Events
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Stories in the Forest
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Due to heat and air quality advisories, this event has been moved indoors. Join the River Forest Public Library for storytelling! Ages 0-5 w/ adult. […]
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Canceled Thursdays in Nature: Pond Dip Discovery!
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Connect to nature with University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists through fun inquiry-based activities for both adults and kids. Drop in.
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Insect Fest
FeaturedCummings Square • River Forest, IL 60305Join us for this all-things-insect event! Go on a bug hunt, experience an insect petting zoo and more!
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Nature Arts for Health: Cyanotype Printing
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Experience the positive interaction between nature art and wellness in this fun, interactive art class. Led by University of Illinois-Extension.
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Canceled Fridays in the Field
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the buildings are closed.
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Canceled Fridays in the Field
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Drop-in to discover something new in nature with University of Illinois-Extension volunteers.
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Canceled Crafternoon: Mosaics and Collages
Rubio Woods • Cook County, IL 60445 (near Midlothian)Discover the artistry of mosaics and collages by using nature to create a personal project.
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Canceled Mothing
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Kick off National Moth Week by learning how to attract and observe these misunderstood nocturnal insects.
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Canceled Campfire Stories
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Enjoy the lingering daylight with stories, songs and s’mores around the campfire.
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What is Restoration?
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Due to heat and air quality advisories, this event has been moved indoors. Join us for an indoor presentation on what restoration is and why […]
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Kayak the Des Plaines
Irving Park Road Canoe Landing • Schiller Park, IL 60176Kayak 9 miles from Irving Park Road to Schuth’s Grove. Equipment and shuttle provided. Experience recommended.
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Canceled Forest Therapy Walk
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Led by Kristen Romanowski, University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 18+. Registration required; Suggested attire - long […]
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Canceled Dog Days of Summer
FeaturedBeck Lake • Cook County, IL 60016 (near Des Plaines)Join us for adoption opportunities, canoe paddles, training tips, treats and more. Dogs must be pet/person-friendly and on leash.
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Nature Wellness Walk
Sunset Bridge Meadow • River Grove, IL 60171Reconnect with nature. Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led during a leisurely walk.
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Canceled Little Cal Paddles
Beaubien Woods Boat Launch • Chicago, IL 60827Join Chicago Adventure Therapy for a paddle in 10-person canoes, exploring the history, people and stories that shape the community.
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Restoration Workday
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Help us restore prairie habitat by removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up.
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Canceled Wellness in the Woods: Yoga
Dan Ryan Woods-Central • Chicago, IL 60620Enjoy a 1-hour yoga class. Dress in active wear and bring a yoga mat. Grove 10.
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Summer Nature Camp
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Learn the significance of summer in Native American culture while participating in various activities. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center.
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Teen GPS Mystery Adventure
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305A murder most “fowl”! Solve the case and discover who did in the bird! Ages 10 & up w/ adult.
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What’s On The Menu?
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Restoration Workday
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Help us restore our natural communities of woodland and prairie. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-14 w/ adult.
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Junior Naturalist Walk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Earn a Junior Naturalist badge by taking a short walk, then doing an indoor activity book. Ages 6-12 w/ caregiver.
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Canceled Nature Walk
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join a naturalist for a short hike as we take in the sounds and sights at Sagawau. Age 18 & up.
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