MicroSafari: The Beginning
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Using a microscope, let’s go on a safari through the waters of Crabtree to see all the tiny creatures busily […]
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Woodworking with Invasives
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Build your own walking stick using buckthorn. Please bring your own work gloves. Ages 12 & up.
Walk & Talk: Women in Conservation
LaBagh Woods • Chicago, IL 60630Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Women Naturalists
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Celebrate Women’s History Month on a spring stroll discussing inspiring women who impacted our natural world.
Wellness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Ages 18 & up.
Ambassador Animals
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Learn what, why and how staff feed the animal ambassadors at the nature center.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Live Healthy, Discover Nature! Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Venture out on our scenic trails for a 3- to 4-mile hike.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Buckthorn Busters
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Help us improve biodiversity and remove invasive plants. Outdoor work clothing required.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
“Mysteries of Animal Migration” Talk
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Explore what scientists know about animal migration. Ages 18 & up.
Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305
Free
Wee Wandering Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010A special program for little naturalists. Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3 to […]
Free
Women in Conservation Walk
Bemis Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60558 (near Western Springs)Join us for a 1.2-mile walk and discussion about women who have made significant contributions in the fields of conservation, […]
I am a Scientist
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Ignite your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity as we explore, experiment, and make discoveries. Ages 4 & up w/adult.
Forest Therapy
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646Awaken your senses and renew your bond with the nature. Ages 18 & up.
Outdoor Cooking
Camp Reinberg • Palatine, IL 60074Cooking outdoors is easy and fun! Learn how to prepare food both over a fire and on a stove. Ages […]
Starry Night Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for a guided walk and night sky observations as we admire the stars and learn about astronomy.
Women’s Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305In celebration of Women’s Heritage Month, join us as we highlight conservation leader Isabel Bassett Wasson and her work and […]
R.I.P. Stewardship
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us as we Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Supplies provided. Age 17 and up w/adult.
Wellness in the Woods: Nature as Your Stage
Beaubien Woods • Chicago, IL 60827Warm up with a quick walk on the trail then get down with dance.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Prehistoric Play Day
Mathew Bieszczat Volunteer Resource Center • Chicago, IL 60646Learn about the amazing world of Ice Age Illinois with family-oriented games and activities. Ages 5 & up.
Zoo Adventure Passport! (ZAP!): Conservation Science Adventures
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Explore through play-based learning and discovery. In collaboration with Brookfield Zoo.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Star Watch & Walk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Star light, star bright, soak in the sounds and stars at Crabtree tonight.
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Selfie Scavenger Hunt for Teens
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Drop in for a fun and unique scavenger hunt while discovering fascinating plants and animals.