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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to owls followed by a relaxing walk to search for owls.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T090000
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SUMMARY:Nature Play Day
DESCRIPTION:Help your children connect with nature through stories\, art and exploration.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-play-day/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T080000
DTSTAMP:20260811T145539Z
CREATED:20260811T145539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T145539Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Mornings are for the Birds!
DESCRIPTION:Observe fall migrants visiting Sand Ridge during their journey south for winter.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/tuesday-mornings-are-for-the-birds-3/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T100000
DTSTAMP:20260811T145827Z
CREATED:20260811T145827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T145827Z
UID:10013577-1789898400-1789898400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Restoration Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Help us improve our wildlife habitat by cutting and removing invasive species. Ages 8 & up. Ages 15 & under w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-sunday-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T080000
DTSTAMP:20260814T195018Z
CREATED:20260803T193719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195018Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-3/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.68965448;-87.52772533
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260813T164930Z
CREATED:20260813T164930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T164930Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Exploration Day: Pond Dipping
DESCRIPTION:Drop in at the Redwing Trail pond to observe wetland inhabitants and macroorganisms. Geared towards teens & their families.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/teen-exploration-day-pond-dipping/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T123000
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CREATED:20260813T174531Z
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SUMMARY:Hike the Freedom Trail: Bus and Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Follow the tale of Freedom Seekers through the Calumet Region. Presented with Midwest Underground Railroad Network.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hike-the-freedom-trail-bus-and-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Beaubien Woods Boat Launch
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.6553645;-87.591263
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260919T183105Z
CREATED:20260902T220349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T183105Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Nature Wellness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest bathing guides during these slow and leisurely walks that can lead to improved mental and physical health. A beautiful tea ceremony will be conducted after the walk. These walks are designed for those 18 and older.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-nature-wellness-walk/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
DTSTAMP:20260813T194107Z
CREATED:20260813T182018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T194107Z
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SUMMARY:Buckthorn Dyeing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Katelyn Patton to learn basics of plant-based dyes while deepening your relationship to local ecology.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/buckthorn-dyeing-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,South Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.73766183;-87.68113707
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T080000
DTSTAMP:20260811T145517Z
CREATED:20260811T145517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T145517Z
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Mornings are for the Birds!
DESCRIPTION:Observe fall migrants visiting Sand Ridge during their journey south for winter.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/tuesday-mornings-are-for-the-birds-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,South Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260811T144109Z
CREATED:20260811T144109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T144109Z
UID:10013560-1789304400-1789304400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Fall Colors
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-fall-colors-5/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/sand-ridge-group-child-01-nov25.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T174050Z
CREATED:20260813T174050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T174050Z
UID:10013718-1789218000-1789228800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Paddle at Beaubien Woods
DESCRIPTION:Paddle along the Little Calumet River. All ages. First come\, first served.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/paddle-at-beaubien-woods/
LOCATION:Beaubien Woods Boat Launch
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Paddling,South Cook County
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/paddling-canoe-flat-foot-lake-beaubien-woods-jun19.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.6553645;-87.591263
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T201607Z
CREATED:20260813T165239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T201607Z
UID:10013716-1789218000-1789218000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Aztec Dance Performance: La Danza de los Concheros
DESCRIPTION:Experience a journey into Mexico’s ancient Aztec culture of music\, song and dance. Presented with Xochitl-Quetzal Danza Azteca.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/aztec-dance-performance-la-danza-de-los-concheros/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Senior,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/camp-shabbona-woods-nov16.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60537779;-87.56303721
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260813T194054Z
CREATED:20260813T184916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T194054Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness in the Woods: Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free 60-minute class focused on building stability\, flexibility\, and relaxation through the practices of breath-work\, mindful movement\, and meditation. Liz\, from Serendipity Yoga and Wellness in Homewood\, will help you bring balance and ease to your mind and body through a series of seated\, kneeling\, lying\, and standing poses. Please come dressed comfortably in active wear with your yoga mat (if you have one). The class will be held indoors.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wellness-in-the-woods-yoga/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Fitness,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/wellness-woods-banner.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.73766183;-87.68113707
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T140000
DTSTAMP:20260909T141858Z
CREATED:20260813T174315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T141858Z
UID:10013720-1789207200-1789221600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Intro to Paddling
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Chicago River for a fun day of introductory paddling.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/intro-to-paddling-2/
LOCATION:Wampum Lake\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Paddling,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.5715772;-87.59199747
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T212000Z
CREATED:20260813T175251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T212000Z
UID:10013725-1789032600-1789045200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Paddle & Plant
DESCRIPTION:Help restore habitat by planting native species from canoes. Presented with Friends of the Chicago River.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/plant-and-paddle-4/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,Paddling,South Cook County,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/little-calumet-river-cleanup-canoe-2-jun14.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.63125135;-87.64430485
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T100000
DTSTAMP:20260811T143743Z
CREATED:20260811T143743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T143743Z
UID:10013556-1788948000-1788948000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Fall Colors
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-fall-colors-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/sand-ridge-group-child-01-nov25.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60593301;-87.56574946
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T211930Z
CREATED:20260813T175203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T211930Z
UID:10013724-1788946200-1788958800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Paddle & Plant
DESCRIPTION:Help restore habitat by planting native species from canoes. Presented with Friends of the Chicago River.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/plant-and-paddle/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,Paddling,South Cook County,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/little-calumet-river-cleanup-canoe-2-jun14.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.63125135;-87.64430485
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T080000
DTSTAMP:20260811T145433Z
CREATED:20260811T145433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T145433Z
UID:10013571-1788854400-1788854400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Tuesday Mornings are for the Birds!
