Wellness in the Woods
Events
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High Summer Nature Walk
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Families, join us for a guided walk to experience the beauty of summer.
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Share the Trails: Cycling Pit Stop
LaBagh Woods • Chicago, IL 60630Get your helmet fit, tires inflated, bike checked and learn about trail safety. Presented by Ride Illinois. Grove 4.
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Yoga and Storytime
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join the Bridgeview Library for a short nature story followed by kid's yoga activities. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
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Yoga in the Preserves
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
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Walk & Talk
John Husar I&M Canal Bicycle Trail Parking Lot • Willow Springs, IL 60480Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Women’s Night Out: Full Moon Empowerment
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062An evening designed to empower, connect and inspire. Led by Gayle Byck of InTune with Nature. Cost: $10/person. Ages 18 & up.
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Sunset Serenity Hike
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Enjoy the quiet of sunset as we explore the woods on a casual 2-mile hike. Ages 13 & up.
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Movie Night
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Come watch the (local) Emmy Award-winning Forest Preserves documentary: "Chicago's True Nature". Popcorn and s'mores provided.
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Canceled Fitness Hike
Vollmer Road Grove • Cook County, IL 60478 (near Country Club Hills)Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to no stopping or interpretation. 3.6 […]
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Sacred Wanderings
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Connect with nature and surround yourself with the energy of the natural world. Led by Unity Temple of Oak Park. For information, contact [email protected].
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Back-to-School Community Adventure Day
Featured Weekly Wellness ProgrammingCaldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Ring in the school year with us! Presented with ICNA Chicago, Niles-Maine Library, Hive Center for the Book Arts and many others.
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Canceled Live Healthy, Discover Nature! Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4-mile walk.
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Nature Wellness Walk
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn techniques for using relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices while on a leisurely walk led by University of Illinois-Extension volunteer, Roberta Jannsen. Ages 18 & […]
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Nature Wellness Walk
Deer Grove-East • Cook County, IL 60074 (near Palatine)Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practice during this leisure walk. Led by University of Illinois-Extension. Ages 18 & up. Grove 1.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
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Yoga in the Preserves
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
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Wildflower Walk
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Explore Caldwell's flora as we walk through the woodlands and prairies, identifying different summertime wildflowers.
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Trailside Resonance: Listening to Nature
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305A guided soundwalk invites you to slow down and listen to woodland trails, river currents, gardens and native animal habitats.
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Little Cal Paddles
Beaubien Woods Boat Launch • Chicago, IL 60827Join Chicago Adventure Therapy for a paddle in 10-person canoes, exploring the history, people and stories that shape the community.
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Wellness in the Woods: Yoga
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Enjoy a 1-hour yoga class. Dress in active wear and bring a yoga mat.
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Sunrise Hike
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Step into the quiet stillness of early morning and join us for a before-hours hike to witness the beauty of a new day. Gates and […]
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Natural Dyes Workshop
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn how to turn natural materials into fabric dyes. Color a bandana or bring your own 100% cotton item. Ages 10 & up.
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Yoga in the Preserves
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
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Everyone in Nature
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join a sensory class where individuals with disabilities and homeschoolers can learn about nature. Participants must be with an adult.
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Meditation & Sound Bath
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Monthly guided meditation and immersive sound bath session led by Vibyana. Yoga mats provided.
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Canceled Wellness in the Woods: Fitness Walk
Yankee Woods • Cook County, IL 60477 (near Tinley Park)Join a Master Naturalist for a brisk walk around this 3-mile paved trail.
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Watercolor Workshop with Berry-based Paints
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join Navraaz Basati of Wandering Paths, LLC on a forest therapy walk, then paint using plant-based inks on seed paper.
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Nature Wellness Walk
Catherine Chevalier Woods • Chicago, IL 60656Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practice during this leisure walk. Presented by University of Illinois-Extension. Ages 18 & up. Grove 1.
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Forest Therapy Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy a mindful and mediative guided nature walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
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Canceled Cultural Presentation and Dance Exhibition
Schiller Woods-East • Chicago, IL 60634A showcase of Native dance forms and cultural presentations. Presented with the American Indian Center of Chicago.
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Summertime 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 10 & under w/ adult.
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Forest Therapy
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for a guided, meditative walk to connect back to nature and to ourselves. Led by an Illinois Master Naturalist. Ages 18 & up. […]
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
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Yoga in the Preserves
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
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Nature Arts for Health: Nature Journal Making
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Experience the positive interaction between nature art and wellness in this fun, interactive art class. Led by University of Illinois-Extension.
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Little Red Rocks
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Share or enjoy music and poetry as the sun sets during our open-mic night.
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Walk & Talk
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Yoga in the Preserves
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
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Digital Detox in the Garden
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Learn how plants can help us disconnect from our devices. Led by Wandering Paths Founder and flower farmer Navraaz Kaur Basati.
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Twilight Creations: Open Art Space
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Musicians, poets and visual artists find inspiration during the twilight hours indoors or outdoors.
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Kayak the Salt Creek Water Trail
Bemis Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60523 (near Oak Brook)Kayak 9 miles from Bemis Woods to Plank Road Meadow. Equipment and shuttle provided. Experience required.
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Canceled Walk & Talk: Champion Tree Hike
Wolf Road Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Canceled Listening to Nature
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Rescheduled for October 3, 2026: https://fpdcc.com/event/listening-to-nature-2/ W. Long will lead us in an exploration of the soundscape via the trails of the Sagawau Environmental Learning […]
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Share the Trails: Cycling Pit Stop
LaBagh Woods • Chicago, IL 60630Get your helmet fit, tires inflated, bike checked and learn about trail safety. Presented by Ride Illinois. Grove 4.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Moderately paced, 1-mile fitness walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 55 & up.
