Camping Leadership Immersion Course
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452Overnight training course to learn skills needed to plan and lead group camping trips. Covers safety, day-hiking, tent and stove-set […]
Overnight training course to learn skills needed to plan and lead group camping trips. Covers safety, day-hiking, tent and stove-set […]
Join us in search of migrating birds. Bring binoculars; limited pairs to lend.
Join us for a guided walk to learn how to identify birds and appreciate their ecological significance. Binoculars available for […]
Bring in gently used books and leave with some new-to-you books! Any genre and reading level; nature-themed books encouraged. Snacks […]
Enjoy a shared love of reading and birds as we discuss this book by Priyanka Kumar.
Enjoy a leisurely walk and appreciate the sights, smells and sounds of springtime in nature.
Banding at Sagawau is beginning its 27th year. See birds up close while learning about this scientific study method.
Enjoy an evening walk through our woods and get a close-up view of the night sky.
Join us for a guided walk to learn how to identify birds and appreciate their ecological significance. Binoculars available for […]
Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Ages 55 & up.
Cooking outdoors is easy and fun! Learn how to prepare food both over a fire and on a stove. Ages […]
Learn why frogs communicate while walking along wetlands.
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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Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.