DESCRIPTION:Observe fall migrants visiting Sand Ridge during their journey south for winter.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/tuesday-mornings-are-for-the-birds/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,South Cook County
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/wolrd-migratory-bird-day-sagawau-birding-group-binocs-14-may25.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60593301;-87.56574946
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260906T150000
DTSTAMP:20260811T144940Z
CREATED:20260811T144940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T144940Z
UID:10013568-1788699600-1788706800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Green Lake Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Restore the garden and help pollinators. No experience needed. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/green-lake-gardening-4/
LOCATION:Green Lake Woods\, 1100 River Oaks Drive\, Calumet City\, 60409
CATEGORIES:Gardening,South Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/river-trail-nature-center-bumblebee-jerry-attere-sep21.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60428306;-87.55630667
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T133000
DTSTAMP:20260811T143356Z
CREATED:20260811T143356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T143356Z
UID:10013553-1788615000-1788615000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Live Healthy\, Discover Nature! Walk
DESCRIPTION:Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4-mile walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/live-healthy-discover-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/sand-ridge-campus-trail-sebasthian-picasso-aug21.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60593301;-87.56574946
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T080000
DTSTAMP:20260814T194947Z
CREATED:20260803T193621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T194947Z
UID:10013390-1788595200-1788595200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.68965448;-87.52772533
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260813T194049Z
CREATED:20260813T193544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T194049Z
UID:10013735-1788426000-1788436800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Tiny Tot Day
DESCRIPTION:Join your little ones and enjoy nature through movement\, art and sensory play.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/tiny-tot-day-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Music,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.73766183;-87.68113707
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T193000
DTSTAMP:20260827T212416Z
CREATED:20260514T212719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T212416Z
UID:10013261-1788031800-1788031800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Bat & Nighthawk Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk around our 1-mile dogwood trail and look for and listen to bats and nighthawks.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bat-nighthawk-walk/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60537779;-87.56303721
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Camp Shabbona Woods 15810 S Torrence Ave South Holland IL 60473 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=15810 S Torrence Ave:geo:-87.56303721,41.60537779
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T201930Z
CREATED:20260514T201930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T201930Z
UID:10013236-1787943600-1787950800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Night of Nature Play
DESCRIPTION:Experience nature at night through open play\, star gazing and s’mores.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/night-of-nature-play-8/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Campfire,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.68965448;-87.52772533
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T130000
DTSTAMP:20260707T184806Z
CREATED:20260514T201745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T184806Z
UID:10013235-1787391000-1787403600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Plant and Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Help restore habitat by planting native species from canoes. Gear provided. Presented with Friends of the Chicago River.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/plant-and-paddle-3/
LOCATION:Little Calumet Boat Launch\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,Paddling,South Cook County,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.65099762;-87.65846633
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T100000
DTSTAMP:20260710T210830Z
CREATED:20260514T210640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T210830Z
UID:10013255-1787385600-1787392800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:The Hum About Hummingbirds
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to learn about hummingbirds and observe them at our feeders. Light refreshments provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/the-hum-about-hummingbirds/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60593301;-87.56574946
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave South Holland IL 60473 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=15891 S Paxton Ave:geo:-87.56574946,41.60593301
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260817T185127Z
CREATED:20260817T185022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T185127Z
UID:10013860-1787335200-1787342400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nighthawk Watch
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Plum Creek for an evening spotting Common Nighthawks on their migration route to South America! A nighthawk watch is as laid back as bird watching gets: \n1. Sit in your lawn chair \n2. Look up! \nThese fast-flying insect eaters are in the nightjar family (aka goatsuckers in the Old World\, but that’s a story you’ll have to wait till the watch to hear) and will be way up in loose flocks. Like meteors\, they may come from any direction\, maybe because no matter where they breed in North America\, they meet up in the Mississippi Flyway to cross the Gulf of Mexico on their way south. \nThe cul-de-sac at the end of Plum Creek Meadow’s parking lot has a big\, gorgeous\, wide-open view of the sky. Bring your lawn chair and eagle eyes to help us spot any nighthawks meeting up in the midwest as they leave until next May.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nighthawk-watch/
LOCATION:Plum Creek Meadow\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Bird Alliance":MAILTO:CBA@chicagobirdalliance.org
GEO:41.48463085;-87.53374607
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260821T200000
DTSTAMP:20260729T142952Z
CREATED:20260501T154645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T142952Z
UID:10012793-1787333400-1787342400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nature Skate Day
DESCRIPTION:Bring your best skating routines or just roll along to the music for the third annual Nature Skate Day. The parking lots by Groves 13 & 14 will turn into a roller rink under the lights as a DJ fills the air with music. Helmets are required and there will be limited helmets available. Struggling Black Girl Magic Club will also be on hand to give out free skating equipment (while supplies last). Bicycles are welcome but they will be asked to remain outside of the skating loop. All ages and abilities are welcome to this free event! Drop-ins welcome\, but registration is encouraged.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-skate-day/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods-East\, W 87th St\, west of S Damen Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Music,Nature Play,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.7357241;-87.6760516
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Dan Ryan Woods-East W 87th St west of S Damen Ave Chicago IL 60620 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=W 87th St\, west of S Damen Ave:geo:-87.6760516,41.7357241
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T130000
DTSTAMP:20260707T184759Z
CREATED:20260514T201631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T184759Z
UID:10013234-1787218200-1787230800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Plant and Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Help restore habitat by planting native species from canoes. Gear provided. Presented with Friends of the Chicago River.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/plant-and-paddle-2/
LOCATION:Little Calumet Boat Launch\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,Paddling,South Cook County,Volunteer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/little-calumet-river-cleanup-canoe-2-jun14.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.65099762;-87.65846633
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