Spark in the Dark
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Enjoy a self-guided walk on a candlelit trail and warm up by the fire with your special someone. For Ages […]
Enjoy a self-guided walk on a candlelit trail and warm up by the fire with your special someone. For Ages […]
See what makes Crabtree special on a 3-mile hike before the big game.
Career naturalist, Cyndi Duda, will lead a hike on the 2-mile Phantom Prairie Trail on Wednesdays. This hike is weather […]
Learn birding basics in the warmth of our newly remodeled nature center.
Can you guess what animals have been visiting from the clues they’ve left behind? Learn about tracks, scat and more […]
Career naturalist, Cyndi Duda, will lead a hike on the 2-mile Phantom Prairie Trail on Wednesdays. This hike is weather […]
Join us for our themed sessions as we explore pottery. Ages 13 & up.
Learn about the importance of Black environmentalists and how the Forest Preserves’ trails relate to the Underground Railroad Movement.
Using a microscope, let’s go on a safari through the waters of Crabtree to see all the tiny creatures busily […]
Career naturalist, Cyndi Duda, will lead a hike on the 2-mile Phantom Prairie Trail on Wednesdays. This hike is weather […]
Celebrate Women’s History Month on a spring stroll discussing inspiring women who impacted our natural world.
Help us improve biodiversity and remove invasive plants. Outdoor work clothing required.
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.
Events Guide (PDF)Get free transportation to the Forest Preserves for your group.
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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.