Explore the Forest
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Learn about and celebrate the different facets of the Forest Preserves through animal encounters, arts and crafts, and much more!
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Northwest Cook County
Spring Bird Migration Walk
Horizon Farm • Barrington Hills, IL 60010Sponsored by Citizens for Conservation, track spring bird migration with naturalists on a guided walk. Ages 10 & up.
Tour of Tallgrass Prairies
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for a 3-mile walk to enjoy and learn about tallgrass prairies. Ages 12 & up.
Summer Nature Camp
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Learn the significance of summer in Native American culture while participating in various activities. All ages. Presented by Trickster Cultural […]
Busse Lake Outdoors Day & Fishing Derby
Busse Lake Boating Center • Cook County, IL 60007 (near Elk Grove Village)Free fishing derby, tree climb, nature play, animal encounters and more! Enjoy local food and win prizes. Grove 25.
Sweet Clover Pull
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Help us improve the quality of our prairies. Hat, water, sturdy shoes, gloves, long sleeves and long pants required. Children […]
Nature Mandalas
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Relax your mind and rejuvenate by creating mandalas with geometric patterns out of natural materials. All ages welcome.
Nature Explorer Camp
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Discover the plants and animals of the preserves through exploration, games and crafts. Ages 7-11. Registration opens April 1 and […]
$30
Without Limits: Recreation for All!
Busse Lake Boating Center • Cook County, IL 60007 (near Elk Grove Village)Individuals with physical disabilities and their friends and families can explore nature through adaptive cycling, paddling, rock wall climbing and […]
Pond Dippin’
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Come and explore what small creatures live in our wetlands. Wear clothes and shoes that can get muddy and wet.
Firefly Night Hike
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for a casual stroll on our trails to learn more about our glowing insect friends.
Paddle Day
Busse Lake Boating Center • Cook County, IL 60007 (near Elk Grove Village)Paddlers of all skill levels can experience nature by exploring these waterways. Equipment provided. Timed paddles. Ages 5 & up. […]