Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
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History & Culture
Women Naturalists
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010
Celebrate Women’s History Month on a spring stroll discussing inspiring women who impacted our natural world.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
Women in Conservation Walk
Bemis Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60558 (near Western Springs)
Join us for a 1.2-mile walk and discussion about women who have made significant contributions in the fields of conservation, environmental activism and science. Grove 7.
Women’s Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305
In celebration of Women’s Heritage Month, join us as we highlight conservation leader Isabel Bassett Wasson and her work and discoveries at Thatcher Woods and around the country.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
Prehistoric Play Day
Mathew Bieszczat Volunteer Resource Center • Chicago, IL 60646
Learn about the amazing world of Ice Age Illinois with family-oriented games and activities. Ages 5 & up.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
Walk & Talk: Women’s History in Conservation Walk
Plum Creek Meadow • Cook County, IL 60411 (near Chicago Heights)
Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These hikes will be led at a slower pace with frequent stopping and interpretation. 1.8 miles.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
Marzanna Craft for Kids – in Polish
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305
Poznaj Słowiańską tradycję witania wiosny i stwórz własną “Marzannę”. Wstęp wolny, rejestracja pod numerem708-366-6530. Program dla dzieci do lat 12 w towarzystwie opiekuna.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making.
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Maple Syrup Festival
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062
Celebrate the arrival of spring with a special day of activities including crafts, games, tree tapping, and maple syrup history with syrup samples to taste.
Crabtree History Table
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010
Experience the past and present of our site through discussion and interaction.
Wellness in the Woods: Bike Ride
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center • Chicago, IL 60620
Bring your own bike and helmet and join us on a guided ride while learning about who Marshall “Major” Taylor was and his connection to the Forest Preserves on the trail named in his honor. About 16 miles.
Women’s Wilderness Walk
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480
Celebrate Women’s History Month with a guided walk and learn about women who helped shape the conservation field.
Artist as Naturalist
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439
Celebrate Women's History Month by learning how artists made scientific discoveries accessible to society.
Postponed Spring Nature Camp
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120
Learn the significance of spring in Native American culture while participating in various timed activities with Trickster Cultural Center.
Arab American Heritage Walk
Wolf Road Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)
Take a 1.5 looped walk around Tomahawk Slough, stopping to read and learn about the Arab American community and their invaluable contributions to our country.
Arab American Heritage Walk
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480
In partnership with UIC Arab American Cultural Center and Arab American Family Services, have fun learning about Arab American culture through a guided walk, storytelling, and arts and crafts activities. 11 am to 1 pm: Arts and Crafts activities 11:15 am: Guided Walk 12 pm: Storytelling
Protecting the Nightscape: The Hows and Whys of Natural Darkness
Zoom Presentation
Dark nights are one of the most natural elements of life on Earth. Nearly every ecosystem depends on darkness as much as light for its well-being. We are no exception. Yet, in a little more than a century, we've dramatically altered our world by our unfettered use of light at night. Learn about the many […]
Story Trail
Catherine Chevalier Woods • Chicago, IL 60656
In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, experience a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home upon story trail completion. Grove 1.
Night Hike: Stars and Stories
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620
Join in and listen to the story "Under the Drinking Gourd" and learn the significance of why reading the stars was important for survival.
Arab American Heritage Month
Rubio Woods • Cook County, IL 60445 (near Midlothian)
Join us in celebrating Arab American Heritage Month! Immerse yourself in the rich cultural contributions and diverse heritage of Arab Americans. Start the day at 9:30 am with a fun run with The Refugee Life Foundation, then at 10 am—learn, share and celebrate with us as we recognize the important role Arab Americans play in […]
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Trivia Walk
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center • Chicago, IL 60620
Enjoy a self-guided walk while learning about the role Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders play in conservation.
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Community Powwow: Murdered and Missing Indigenous Relatives
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646
In partnership with the American Indian Health Services Center, St. Kateri Center, Trickster Cultural Center, American Indian Center-Chicago, and the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Join us to bring awareness to the obstacles the native communities have faced historically in seeking justice for these relatives. Drop-in.
Wildcrafting Throughout History
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473
Join us on a guided walk to learn about ways people have sustainably and ethically lived off the land throughout history.
Kite Fest
Barrington Road Pond • Hoffman Estates, IL 60194
In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, participate in all thing’s kites. Timed flying demonstration, crafts, and more.
Nature Block Party
Eggers Grove • Chicago, IL 60617
Join us for a day of celebration and exploration as we honor the incredible diversity of life at Eggers Grove.