Southwest Cook County
Events
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Canceled Bird Migration Walk
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Join us to learn about spring migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Binoculars available for loan. 2 miles.
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National Space Day Folktale and Walk
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join La Grange Park Library for a magical folktale under the sky as we walk and explore the wonders of space.
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America’s 250th: History Hike
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)As part of America 250, join a hike that explores the stories that shaped our land, people and nation. In partnership with Village of Palos […]
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Morning Bird Stroll
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for a slow trail walk to spot migrating birds. Limited binoculars available for loan.
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World Migratory Bird Day: Community Science & Bird Conservation
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join us for bird walks, bird banding, special exhibits, presentations and activities to celebrate migratory birds.
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Canceled Monotype Printing Workshop
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Learn about different forms of monotype printing and create a one-of-a-kind print. Supplies provided. Ages 10 & up. Hosted at Swallow Cliff Pavilion.
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R.I.P. Stewardship
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Help us restore native habitats - Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Tools, gloves & snack provided. Closed toed shoes & long pants […]
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Sunrise Walk
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Step into the quiet stillness of early morning and join us for a before-hours walk to witness the beauty of a new day unfolding. Gates […]
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Spring Ephemeral Walk
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join us to observe and learn about the spring blooms along Sagawau’s paved trails.
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Mental Health Awareness
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Exercise and time in nature are proven ways to improve your mental health. Climb the stairs, join a guided walk, and explore mental health resources. […]
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Sound Therapy for Seniors
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join certified instructor Gail for a peaceful walk, where soothing sounds guide seniors along the trail.
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Camping 101
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452Join us for a workshop to learn basic skills like how to set up a tent, build a fire, dress for the weather and more!
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Asian American Pacific Islander Month Celebration
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Enjoy the rhythms and movements of Pan Asian music and dance performed by the Mandala Arts Group.
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Hidden Lives of Fungi
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Explore the roles and lifecycles that fungi play in our forests on this informative 1-mile walk. Ages 10 & up.
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Springtime Stories
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480The Naperville Chinese Storytellers share stories in Chinese followed by nature-based art and activities. Ages 3 & up w/ adult.
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Bird Banding
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Observe the scientific process of bird banding. Drop in.
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Canceled Decomposition in the Forest
Country Lane Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Join a 2.5-mile walk and learn about decomposition, fungi and the importance of decay in the forest.
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Moon in the Twins
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for a stargazing night as a waxing gibbous moon glows near Jupiter and Venus in the constellation Gemini.
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Nature Play Day
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Bring your little ones for open nature play. Enjoy the play space while helping your children connect with nature.
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Spring Bees
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join us for a short walk as we observe the unique bees that pollinate spring wildflowers.
Free • Registration Required
