playful, music-filled nature walk. Ages 3-6 w/ adult.
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Golden Prairie Walks
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for an afternoon stroll.
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Sunset Photography Meetup
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join Crabtree Nature Photographers’ Meetup Group for a guided sunset walk and capture nature in the fading light.
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Walk & Talk: Skokie Lagoons
Forest Way Grove • Cook County, IL 60022 (near Glencoe)Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Fall Photography
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Enjoy a guided walk to view and photograph fall colors. For all levels and camera types. Ages 13 & up.
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Nuts About Nature
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Explore the grounds to find native nuts and learn how animals use them for food and survival.sq
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Listening to Nature
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439W. Long will lead us in an exploration of the soundscape via the trails of the Sagawau Environmental Learning Center. Ages 13 & up.
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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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Red Gate Woods: The Dawning of the Atomic Age
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Learn about the world’s first nuclear reactor from scientist, Dave Dolak. Presentation at Sagawau before strenuous hike at Red Gate Woods. Ages 18 & up.
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Forest Therapy Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy a mindful meditation and guided forest therapy walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteers.
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Sounds Like Fall
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Take your little one on a playful, music-filled nature walk. Ages 3-6 w/ adult.
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Sounds Like Fall
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Take your little one on a playful, music-filled nature walk. Ages 3-6 w/ adult.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Moderately paced, 1-mile fitness walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 55 & up.
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Nature Photography
FeaturedSauk Trail Woods-Central • South Chicago Heights, IL 60411View fall colors and take pictures during a leisurely walk.
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Mushroom Walk
Eggers Grove • Chicago, IL 60617Join us for a fun fungal walk as we search for mushrooms and learn about these fascinating organisms. DJ/Danielle is a local naturalist and Survey […]
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Fridays in the Field
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the buildings are closed.
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Rust at Dusk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Explore an old farm trail surrounded by tallgrass prairie and relics of the past. Ages 12 & up.
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Underground Railroad Tour
John Husar I&M Canal Bicycle Trail Parking Lot • Willow Springs, IL 60480Tour includes info about the historical significance of this corridor. Arrive at I&M Canal for a discussion of the site and then shuttle to Lyonsville […]
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Fall Tree Walk
Deer Grove-West • Cook County, IL 60010 (near Barrington)Enjoy a guided walk and learn how to identify trees in the fall. Grove 5.
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Nature Wellness Walk
Sauk Trail Woods-Central • South Chicago Heights, IL 60411Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest […]
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Invertebrate Investigation
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Search for insects and arthropods who call tallgrass prairies home.
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Forest Therapy Walk
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Reconnect with nature. Relaxing meditative practices and mindfulness led by the University of Illinois Extension.
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Fall Fungi
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn basics of mushroom identification during guided walk. Ages 18 & up. Ages 13-17 w/ adult.
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Owl Prowl
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Introduction to owls followed by a relaxing walk to search for owls.
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Sunrise Hike
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Step into the quiet stillness of early morning and join us for a before-hours hike to witness the beauty of a new day. Gates and […]
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Sacred Wanderings in Thatcher Woods
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Join Unity Temple of Oak Park as we practice connecting with nature. People with physical challenges are easily accommodated. For info, email [email protected].
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Fall Color Walk
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062View the spectacular fall colors while enjoying a casual walk in the woods.
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Fall Fungi
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Short naturalist-led hike to look for local species of fungi. Ages 18 & up.
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Fall Color Walk
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062View the spectacular fall colors while enjoying a casual walk in the woods.
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Fall into Sounds & Nature
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join certified instructor Gail for a peaceful walk, where soothing sounds guide you along the trail. Ages 18 & up.
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Walk & Talk: History of Poplar Creek
Carl R. Hansen Woods • Cook County, IL 60192 (near Schaumburg)Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Fall Color Walks
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for an afternoon stroll.
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Owl Prowl
Eggers Grove • Chicago, IL 60617Join a naturalist for an evening walk while searching for owls.
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Sunset Photography Meetup
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join Crabtree Nature Photographers’ Meetup Group for a guided sunset walk and capture nature in the fading light.
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Night of Nature Play
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Scavenger hunt, games and crafts under the glowing night (black) lights.
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Spooky Shuffle 5k/10k
Swallow Cliff Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Race through then pristine Sag Valley Trail System. Presented with Village of Palos Park.
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Hike the Freedom Trail: Bus and Walking Tour
Beaubien Woods Boat Launch • Chicago, IL 60827Follow the tale of Freedom Seekers through the Calumet Region. Presented with Midwest Underground Railroad Network.
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Oak-tober Fall Colors Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Enjoy seasonal color changes and learn about our native oaks. Ages 12 & up.
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Fall Color Walk
FeaturedPalos Park Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Travel through beautiful, wooded preserves as we look for colors of the season. 3.5 miles.
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