Walk & Talk
Plum Creek Meadow • Cook County, IL 60411 (near Chicago Heights)Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
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Sand Ridge Heritage Day
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Celebrate the rich heritage of the Calumet region. On this day, we will collaborate with various partner organizations that host […]
Walk Off That Turkey
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Rustle through the fallen leaves on a guided 1-mile fitness walk.
Winter Wellness Walk
Sauk Trail Woods-Central • South Chicago Heights, IL 60411Experience the health benefits that nature provides on a crisp winter walk. Ages 13 & up. 3.4 miles.
Holiday Past
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Visit our pioneer cabins as we celebrate winter holiday traditions. Play with handmade toys, make a craft, and see what’s […]
Candle Lantern Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Walk the trails with a candle lantern as you discover signs of nighttime forest activity.
Fitness Hike
Eggers Grove • Chicago, IL 60617Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster-paced with little to no […]
Winter Bonfire
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Join us as we celebrate the beginning of winter with a large bonfire, artmaking, nature walks and more.
Winter Solstice Potluck
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Celebrate the shortest day of the year with a potluck and s’mores by the campfire.
Winter Feeder Big Sit
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for an up-close look at the brave birds staying local during winter at our feeders. Hot chocolate provided.
Art in Nature
Dan Ryan Woods-South • Chicago, IL 60620In this instructor-led course, create a painting inspired by nature. All materials provided. Ages 15 and up.
Kwanzaa Celebration
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center • Chicago, IL 60620Seven days of music and nature-based activities following the seven principles: Day 1: Dec 26 - Umoja (Unity) Day 2: […]
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