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SUMMARY:Ambassador Animal Species Spotlight
DESCRIPTION:Meet one of our reptiles or amphibians and learn about their wild counterparts. Drop-in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/ambassador-animal-species-spotlight/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Central Cook County,Education
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SUMMARY:Live Healthy\, Discover Nature! Walk
DESCRIPTION:Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4-mile walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/live-healthy-discover-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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SUMMARY:Fall Bees
DESCRIPTION:Experience fall bees during a guided hike with sweep-netting.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-bees/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T150000
DTSTAMP:20260807T185417Z
CREATED:20260807T185325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T185417Z
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SUMMARY:National Hummingbird Day
DESCRIPTION:Explore the conservation and historical importance of these birds throughout the Americas: \n\nFamily-friendly activities and crafts: 10 am to 3 pm\nWalking presentation for ages 16 & up: 2 pm
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/national-hummingbird-day/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T103000
DTSTAMP:20260813T211926Z
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SUMMARY:Sacred Wanderings in Thatcher Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join Unity Temple of Oak Park as we practice connecting with nature. People with physical challenges are easily accommodated. For info\, email mindful@unitytemple.org.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sacred-wanderings-in-thatcher-woods/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T080000
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T184618Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays in the Field
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in to discover something new in nature with University of Illinois-Extension volunteers.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fridays-in-the-field-4/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,North Cook County,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T180000
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SUMMARY:Twilight Creations: Open Art Space
DESCRIPTION:Musicians\, poets and visual artists find inspiration during the twilight hours indoors or outdoors.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/twilight-creations-open-art-space-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Music,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T110000
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SUMMARY:National Wildlife Day
DESCRIPTION:Discover and celebrate the wildly wonderful wildlife of Illinois and abroad.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/national-wildlife-day/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T120000
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SUMMARY:Tiny Tot Day
DESCRIPTION:Join your little ones and enjoy nature through movement\, art and sensory play.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/tiny-tot-day-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Music,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260903
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260904
DTSTAMP:20260821T184027Z
CREATED:20260810T175030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T184027Z
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SUMMARY:“The Grown-Ups"
DESCRIPTION:This funny\, deeply human play invites audiences to gather close and “lose” themselves in the woods. Presented with The Tramps. (Begins at sunset.)
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/the-grown-ups/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,History & Culture,North Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T120000
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SUMMARY:Chair Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Explore gentle postures\, breathwork\, meditation and deep relaxation with Karen Fotopoulos\, a registered yoga teacher from Discover Yoga with Karen. 18 and up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/chair-yoga/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Northwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T120000
DTSTAMP:20260827T212823Z
CREATED:20260810T174020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T212823Z
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SUMMARY:Chakra Balancing Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Learn the connection with nature through chakras. Led by Navraaz Kaur Basati from Wandering Paths.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/chakra-balancing-gardens/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,History & Culture,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T104500
DTSTAMP:20260812T183903Z
CREATED:20260708T211456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T183903Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga in the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/yoga-in-the-preserves/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T090000
DTSTAMP:20260814T200211Z
CREATED:20260813T210949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T200211Z
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SUMMARY:Senior Fitness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Moderately paced\, 1-mile fitness walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 55 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/senior-fitness-walk/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T120000
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Connections
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles\, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wildlife-connections/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T110000
DTSTAMP:20260814T201119Z
CREATED:20260807T182721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T201119Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Day
DESCRIPTION:Want to get your hands dirty? Help us grow the Trickster Cultural Center gardens! Call 847-301-2090 for more info.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/garden-day/
LOCATION:Rolling Knolls\, 11N260 Rohrssen Rd\, Elgin\, IL\, 60120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gardening,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T195614Z
CREATED:20260709T145504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195614Z
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SUMMARY:What’s On The Menu?
