Events in South Cook County
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Forest Therapy
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. […]
Fall Nature Wellness Walk
Lansing Woods • Cook County, IL 60438 (near Lansing)Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has […]
Live Healthy, Discover Nature! Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Venture out on our scenic trails for a 3- to 4-mile guided […]
Owl-o-ween Prowl
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for a not-so-spooky night! Learn about and search for these […]
Open Nature Play Day
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center • Chicago, IL 60620Bring your little one for open nature play time and help your […]
Teen Exploration Days at Sand Ridge
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us after hours each month for fun activities. Spanish speakers welcome! […]
Meet Our Birds
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn more about our flighted ambassador animals and discover their unique adaptations.
Wee Wonders
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through music, movement, stories, and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. […]
National Native American Heritage Month History Walk
Sauk Trail Woods-Central • South Chicago Heights, IL 60411Take a stroll on a 3.4-mile paved loop and learn the origin […]
Walk and Talk
Plum Creek Meadow • Cook County, IL 60411 (near Chicago Heights)Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to […]
Sand Ridge: Calumet Heritage Day
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Discover the Calumet Region’s rich heritage and cultural history through regional activities, […]
Walk off that Turkey
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Rustle through the fallen leaves on a guided 1-mile fitness walk.
We’re ‘Owl’ Ears!
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for an early morning walk as we keep our eyes […]
Restoration Sunday
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Help restore our woodlands by cutting down invasive species and having a […]
Tiny Tot Adventures
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for an adventure in nature through movement, stories and artmaking. […]
Wellness in the Woods: Yoga
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for a free class focused on building stability, flexibility and […]
Live Healthy Discover Nature! Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4- […]
Holiday Past
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Visit our pioneer cabins as we celebrate winter holiday traditions. Play with […]
Wee Wonders: Hibernation
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.
Nature Photography
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center • Chicago, IL 60620Enjoy the winter landscapes along our trail and bring a camera to […]
Winter Bonfire
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Join us as we celebrate the beginning of winter with a large […]
Full Moon Owl Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for an early morning stroll in search of owls followed […]
Tiny Tot Adventures
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for an adventure in nature through movement, stories and artmaking. […]
Event Locations
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.
Event Categories
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- Adaptive
- Animal Encounter
- Archery
- Arts & Crafts
- Astronomy
- Bicycling
- Birding
- Camping
- Cross-Country Skiing
- Education
- Film
- Fishing
- Fitness
- Food & Beverage
- Nature Play
- Gardening
- Hiking & Walking
- History & Culture
- Music
- Paddling
- Photography
- Senior
- Storytelling
- Volunteer
- Wellness in the Woods
- Yoga
Events Guide
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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The 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.