Events in North Cook County
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What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Forest Therapy
Forest Therapy
Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. Ages 16 & up. Grove 2.
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Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
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What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Conservation@Home: Herbal Tea Party
Conservation@Home: Herbal Tea Party
Walk our gardens to learn about native plants then sample different infused teas made from them.
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
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River Trail Workdays
River Trail Workdays
Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 10 & up. Children under 15 w/ adult. Register by 9/11 […]
Fall Nature Fest
Fall Nature Fest
Enjoy food, drinks, games, Jesse White Tumblers, animal ambassadors, free give-a-ways, and much more. Presented by the Forest Preserves of […]
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
1 event,
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
Story Trail
Story Trail
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, experience a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home upon […]
Teen Exploration Day: Paleontology Mystery
Teen Exploration Day: Paleontology Mystery
Learn the science behind the study of fossils. Participate in a simulated fossil hunt to shed light on a 12,000-year-old […]
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River Trail Nightlife: Night Walk
River Trail Nightlife: Night Walk
Learn about nocturnal animals. Register by 9/17. Cost: $5/person. Ages 8 & up.
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National Clean Up Day
National Clean Up Day
Join us at River Trail and the surrounding preserves and clean up our natural world. Pick up supplies onsite. All […]
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
2 events,
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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3 events,
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
Story Trail
Story Trail
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, experience a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home upon […]
History of the Lagoons Paddle
History of the Lagoons Paddle
Explore the uniqueness of Skokie Lagoons by way of water. Equipment provided. In partnership with Chicago River Canoe & Kayak.
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Party for the Preserves
Party for the Preserves
Celebrate the Forest Preserves of Cook County on National Public Lands Day. Fall Flower Walks: 10:30 am & 1:30 pm […]
Community Powwow
Community Powwow
Join us to celebrate Native American culture while recognizing the theme ‘Every Child Matters.’ Enjoy traditional Powwow, native food, and […]
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Wildlife Connections
Wildlife Connections
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of […]
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Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
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Pumpkinpalooza
Pumpkinpalooza
Pumpkin painting, bowling, ring toss, leaf rubbing, fall-themed obstacle course, and more. Supplies limited. Presented with Jerome Witte, My Town Realty […]
What’s On The Menu?
What’s On The Menu?
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Event Locations
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.
Event Categories
- All Events
- Adaptive
- Animal Encounter
- Archery
- Arts & Crafts
- Astronomy
- Bicycling
- Birding
- Camping
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Education
- Film
- Fishing
- Fitness
- Food & Beverage
- Nature Play
- Gardening
- Hiking & Walking
- History & Culture
- Music
- Paddling
- Photography
- Senior
- Storytelling
- Volunteer
- Wellness in the Woods
- Yoga
Events Guide
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.
Events Guide (PDF)Nature Express Bus
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Sign UpEvent Accessibility
The Forest Preserves is committed to providing equal, integrated participation for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Nature Center hosting your event or program 72 hours in advance to request reasonable accommodations or inquire about site accessibility.
Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.