Summer Shakeout
Orland Grassland South • Cook County, IL 60467 (near Orland Park)Enjoy a 1.6-mile walk or run through the prairie.
Enjoy a 1.6-mile walk or run through the prairie.
Join us for activities, viewing, and demos of how the birds are banded for tracking and research purposes.
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Spend some time in our hummingbird garden. Staff will answer your hummingbird questions.
Come join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult
Calling all amateur astronomers and night sky enthusiasts! Bring your telescope or use one of ours for an evening of […]
University of Illinois Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities. Jul 12 – Grasshoppers Jul […]
Walk away from the feeders and watch hummingbirds with staff in some of their other favorite spots at Sagawau.
The Palos Meltdown is Chicagoland’s premier mountain bike event, with racing for all ages and abilities. Free for spectators. More […]
Spend some time in our hummingbird garden. Staff will answer your hummingbird questions.
A nature-related scout adventure will be offered and achieved. Jun 23: Wolf Level Jul 28: Bear Level Aug 25: Webelos […]
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.
Events Guide (PDF)Get free transportation to the Forest Preserves for your group.
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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.