DESCRIPTION:Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/whats-on-the-menu/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T163000
DTSTAMP:20260515T205607Z
CREATED:20260511T205302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T205607Z
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SUMMARY:Share the Trails: Cycling Pit Stop
DESCRIPTION:Get your helmet fit\, tires inflated\, bike checked and learn about trail safety. Presented by Ride Illinois. Grove 4.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/share-the-trails-cycling-pit-stop-3/
LOCATION:LaBagh Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Bicycling,Education,Fitness,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T150000
DTSTAMP:20260825T143652Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T143652Z
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SUMMARY:Art in Nature Festival
DESCRIPTION:Bring out your inner artist and create your own masterpiece using different mediums. Experience live art demonstrations and go home with a one-of-a-kind piece. Local businesses and organizations offering art activities\, giveaways. Join us for an interactive performance with Aztec Dance NFP and sit in on an African Drumming Workshop. Art\, food and Kona Ice available for purchase. All ages welcome.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/art-in-nature-festival/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Music,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260830T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T210850Z
CREATED:20260514T191738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T210850Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Hummingbirds
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Hummingbird Garden to watch and learn about hummingbirds\, gardening and feeder maintenance. English and Spanish. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/happy-hummingbirds/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Gardening,Southwest Cook County
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sagawau Environmental Learning Center 12545 W 111th St Lemont IL 60439 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=12545 W 111th St:geo:-87.92571427,41.68926677
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T193000
DTSTAMP:20260827T212416Z
CREATED:20260514T212719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T212416Z
UID:10013261-1788031800-1788031800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Bat & Nighthawk Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk around our 1-mile dogwood trail and look for and listen to bats and nighthawks.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bat-nighthawk-walk/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60537779;-87.56303721
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Camp Shabbona Woods 15810 S Torrence Ave South Holland IL 60473 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=15810 S Torrence Ave:geo:-87.56303721,41.60537779
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T230000
DTSTAMP:20260716T144948Z
CREATED:20260508T191854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T144948Z
UID:10012840-1788026400-1788044400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Busse Night Ride
DESCRIPTION:Ride the trail at sunset\, twilight or in the dark! Ticket includes live music\, bonfires\, refreshments and more.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/busse-night-ride-3/
LOCATION:Busse Lake Boating Center\, IL
CATEGORIES:Bicycling,Campfire,Fitness,Music,Northwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Northwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:42.02849437;-88.02238657
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T195614Z
CREATED:20260709T145504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195614Z
UID:10013318-1788015600-1788015600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:What’s On The Menu?
DESCRIPTION:Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/whats-on-the-menu/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave Northbrook IL 60062 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3120 Milwaukee Ave:geo:-87.88484528,42.09501105
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T205743Z
CREATED:20251114T122414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T205743Z
UID:10013083-1788015600-1788015600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:“Bone” Appetit
DESCRIPTION:Join us at feeding time as we give our outdoor Ambassador Animals their dinner.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bone-appetit-9/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Central Cook County,Education
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GEO:41.89324535;-87.82630546
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Avenue River Forest IL 60305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=738 Thatcher Avenue:geo:-87.82630546,41.89324535
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T140000
DTSTAMP:20260514T181335Z
CREATED:20260514T181335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T181335Z
UID:10013169-1788012000-1788012000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Meet the Birds
DESCRIPTION:Stop by to see our birds at mealtime.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/meet-the-birds-2/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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GEO:41.70896743;-87.87715272
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd Willow Springs IL 60480 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9800 Willow Springs Rd:geo:-87.87715272,41.70896743
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T130000
DTSTAMP:20260828T145639Z
CREATED:20260514T191436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T145639Z
UID:10013212-1788008400-1788008400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Listening to Nature
DESCRIPTION:Rescheduled for October 3\, 2026: https://fpdcc.com/event/listening-to-nature-2/ \nW. Long will lead us in an exploration of the soundscape via the trails of the Sagawau Environmental Learning Center. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/listening-to-nature/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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GEO:41.68926677;-87.92571427
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sagawau Environmental Learning Center 12545 W 111th St Lemont IL 60439 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=12545 W 111th St:geo:-87.92571427,41.68926677
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T100000
DTSTAMP:20260812T202550Z
CREATED:20260507T155353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T202550Z
UID:10012798-1787997600-1787997600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Walk & Talk: Champion Tree Hike
DESCRIPTION:Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be led at a slower pace with frequent stopping and interpretation. \nWalk with a naturalist and learn about our Champion Trees and how to identify them.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk-champion-tree-hike/
LOCATION:Wolf Road Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.70355597;-87.89656939
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T140000
DTSTAMP:20260722T201309Z
CREATED:20260512T200939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T201309Z
UID:10013037-1787994000-1788012000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Kayak the Salt Creek Water Trail
DESCRIPTION:Kayak 9 miles from Bemis Woods to Plank Road Meadow. Equipment and shuttle provided. Experience required.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/kayak-the-salt-creek-water-trail-2/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Paddling,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.82904143;-87.90434814
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T210000
DTSTAMP:20260514T201930Z
CREATED:20260514T201930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T201930Z
UID:10013236-1787943600-1787950800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Night of Nature Play
DESCRIPTION:Experience nature at night through open play\, star gazing and s’mores.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/night-of-nature-play-8/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Campfire,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.68965448;-87.52772533
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