Events

Event Series Wee Wonders

Wee Wonders

Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473

Learn about nature through music, movement, stories, and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Sep 11: Gardening Oct 9: Changing Colors Nov […]

Free

Camping 101

Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480

1.5-hour long workshop covering basic camping skills. All ages.

Night of Nature Play

Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center • Chicago, IL 60620

Experience nature play at night and discover what glows in the dark.

Free
Event Series S.E.N.I.O.R.S.

S.E.N.I.O.R.S.

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Join us for a nature-inspired adventure for seniors. Ages 55 & up. 

Free

Story Trail

Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home […]

Free

Owl Prowl

Eggers Grove • Chicago, IL 60617

Join an evening walk while searching for owls.

Free

Connecting Newcomers to Nature

Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305

Learn how nature helps refugees and immigrants heal from trauma. We'll explore how newcomer communities can connect with nature. To […]

Free

Walk and Talk

Kickapoo Woods • Riverdale, IL 60827

Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]

Free

Fitness Hike

Orland Grassland • Cook County, IL 60467 (near Orland Park)

Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]

Free