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Yoga in the Preserves
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
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Chakra Balancing Gardens
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Learn the connection with nature through chakras. Led by Navraaz Kaur Basati from Wandering Paths.
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Chair Yoga
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Explore gentle postures, breathwork, meditation and deep relaxation with Karen Fotopoulos, a registered yoga teacher from Discover Yoga with Karen. 18 and up.
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Twilight Creations: Open Art Space
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Musicians, poets and visual artists find inspiration during the twilight hours indoors or outdoors.
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Sacred Wanderings in Thatcher Woods
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Join Unity Temple of Oak Park as we practice connecting with nature. People with physical challenges are easily accommodated. For info, email [email protected].
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Live Healthy, Discover Nature! Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4-mile walk.
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Forest Therapy Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy a mindful meditation and guided forest therapy walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteers.
Free • Registration Required -
Yoga in the Preserves
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
Free • Registration Required -
Everyone in Nature
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for an inclusive sensory-based experience where individuals of all abilities and homeschool learners can explore and connect with nature through hands-on activities. Participants […]
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Senior Nature Club
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Discover nature through activities. Ages 55 & up.
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S.E.N.I.O.R.S.
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Seniors can deepen their connection to the outdoors with fresh, engaging nature programs offered each month. Ages 55 […]
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Autumn Equinox Celebration
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Experience the health benefits of being in nature with guided forest meditation. Led by Gayle Byck from InTune with Nature.
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Nature Wellness Walk
Linne Woods • Morton Grove, IL 60053Practice mindfulness and meditation during this leisure walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension. Ages 18 & up. Grove 2.
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Kayak the Des Plaines
Schuth’s Grove • Cook County, IL 60546 (near Riverside)Kayak 3 miles, from Schuth’s Grove to Plank Road Meadow. Equipment, shuttle provided. Beginners welcome.
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Landscape Needle Felting
Saganashkee Slough Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Explore the beauty of our natural landscape using natural fibers. Supplies provided. Ages 12 & up.
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Wellness in the Woods: Yoga
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for a free 60-minute class focused on building stability, flexibility, and relaxation through the practices of breath-work, mindful movement, and meditation. Liz, from […]
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Sunrise Hike
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Step into the quiet stillness of early morning and join us for a before-hours hike to witness the beauty of a new day. Gates and […]
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Canceled Trailside Fall Jam
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Make a simple musical instrument or bring your own and join the jam! All are welcome to join or listen.
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Monday Morning Mood Booster
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Fight the Monday blues and join us for a walk in the woods. Ages 18 & up.
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Forest Bathing for the High Holidays
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Experience shinrin-yoku, a form of therapeutic relaxation immersed in nature during the “Days of Awe” between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Led by Certified Forest […]
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Moderately paced, 1-mile fitness walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 55 & up.
Free • Registration Required -
Yoga in the Preserves
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
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Golden Prairie Walks
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for an afternoon stroll.
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Canceled Adult Night Hike
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)BYOB (no glass) and enjoy the night sky before taking part in a guided hike. Ages 21 & up. 1.5 miles.
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Walk & Talk: Oak Forest Heritage Preserve
Oak Forest Heritage Preserve-East • Oak Forest, IL 60452Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Canceled Nature Arts for Health
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Experience nature, art and wellness in this fun, interactive class using rocks to create art. Led by University of Illinois Extension.
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Canceled Fall Nature Wellness Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest […]
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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Celebrate diverse, vibrant Hispanic cultures with dance performances, arts and nature education, and local food! Center of Peruvian Arts performance at 12 pm, Xochitl-Quetzal Aztec […]
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Yoga and Storytime
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join the Bridgeview Library for a short nature story followed by kid's yoga activities. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
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Fall Equinox Forest Bath
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Welcome fall with a guided forest therapy walk with certified forest therapy guide Gayle Byck.
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Yoga in the Preserves
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
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Monarchs & Milkweed
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Learn about monarch habitat, conservation efforts and milkweed during a guided walk.
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Monarchs & Milkweed
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Learn about monarch habitat, conservation efforts and milkweed during a guided walk.
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Harvest Moon Evening Walk
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Celebrate the September harvest moon with a peaceful walk through the woods as twilight descends. Ages 18 & up.
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Moon Festival
FeaturedCrabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Celebrate the season under the glow of the full moon with guided forest‑therapy walks, moon‑viewing and sharing of traditional mooncakes during this Asian cultural festival. […]
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Yoga
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Bring a yoga mat/towel. Ages 18 & up.
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Every Child Matters Powwow
Bunker Hill • Niles, IL 60714Celebrate Native American culture. Enjoy traditional Powwow, native food, and listen to stories. Register: call 773-883-9100. Grove 1.
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Forest Therapy
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for a guided, meditative walk to connect back to nature and to ourselves. Led by an Illinois Master Naturalist. Ages 18 & up. […]
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Forest Therapy Walk
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Reconnect with nature. Relaxing meditative practices and mindfulness led by the University of Illinois Extension.
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Monday Morning Mood Booster
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Fight the Monday blues and join us for a walk in the woods. Ages 18 & up.
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Beautiful Sounds at Sunset
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Spend time outdoors with the sounds of nature and soothing instruments around a fire with certified instructor Gail. Bring a cushion. Ages 18 & up.
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Yoga in the Preserves
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
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Golden Prairie Walks
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for an afternoon stroll.
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