Canceled Story Trail – Mindfulness Walk
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646Follow our story trail signs along the trail to learn wellness tips […]
Reap the benefits of exercising outside in nature!
Follow our story trail signs along the trail to learn wellness tips […]
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness […]
Rustle through the fallen leaves on a guided 1-mile fitness walk.
Walk off that extra helping of turkey and stuffing on this annual […]
Take a 2-mile walk in the world’s largest Urban Night Sky Place. […]
Join us for a one-mile, easy-paced walk in beautiful Thatcher Woods. Led […]
Kids and families, walk a short, looped trail and compete in a […]
Guided walk on 1.7-mile paved trail with resting points throughout. Wheelchair accessible; […]
Join us for a free class focused on building stability, flexibility and […]
Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4- […]
Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. […]
Join us for a walk as we discuss what is happening in […]
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to […]
Learn about wildlife in winter during a guided walk. The program begins […]
Join us for a one-mile, easy-paced walk in beautiful Thatcher Woods. Led […]
Bundle up and experience forest bathing and the health benefits nature provides. […]
Fulfill your resolution of being more active by taking a brisk guided […]
Join us for a free class focused on building stability, flexibility and […]
Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4- […]
Learn about wildlife in winter during a guided walk. The program begins […]
Join us for a one-mile, easy-paced walk in beautiful Thatcher Woods. Led […]
Join a 2-mile walk on Phantom Prairie.
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