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SUMMARY:Nature Photography
DESCRIPTION:View fall colors and take pictures during a leisurely walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-photography/
LOCATION:Sauk Trail Woods-Central\, IL
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,Photography,South Cook County
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SUMMARY:Fall Photography
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a guided walk to view and photograph fall colors. For all levels and camera types. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-photography-2/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Photography,Youth
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SUMMARY:Fall in Focus
DESCRIPTION:Bring a camera or phone and join a guided photography hike. Ages 10 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-in-focus/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Photography,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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SUMMARY:Doggie Date Night
DESCRIPTION:Calling all dog lovers! Costume dog parade\, crafts\, photo booth and raffle prizes. Dogs must be friendly and remain on leash.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/doggie-date-night-3/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,Photography,South Cook County
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SUMMARY:Sunset Photography Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join Crabtree Nature Photographers’ Meetup Group for a guided sunset walk and capture nature in the fading light.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sunset-photography-meetup-4/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County,Photography
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SUMMARY:Hummingbird Photography Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join nature photographer\, Jim Vincent to learn how and when to take amazing pictures of hummingbirds using your camera and cell phone. The indoor presentation with a Q&A session will be followed by outdoor observation and photography. Jim will share his top tips to set-up your garden for optimal photos and what gear works best for your skill level. Learn about composition\, backgrounds\, and using available light. Jim enjoys being a Midwest photographer and visits local nature centers and forest preserves frequently.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hummingbird-photography-workshop/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Birding,Education,Photography,Southwest Cook County
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SUMMARY:Sunset Photography Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join nature photographers for a guided walk to explore the grounds and capture nature in the fading light of dusk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sunset-photography-meetup-3/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County,Photography
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SUMMARY:Sunset Photography Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join nature photographers for a guided walk to explore the grounds and capture nature in the fading light of dusk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sunset-photography-meetup-2/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County,Photography
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SUMMARY:Cell Phone Photography for Teens
DESCRIPTION:Explore our trails through a camera lens to learn tips on taking nature photos with your cell phone. Ages 13-17.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/cell-phone-photography-for-teens/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Photography,Youth
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SUMMARY:Nature Photography
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the summer landscapes and bring your own camera to capture the beauty along our trail.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-photography-3/
LOCATION:Sauk Trail Woods-Central\, IL
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,Photography,South Cook County
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SUMMARY:Sunset Photography Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join nature photographers for a guided walk to explore the grounds and capture nature in the fading light of dusk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sunset-photography-meetup/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County,Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T150000
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SUMMARY:Doggie Date Night
DESCRIPTION:Calling all dog lovers! Dog-themed offerings include costume parade\, crafts for your furry friends\, photo booth\, raffle prizes\, and more. Dogs must be pet and person-friendly and remain on a leash.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/doggie-date-night-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,Photography,South Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T130000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Photography
DESCRIPTION:Bring your own camera and learn the basics of photography. Then\, put your knowledge to the test in the field.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/introduction-to-photography/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Hiking & Walking,Photography,South Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260123T140000
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SUMMARY:Nature Photography
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the winter landscapes and bring a camera to capture the beauty along our trail.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-photography-2/
LOCATION:Sauk Trail Woods-Central\, IL
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,Photography,South Cook County
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T090000
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SUMMARY:Winter Photography
DESCRIPTION:An outdoor workshop focusing on amazing winter scenes. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/winter-photography-2/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Cook County,Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000
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SUMMARY:Fall Photography
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a guided walk to view and photograph fall colors. For all levels. Register by 10/9. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-photography/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Photography
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
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SUMMARY:Nature Sketching & Photography Meetup (Drop-in)
DESCRIPTION:Inviting all sketchers and photographers to meet at the nature center to use our beautiful landscape to create and share images.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-sketching-photography-meetup-drop-in/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,History & Culture,Photography,Southwest Cook County
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SUMMARY:Nocturnal Photography
DESCRIPTION:Learn the fundamentals of capturing digital nighttime photos using a camera or smartphone. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nocturnal-photography/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Photography,Southwest Cook County
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