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SUMMARY:Look Up at the Sky Day
DESCRIPTION:This special day during International Dark Sky Week encourages people to pause\, admire the sky’s beauty\, and reconnect with nature’s quiet wonder.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/look-up-at-the-sky-day/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T190000
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SUMMARY:Woodcocks at Dusk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the spectacle of the woodcocks’ courtship behavior. Ages 10 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/woodcocks-at-dusk/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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SUMMARY:Plant Appreciation Day: The Under-appreciated Plants
DESCRIPTION:Investigate some of the underappreciated gems that call Sagawau home on a short walk. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/plant-appreciation-day-the-under-appreciated-plants-2/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T110000
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SUMMARY:Arab American Heritage Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Experience art making\, cultural showcases and more honoring Arab American culture and contributions. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/arab-american-heritage-celebration/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T130000
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SUMMARY:Signs of Spring Walk
DESCRIPTION:Look for blooming wildflowers\, listen for animals and take in the smells of spring’s arrival. All ages. 3.4 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/signs-of-spring-walk-2/
LOCATION:Palos Park Woods-North
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T120000
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SUMMARY:R.I.P. Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Help us restore native habitats – Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Tools\, gloves & snack provided. Closed toed shoes & long pants encouraged. Children aged 15 & under w/adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/r-i-p-stewardship-6/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T080000
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SUMMARY:Fishing Derby
DESCRIPTION:Join the Village of Palos Park and the Forest Preserves for a family-fun day of fishing.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fishing-derby-5/
LOCATION:Papoose Lake\, IL
CATEGORIES:Fishing,Nature Play,Senior,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413
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SUMMARY:Camping Leadership Immersion Course
DESCRIPTION:This overnight course teaches essential camping skills. Complete the course\, then bring groups of up to 30 for overnight stays. Training required to access camping gear. $25/person.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/camping-leadership-immersion-course-4/
LOCATION:Camp Sullivan\, 14630 Oak Park Ave\, Oak Forest\, IL\, 60452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Campfire,Camping,Camping Leadership Immersion Course (CLIC),Education,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T190000
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SUMMARY:Woodcock Watch
DESCRIPTION:Witness the magical courtship display of the male woodcock. Bring binoculars.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/woodcock-watch-6/
LOCATION:Country Lane Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T100000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211725Z
CREATED:20260213T160358Z
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SUMMARY:S.E.N.I.O.R.S.
DESCRIPTION:Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Seniors can deepen their connection to the outdoors with fresh\, engaging nature programs offered each month. Ages 55 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/s-e-n-i-o-r-s-6/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T155936Z
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SUMMARY:Everyone in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join a sensory class where individuals with disabilities and homeschoolers can learn about nature. Participants must be with an adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/everyone-in-nature-5/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Education,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T203000
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SUMMARY:Little Red Rocks
DESCRIPTION:Share or enjoy music and poetry as the sun sets during our open-mic night.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/little-red-rocks-5/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Music,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260405T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T170810Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T170810Z
UID:10012521-1775394000-1775394000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a spring walk along the trails.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-walk-3/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T130000
DTSTAMP:20260215T225727Z
CREATED:20260215T225727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T225727Z
UID:10012670-1775307600-1775307600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:The Science of Clouds
DESCRIPTION:Learn how water vapor forms clouds with an indoor presentation and a short walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/the-science-of-clouds/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260215T212829Z
CREATED:20260215T212829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T212829Z
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SUMMARY:Salamanders
DESCRIPTION:Explore amphibian ecology on a walk to their seasonal breeding pools.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/salamanders/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260303T153806Z
CREATED:20260215T045413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T153806Z
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SUMMARY:Crafternoon-Paint and Sip
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for an evening of art and alcohol. We have templates to paint or do your own thing! BYOB\, cups provided. No glass allowed. Ages 21 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/crafternoon-paint-and-sip/
LOCATION:Camp Sullivan\, 14630 Oak Park Ave\, Oak Forest\, IL\, 60452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Camping,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T080000
DTSTAMP:20260215T045131Z
CREATED:20260215T045131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T045131Z
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SUMMARY:Amphibian Outing
DESCRIPTION:Join a walk and be on the lookout for amphibians during their most active time of year.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/amphibian-outing-2/
LOCATION:Spears Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T110000
DTSTAMP:20260213T162426Z
CREATED:20260213T162426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T162426Z
UID:10012511-1774778400-1774782000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Bring a yoga mat and towel. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/yoga-4/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T110000
DTSTAMP:20260215T212651Z
CREATED:20260215T212633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T212651Z
UID:10012651-1774695600-1774695600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Feeding Time
DESCRIPTION:Discover the diets and habitats of our ambassador animals and watch an engaging feeding demonstration.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/feeding-time-7/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T150000
DTSTAMP:20260213T222818Z
CREATED:20260213T222818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T222818Z
UID:10012536-1774688400-1774710000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:IDNR ENTICE Workshop: Weather\, Climate\, & Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the science behind climate\, weather\, and climate change and how to incorporate it into your classroom. PDH available.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/idnr-entice-workshop-weather-climate-climate-change/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T173000
DTSTAMP:20260209T152130Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T152130Z
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SUMMARY:Camping 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a workshop to learn basic skills like how to set up a tent\, build a fire\, dress for the weather and more!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/camping-101-16/
LOCATION:Camp Bullfrog Lake\, 9600 Wolf Road\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campfire,Camping,Camping 101,Education,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forest Preserves of Cook County Campgrounds":MAILTO:experience.camping@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T103000
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SUMMARY:Nature’s Art Box
DESCRIPTION:Explore the wild side of creativity! Kids ages 3–6 with an adult can enjoy hands-on nature-inspired art and activities. Supplies provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/natures-art-box-5/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T123000
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SUMMARY:Nature Illustration Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Guided nature illustrations class for all levels. Supplies provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-illustration-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000
DTSTAMP:20260217T204355Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T204355Z
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SUMMARY:Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These hikes will be led at a slower pace with frequent stopping and interpretation. 2.5 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk-15/
LOCATION:Red Gate Woods
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000
DTSTAMP:20260215T045003Z
CREATED:20260215T045003Z
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SUMMARY:Waterfowl Watch
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we peer through a spotting scope to watch and identify waterfowl. Ages 14 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/waterfowl-watch-8/
LOCATION:McGinnis Slough\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T222543Z
CREATED:20260213T222543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T222543Z
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SUMMARY:World Water Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Water Day with an indoor presentation and discussion on water rights and ethics.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/world-water-day-2/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T103000
DTSTAMP:20260305T211244Z
CREATED:20260215T212352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211244Z
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SUMMARY:Spring's First Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Create your own pressed flower field guide and learn about spring’s first blooms.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/springs-first-blooms/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T173000
DTSTAMP:20260309T144244Z
CREATED:20260213T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T144244Z
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SUMMARY:Printmaking Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to carve your own linoblock stamp. Materials provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/printmaking-workshop-5/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T222348Z
CREATED:20260213T222348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T222348Z
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SUMMARY:Baffling Brown Birds
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify sparrows of the Chicago region with an indoor presentation followed by a bird walk. Ages 16 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baffling-brown-birds/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T100000
DTSTAMP:20260303T153527Z
CREATED:20260204T160427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T153527Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about spring bird migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. All levels of birding skills welcome!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-19/
LOCATION:McGinnis Slough\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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