Birds of Prey
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Meet one of our raptors and learn what makes these winged hunters so unique.
Events in North Cook County
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Community Powwow
Bunker Hill • Niles, IL 60714Join us to celebrate Native American culture while recognizing the theme “Every Child Matters.” Enjoy traditional Powwow, native food, and […]
Nurtured by Nature
Harms Woods-Central • Cook County, IL 60077 (near Skokie)Discover the physical, emotional and mental health benefits of nature through meditation, yoga and guided sensory hikes.
Creatures of the Night
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Experience some creepy, spooky, and nocturnal animals of the Forest Preserves.
Walk & Talk: Know Your Preserves
Camp Pine Woods • Cook County, IL 60056 (near Mount Prospect)Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Not Your Typical Pumpkin Party
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Why should the kids have all the fun? An adults-only pumpkin decorating night. Materials & refreshments provided. Ages 21 & […]
$25
Without Limits: Recreation for All!
Bunker Hill • Niles, IL 60714Individuals with physical disabilities and their friends and families are invited to explore nature through adaptive cycling and rock wall […]
Forest Therapy Walk
Dam No. 1 Woods-East • Wheeling, IL 60090Awaken your senses and renew your bond with the nature and the Preserves. Led by a Certified Forest Therapy guide. […]
Fall Paddle Festival
Tower Road Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60093 (near Winnetka)Participate in a canoe trip, fishing, archery, Dia de los Muertos-themed pumpkin painting, nature play, and Bach-to-Rock music. The rain […]
Fall Festival
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Celebrate the season with a special day of autumn fun, entertainment, beekeeping demonstrations, pumpkin painting, honey sales, activities and more! […]
Pumpkinpalooza
Bunker Hill • Niles, IL 60714Family-friendly activities including pumpkin painting and bowling, ring toss, leaf rubbings, fall-themed obstacle course, and more. In partnership with Jerome […]
Fall Photography
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Enjoy a guided walk to view and photograph seasonal nature. For all levels and camera types. Ages 13 & up.
Fall Paddle Afternoon
Tower Road Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60093 (near Winnetka)Mark the end of the paddling season with the Forest Preserves and enjoy one last trip on the water! All […]
The Return of Scary Stories
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Enjoy some spooky storytelling around the campfire. Ages 8 & up.
$3
Stars, Stories, & S’mores
LaBagh Woods • Chicago, IL 60630In partnership with Saint Kateri Center of Chicago, listen to storytelling, take a night hike, make a s’more, view stars, […]
Pedal the Preserves
Tower Road Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60093 (near Winnetka)Ride Illinois will lead a safety talk before we take off for a fun, casual, family-friendly bike. Loaner bikes available.
Camping 101
Camp Dan Beard • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us for a workshop covering basic camping skills. All ages.
Forest Therapy Walk
Bunker Hill • Niles, IL 60714Awaken your senses and renew your bond with the nature and the Preserves. Certified Forest Therapy guide. Ages 18 & […]
Changing Seasons
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn how local nature adjusts to the changing seasons and prepare for winter.
Walk & Talk: National Take a Hike Day
Linne Woods • Morton Grove, IL 60053Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Nocturnal Hunters – Owls
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn about the different attributes that make owls unique and fascinating.
Winter Bird Feeding
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn some basic winter bird feeding tips including which birds will visit your feeders this winter.
Woodworking with Invasives
Mathew Bieszczat Volunteer Resource Center • Chicago, IL 60646Repurpose the common European buckthorn into something new. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up.
Winter Bonfire
Camp Dan Beard • Northbrook, IL 60062Celebrate the start of the winter season with a giant bonfire under the night sky. Enjoy winter craft and star […]
Bird Feeding
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Drop in to learn the basics about winter bird feeding and pick up a do-it-yourself pinecone bird feeder craft.
Winter Workshop: Phone-tography 101 Walk
Harms Woods-Central • Cook County, IL 60077 (near Skokie)Enjoy an afternoon in the Preserves and learn the basics of photography using a smartphone.
Winter Fire Building Workshop
Camp Dan Beard • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn fire-building skills and stick around for a story and s’mores around the fire.
Evening Owl Prowl
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062A guided walk on our trails to search for local owls. Ages 8 & up.
Whoooo are the Owls in your Neighborhood?
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us and a special guest for a talk about owls.
Walk & Talk: Know your Preserves!
Tower Road Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60093 (near Winnetka)Get to know the Forest Preserves! Learn about the Forest Preserves while taking a slow hike.