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River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Free
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Qigong & Sound
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join a certified instructor through a series of slow flowing movements, deep measured breaths, and soothing sounds while in a […]
Free
Small Serendipity
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Nature stories, crafts and activities. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Free
Wildlife Connections
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of […]
Free
Senior Fitness Walks in Thatcher Woods
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Join us for a 1-mile, easy-paced walk.
Free
Wee Wandering Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3-6 w/ adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a […]
Free
Weaving Workshop
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Create a small wall hanging art piece using natural materials. Supplies, instruction provided. Ages 10 & up.
Free
Mnidoons Giizis Oohg (Little Spirit Moon)
Schiller Woods-East • Chicago, IL 60634November is recognized as the “Twelfth Moon of Creation” (a time of healing) by the Ojibwe people. Join the American […]
Free
Story Trail – Mindfulness Walk
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646Follow our story trail signs along the trail to learn wellness tips and unwind with nature.
Free
Fall “Crafternoon”
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646Use nature to inspire art and try your hand at a fall-themed craft.
Free
Be a Better Birder: Identifying Bird Songs
Virtual Event
Learn how to identify local bird songs.
Free
Walk and 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 […]
Free
Owl Prowl
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010WHoo’s calling out in the dark of night? Listen for owls. Ages 10 & up.
Free
Fitness Hike
Cermak Woods • Lyons, IL 60534Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Free
Fire for the Forest
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Learn about the benefits of prescribed burns and explore the equipment used while we take a 1-mile walk.
Free