Fridays in the Field
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers.
Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers.
Learn about these fascinating creatures while watching them over the river.
Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers.
Welcome the school year with a day of community give-a-ways, school supply distribution, and adventure such as archery, kids tree […]
Nature stories, crafts, and activities. Children ages 3 to 6 with adult.
Enjoy a morning in the preserves and learn the basics of photography using a smartphone. Grove 1. (Teen exploration day; […]
Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers.
Nature conversations with a naturalist. BYO-mug and we’ll provide the beverages.
Explore the uniqueness of Skokie Lagoons by way of water. Equipment provided. In partnership with Chicago River Canoe & Kayak.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Nature stories, crafts, and activities. Children ages 3 to 6 with adult.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our ambassador animals.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our ambassador animals.
Nature stories and crafts. Children ages 3-6 w/ adult.
Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. Ages 16 & up. Grove 2.
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Walk our gardens to learn about native plants then sample different infused teas made from them.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 10 & up. Children under 15 w/ adult. Register by 9/11 […]
Enjoy food, drinks, games, Jesse White Tumblers, animal ambassadors, free give-a-ways, and much more. Presented by the Forest Preserves of […]
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Join an exclusive after-hours moonlit paddle through the Skokie Lagoons. Ages 8 & up. Register: chicagoriver.org/events
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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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Sign UpThe 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.