Green BEFORE Spring

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Learn about early spring invasive plants that are threatening the health of our forests.

Spring Equinox Walk and Tale

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

A folktale recited by a librarian from LaGrange Park Library will accompany this guided walk. Ages 7 & up.

New Moon Walk & Telescope Viewing

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Enjoy an evening walk and get a close-up view of the night sky. Caminata de luna nueva y observación del […]

Amphibian Adventures Camp

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Learn about native salamanders and frogs through field investigations, art and activities. $35 per child. Ages 8-10 yrs old.

$35

Walk and Talk

Red Gate 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 […]

Bird Walk

Oak Forest Heritage Preserve-East • Oak Forest, IL 60452

Join a naturalist as we explore a preserve while looking for local birds. Call 312-415-2970 for more information.

Photography Walk

Maple Lake-East – Mountain Bike Staging Area • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

Grab your camera and explore Paw Paw Woods Nature Preserve with us, designated as one of the highest quality natural […]

Lichen Hikin’

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

What is a lichen? Look at, identify, and learn about lichens on this naturalist-led hike. Ages 16 & up.

Having Fun Getting Fit in the Forest

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Join us for a fitness walk stopping at 10 stations to enhance your physical movements.

Signs of Spring

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

How 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 […]