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Annual Arts and Crafts Fair
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480We’re celebrating our 59th Annual Arts and Craft Fair! Art of all […]
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Autumn Voyagers
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Learn and observe who moves when winter approaches.
Free
Nurtured by Nature
Harms Woods-Central • Cook County, IL 60077 (near Skokie)Join Cook County Commissioner Josina Morita and others for a nature-centered day […]
Free
Nature Detective
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062What happened here?! Learn how to look for clues to figure out […]
Free
Introduction to Capoeira: An Afro-Brazilian Art Form
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us as we learn the various aspects of Capoeira (an Afro-Brazilian […]
Free
What’s On The Menu?
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals […]
Free
Tuesdays are for the Birds!
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us as we seek out fall migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
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 […]
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Forest Therapy
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. […]
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Breast Cancer Awareness
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, stop by our table and […]
Free
Wee Wonders
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through music, movement, stories, and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. […]
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Camping 101
Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 604801.5-hour long workshop covering basic camping skills. All ages.
Night of Nature Play
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center • Chicago, IL 60620Experience nature play at night and discover what glows in the dark.
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Walk & Talk: Tree ID
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646For curious minds who want to know more about the Forest Preserves, […]
Free
S.E.N.I.O.R.S.
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Join us for a nature-inspired […]
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Story Trail
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short […]
Free
Fall Crafternoon
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646Use nature to inspire art and try your hand at a fall-themed […]
Free
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Teen Exploration Days
Canceled Teen Exploration Day: Fishing 101
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Come out for an afternoon of aquatic education and casting lessons. Ages […]
Free
Connecting Newcomers to Nature
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Learn how nature helps refugees and immigrants heal from trauma. We'll explore […]
Free
Walk and Talk
Kickapoo Woods • Riverdale, IL 60827Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to […]
Free
Fitness Hike
Orland Grassland • Cook County, IL 60467 (near Orland Park)Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness […]
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