Join us on a guided walk to learn about ways people have sustainably and ethically lived off the land throughout history.
Join Advocate Aurora Health - Behavioral Health Department to learn about the services that they provide the South Suburban PSA at South Suburban Hospital. Information from ECT/Esketamine clinics, trauma recovery centers, chemical dependency clinics, intensive outpatient programs and partial hospitalization programs will be available. Additionally, try painting en plein air, listen to music performed by […]
Join us for a guided walk to learn how to identify birds and appreciate their ecological significance. Binoculars available for loan.
A special program for little naturalists. Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3 to 6 with adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a first come, first served basis starting at 9:30 am.
Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Help connect your little one with nature during open nature play time. Grove 7.
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 […]
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 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.
Join IL Ext. Master Naturalists for fun nature and inquiry-based activities.
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.
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.
An evening walk to learn about nocturnal animals at River Trail.
Learn about frog calls, then listen to them on a walk. Ages 10 & up.
Join us in search of migrating birds. Bring binoculars; limited pairs to lend.
Join us for a guided walk to learn how to identify birds and appreciate their ecological significance. Binoculars available for loan.
In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, participate in all thing’s kites. Timed flying demonstration, crafts, and more.
Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 10 & up; under 15 w/adult.
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Join us for a day of celebration and exploration as we honor the incredible diversity of life at Eggers Grove.
Mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Ages 18 & up.
Welcome brood 13 of periodical cicadas. We will search for their emergence holes and learn how to identify good cicada trees.
Teens will explore the world of turtles. Ages 13 & up.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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).
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.
Join us for a guided walk to learn how to identify birds and appreciate their ecological significance. Binoculars available for loan.
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.
