Events
Bemis Woods Bird Outing
Join Chicago Bird Alliance for a bird walk at the height of spring migration with an expert birder and conservationist! On this outing, we will take a leisurely journey through a great birding hotspot. We’ll search for year-round residents and beautiful spring migrants. Trails can be muddy; boots are recommended. This project is made possible […]
Canceled Walk & Talk
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 with frequent stopping and interpretation. 2 miles.
Walk & Talk: Social Club
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 with frequent stopping and interpretation. Grove 2.
Thursdays In the Field – Drop In
Join IL Ext. Master Naturalists for fun nature and inquiry-based activities.
A Symphony of Nature: A Forest Therapy Walk
Join us as we gather with the healing sounds of singing bowls in the forest and explore the sounds of nature all around us. We will end with a tea ceremony and a final singing bowl session.
Nature Noises
Relax and enjoy the sounds of nature as we sit around a campfire, tell stories, enjoy s’mores, and take a walk to see what the trails have to offer your eyes and ears.
Night Hike
An evening walk to learn about nocturnal animals at River Trail.
Community Science: Frog Monitoring
Learn about frog calls, then listen to them on a walk. Ages 10 & up.
Morning Bird Walk
Early Morning Bird Walk
Join us in search of migrating birds. Bring binoculars; limited pairs to lend.
Spring Birding
Join us for a guided walk to learn how to identify birds and appreciate their ecological significance. Binoculars available for loan.
Kite Fest
In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, participate in all thing’s kites. Timed flying demonstration, crafts, and more.
Volunteer Workdays
Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 10 & up; under 15 w/adult.
Nature Wellness Walk
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Nature Block Party
Join us for a day of celebration and exploration as we honor the incredible diversity of life at Eggers Grove.
Wellness Walk
Mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Ages 18 & up.
Welcome Back, Cicadas!
Welcome brood 13 of periodical cicadas. We will search for their emergence holes and learn how to identify good cicada trees.
Teens and Turtles: Teen Exploration Day
Teens will explore the world of turtles. Ages 13 & up.
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
The Sounds Natural Creative Retreat
Sounds Natural invites families to enjoy art activities, food, music and workshops with the option to stay overnight in your own tent (limited camping sites available).
Des Plaines Canoe and Kayak Marathon
Join the second oldest continual canoe race in the United States! The race begins at Oak Springs Road in Libertyville and ends at Dam #2. Live music and refreshments for sale.