Lichen Hikin’
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439What is a lichen? Look at, identify, and learn about lichens on this naturalist-led hike. Ages 16 & up.
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Southwest Cook County
Having Fun Getting Fit in the Forest
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for a fitness walk stopping at 10 stations to enhance your physical movements.
Signs of Spring
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439How do plants and animals respond to the longer days? Join us for a trail hike looking for signs of […]
Woodcock Walk
Orland Grassland • Cook County, IL 60467 (near Orland Park)Enjoy an evening walk in the preserves as we look for the spectacular flight displays of this unique bird. Please […]
Fishing Derby
Papoose Lake • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Join the Village of Palos Park and the Forest Preserves for a family-fun day of fishing.
Teen Exploration Day: Bird Banding
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Bird banding is scientific method of studying birds. Drop-in and visit the banders to learn more. Weather dependent. Teens encouraged […]
Weaving Workshop
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Create a small wall hanging art piece using natural materials. Supplies & instruction provided. Ages 10 & up w/adult. Hosted […]
Walk and Talk
Black Partridge Woods • Cook County, IL 60439 (near Lemont)Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Camping 101
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452Free workshop covering basic camping skills.
Nocturnal Nature Exploration for Girl Scouts!
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Explore the grounds at night. Open to Girl Scout Junior Troops.
Walk and Talk
Oak Forest Heritage Preserve-East • Oak Forest, IL 60452Walk & Talk Hikes are under 3.1 miles, have a theme and are slower paced. 1.7 miles.
International Bat Appreciation Day Drop In
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Learn about these misunderstood flying mammals. Activities and handouts provided.