Nature Story Trail: “Stick and Stone” by Beth Ferry

Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305

Follow a short trail and read a posted children’s nature story. Then pick up an activity bag with a craft and  suggested outdoor activities.  

Periodical Cicadas: Special Exhibit

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

Periodical cicadas return to Northeastern Illinois. This special exhibit will help answer your buzzing questions about periodical cicadas.

Event Series Spring Birding

Spring Birding

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

Join us for a guided walk to learn how to identify birds and appreciate their ecological significance. Binoculars available for loan.

Walk & Talk

Arie Crown Forest • Countryside, IL 60525

Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These hikes will be led at a slower pace […]

Event Series Yoga

Yoga

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

All-levels indoor yoga class with certified instructor, Maura. Ages 18 & up.

Garlic Mustard Pull

Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

Help us improve our woodlands by removing this invasive species.

Spring Stroll

River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062

A walk to highlight the signs of spring.

Wellness Walk for Toddlers

Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305

Short, calming nature discovery walk. Ages 2-4 w/adult.

Event Series Bird Walk

Bird Walk

Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center • Chicago, IL 60620

Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds. 

Forest Therapy

Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120

Awaken your senses and renew your bond with nature. Ages 18 & up.

Archery 101

Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646

Learn the basics of archery. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up.

I Spy with my Five Sense

Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center • Chicago, IL 60620

Enjoy a scavenger hunt that uses your five senses. Ages 5-13.