The Sounds Natural Creative Retreat
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Sounds Natural invites families to enjoy art activities, food, music and workshops with the option to stay overnight in your […]
Sounds Natural invites families to enjoy art activities, food, music and workshops with the option to stay overnight in your […]
Join us each month as we care for the Sand Ridge Campus with a variety of activities! Earn service-learning hours. […]
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Enjoy a scavenger hunt that uses your five senses. Ages 5-13.
Join a staff person as you search for unique spring wildflowers.
Intro to camping for families. Includes meals, all camping gear and outdoor fun. $75/family (group up to 6).
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
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.
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Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.