Hoarders

Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

Let’s take a stroll through the woods and watch squirrels and chipmunks busily stocking their larders for survival through winter.

Plants in the Military

Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

Humans have many uses for plants, and on Veterans Day, we will observe how they were used in the military.

Woodworking with Invasives

Camp Reinberg • Palatine, IL 60074

Repurpose the common European buckthorn into something new. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up. Participants under 16 must be accompanied […]

Restoration Stewardship Day

Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

Put on some gloves and join us to remove invasive species. Tools and eye protection provided. Ages 8 & up. […]

Teen Exploration Day: Volunteer Stewardship

Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

Earn your service hours while helping the environment. Ages 13–17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Deer at Dusk

Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

Find out more about whitetail deer and what unique survival adaptations they have on a guided walk. 8 years & […]

Fitness Hike

Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

Join us for a fast paced 3-mile hike through all three of Crabtree’s habitats. Ages 18 & up.

Owl Prowl

Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

Join us for a short presentation to learn about our local owls and observe them on the trail. Ages 12 […]

Forest Therapy Walk

Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120

A Certified Forest Therapy guide will help you awaken your senses and renew your bond with nature. Ages 18 & […]

Owl Program

Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

Join us for an indoor presentation to learn about unique adaptations of owls that make them silent, skilled nocturnal hunters.

Winter Solstice Lantern Walk

Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

Celebrate the longest night of the year with an evening lantern walk. All ages.