Knitting in Nature: An Introduction

Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

With nature as our backdrop, learn the basics of knitting and simple techniques. Supplies provided. Drop in.

Fridays in the Field: Turtles

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Univ. of IL Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities on the grounds when the […]

Fitness Hike

Swallow Cliff Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

Fitness Hikes are over 3.1 miles, offer less information and are at a faster pace. 8 miles.

National Moth Week: Morning Moths

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

Celebrate National Moth Week. Learn about local moths. Ages 12 & up.

OWLS: Older Wiser Learners – Prairie Sweep

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

Start your day with refreshments and fellow OWLS. A casual conversation followed by a nature-themed program.

Walk and Talk: Spears Woods

Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]

Wild Edibles in Your Garden

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Join us as we discuss and sample some of Mother Nature’s edibles that can be grown in your garden.

Fridays in the Field: Hawks

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Univ. of IL Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities on the grounds when the […]

I am a Scientist: Ecology

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Ignite your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity: explore, experiment, and make discoveries in the natural world. Ages 4-5 w/adult.

Fridays in the Field: Stinging Insects

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Univ. of IL Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities on the grounds when the […]

Songs of Summer

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

Enjoy the songs of cicadas echoing through the trees. Join a guided walk to find these diurnal singing insects.

CAMBr Meltdown

Pulaski Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

The Palos Meltdown is Chicagoland’s premier mountain bike event, with racing for all ages and abilities. Free for spectators.