Macroinvertebrates of the North Branch
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646Who lives below the water? Join us as we dip our nets […]
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Who lives below the water? Join us as we dip our nets […]
Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk in Thatcher Woods, led […]
Join Cook County Commissioner Josina Morita and others for a nature-centered day […]
Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. […]
Learn how nature helps refugees and immigrants heal from trauma. We'll explore […]
Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has […]
Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk in Thatcher Woods, led […]
Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk in Thatcher Woods, led […]
Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. […]
Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. […]
Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has […]
Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk in Thatcher Woods, led […]
Stop by our information table and learn about the animals that call […]
Stop by our information table and learn about the animals that call […]
Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk in Thatcher Woods, led […]
Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. […]
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 […]
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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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.