Disability Pride Month: Sensory Walk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Gain a new perspective of the world by using different senses.
Free
Events in Northwest Cook County
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Maker Space for Nature Play!
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010All ages are welcome to create, paint and sculpt.
Free
Scat-venger Hunt
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Drop in to get the scoop on poop as you hunt for scat.
Free
Scat-venger Hunt
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Drop in to get the scoop on poop as you hunt for scat.
Free
Wee Wandering Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010A special program for little naturalists. Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3 to […]
Free
Camping & Cooking 101
Camp Reinberg • Palatine, IL 60074This 2-hour workshop covers camping and outdoor cooking basics. Camping and cooking gear provided. All ages.
Free
Movies in the Parks
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Sit under the stars and enjoy a family film at Elgin’s own beautiful Forest Preserve! BYO-blanket and bug spray. Refreshments […]
Free
Teen Exploration Day: Teen Hiking Meet-up
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Spend time with other teenagers in the community, experiencing nature by learning about local plants and animals, and socializing on […]
Free
Camping 101: Overnight!
Camp Reinberg • Palatine, IL 60074Part workshop, part campout! Learn camping skills, then spend the night.
$50
Let’s Go Find Some Bugs!
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Summer bug hunt. Ages 6 and up.
Free
Forest Therapy
Busse Forest-South • Cook County, IL 60007 (near Elk Grove Village)Awaken your senses and renew your bond with nature with a Certified Forest Therapy Guide. Ages 18 & up. Grove […]
Free
Busse Night Ride
Busse Lake Boating Center • Cook County, IL 60007 (near Elk Grove Village)Don’t miss this unique opportunity to ride the Busse Woods trail at sunset, twilight or in the dark! Tickets include […]
Free
The Science of Snakes
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Learn about these reptiles with fun activities and a walk.
Free
Evening Insect Safari
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Come hear our late summer insects on a guided walk.
Free
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Art in Nature Festival
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Come observe artists at work. Art activities for both kids and adults. Music, dance and artwork for sale.
Free
Forest Therapy
Deer Grove-West • Cook County, IL 60010 (near Barrington)Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. Ages 16 & up. Registration: thatforestfeeling.com/register
Free
Restoration Workday
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Help protect our natural areas by collecting seeds or removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up w/ adult. […]
Free
Art in the Prairie
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Go on a walk and create nature-inspired art. Supplies provided.
Free
Camping 101
Camp Reinberg • Palatine, IL 600741.5-hour long workshop covering basic camping skills. All ages.
Free
Fall Nature Camp
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Learn the significance of harvest season in Native American culture while participating in various activities. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center. […]
Free
Story Trail
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home […]
Free
Fall Nature Camp
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Learn the significance of harvest season in Native American culture while participating in various activities. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center. […]
Free
Fall Equinox Walk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Celebrate the coming equinox with a 1.5-mile walk.
Free
Party for the Preserves: Litter Clean-up
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010In honor of National CleanUp Day, help care for our natural world. Drop in anytime and pick up supplies for […]
Free
Solar Day Drop In
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010View our nearest star with NW Suburban Astronomers.
Free
Fall Nature Camp
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Learn the significance of harvest season in Native American culture while participating in various activities. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center. […]
Free
One Voyage 5K Run & Walk
Busse Forest-Central • Cook County, IL 60007 (near Elk Grove Village)Help get youth from the Chicagoland area into the outdoors by participating in run fun for the entire family. Register: […]
Free
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Pedal the Preserves
Carl R. Hansen Woods • Cook County, IL 60192 (near Schaumburg)Learn basics, simple maintenance, and safe riding skills then explore the trail. Family-friendly. Loaner bikes upon request to first 15 […]
Free
Hoarders
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Come watch animals stocking up their larders for winter. All ages.
Free
Story Trail
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home […]
Free