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: […]
Help get youth from the Chicagoland area into the outdoors by participating in run fun for the entire family. Register: […]
Learn basics, simple maintenance, and safe riding skills then explore the trail. Family-friendly. Loaner bikes upon request to first 15 […]
Come watch animals stocking up their larders for winter. All ages.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home […]
Join us for a guided bilingual nature walk exploring how all of nature is interconnected, including us. Únase a nosotros […]
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home […]
Learn and observe who moves when winter approaches.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home […]
Come out for an afternoon of aquatic education and casting lessons. Ages 12 & up.
Find out best practices that support native pollinators.
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, enjoy a self-guided walk and learn about indigenous naturalists.
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, enjoy a self-guided walk and learn about indigenous naturalists.
Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3-6 w/ adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a […]
Discover the natural world with a themed activity. Ages 55 & up.
Join us for a self-guided walk on our candlelit pumpkin trails.
Help protect our natural areas by collecting seeds or removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up w/ adult. […]
Find all the hidden pumpkins during a fun self-guided scavenger hunt. Costumes encouraged.
Let the fall color be your inspiration as you paint and create leaf art. Ages 3-7 w/ adult.
Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3-6 w/ adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a […]
Get to know the ducks and geese on Crabtree Lake.
Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3-6 w/ adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a […]
Ever wonder why we intentionally set fires in spring and fall? Come learn how prescribed fires help manage ecosystems.
Humans have many uses for plants. On Veterans Day, we will observe how they were used in the military.
Discover the natural world with a themed activity. Ages 55 & up.
Walk candlelit trails and enjoy a hot cocoa bar and s’mores at a bonfire. LGBTQ2S+ people and allies are welcome. […]
Help protect our natural areas by collecting seeds or removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up w/ adult. […]
Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3-6 w/ adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a […]
WHoo’s calling out in the dark of night? Listen for owls. Ages 10 & up.
Help protect our natural areas by collecting seeds or removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up w/ adult. […]
Our native woodpeckers, that’s who! Learn about their adaptations, make your own feeder, and go on a binocular hunt.
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.