R.I.P. Stewardship
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us as we Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Supplies provided. Age 17 and up w/adult.
Join us as we Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Supplies provided. Age 17 and up w/adult.
Join us for a “before hours” walk to experience the dawning of a new day.
Enjoy an evening walk through the woods. Open to all levels of Girl Scout Troops.
Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Ages 55 & up.
Create a small wall hanging art piece using natural materials. Supplies, instruction provided. Ages 10 & up, ages 10-17 w/adult. […]
Hike and learn while enjoying the fun of drawing and writing. Create a journal or bring your own.
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
How do plants and animals respond to the longer days? Join us for a walk looking for signs of spring’s […]
Help raise awareness of the importance of mental health while benefiting from time spent in nature.
Enjoy a short walk and investigate the unseen microhabitat that sustains a great diversity of organisms.
Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
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.
Printed copies of our quarterly Events Guide are available at our Nature Centers and General Headquarters. They may also be available at your local city hall or library. Know a location that should have our Events Guide? Contact us.
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Sign UpThe Forest Preserves is committed to providing equal, integrated participation for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Nature Center hosting your event or program 72 hours in advance to request reasonable accommodations or inquire about site accessibility.
Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.