South Cook County
Events
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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 predators of the night. Candy provided. Costumes encouraged!
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Fall Fungi Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn mushroom ID basics on a guided walk. Ages 18 & up. Ages 13-17 w/ adult.
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Stars, Stories, and Smores
FeaturedDan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for s’mores by the fire, storytelling, astronomy and more.
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Walk & Talk
Plum Creek Meadow • Cook County, IL 60411 (near Chicago Heights)Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Sand Ridge: Calumet Heritage Day
FeaturedSand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us as we explore the heritage of the Calumet Region with guided walks, regional activities and displays.
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Wellness in the Woods: Yoga
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for a free 45-minute class focused on building stability, flexibility, and relaxation through the practices of breath-work, mindful movement, and meditation. Liz, from […]
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Open Nature Play Day
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Bring your little one for open nature play time. Enjoy the Dan Ryan Woods Nature Play space while helping your children connect with nature. Enjoy […]
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Fitness Hike
Yankee Woods • Cook County, IL 60477 (near Tinley Park)Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to no stopping or interpretation. 3 […]
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Evening Owl Prowl
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for a walk as we look and listen for owls on the hunt for mates and territory.
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Wee Wonders: Owls!
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.
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National Native American Heritage Month History Walk
Sauk Trail Woods-Central • South Chicago Heights, IL 60411Take a stroll and learn the origin of the name Sauk Woods. 3.4 miles.
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Seed Swap & Plant Exchange
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Plant lovers unite! Native plant presentations are followed by seed and plant sharing. Bring a mug; warm beverages provided.
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Earth & Echo: A Black Nature Poetry Gathering
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Discussion on Black Nature: Four Centuries of African American Nature Poetry by Camille Dungy. Must bring own copy. Presented by the Mbwakawen Harambee Collective.
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Wee Wonders: Owls!
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.
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Teen Exploration Day: Crafternoon
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452Use nature to inspire art. Try your hand at a variety of arts and crafts. Ages 13-19.
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Scarves, Hats & What-have-yous
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Enjoy knitting and crochet fiber arts in a relaxing, natural environment. Bring your own materials or use ours.
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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 walk.
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Seeds of the Future
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for storytelling and a panel discussion followed by a seed swap. Presented by the Mbwakawen Harambee Collective.
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Wee Wonders: Furs
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
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Fiber Arts/Cozy Crafting
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Bring your own project or learn to crochet, knit, cross-stitch and more. Materials provided. Ages 13 & up.
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Canceled Winter Wellness Ride
Sauk Trail Woods-Central • South Chicago Heights, IL 60411Bundle up and experience cool winter rides and the health benefits nature provides. Ages 13 & up. 3.4-mile distance with a slow riding pace.
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Wellness in the Woods: Yoga
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for a free 45-minute class focused on building stability, flexibility, and relaxation through the practices of breathwork, mindful movement, and meditation. Liz, from […]
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Wee Wonders: Furs
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
Free • Registration Required
