“Check Out” Nature
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Explore nature by checking out some of our gear. We will answer […]
Explore nature by checking out some of our gear. We will answer […]
Come watch animals stocking up their larders for winter. All ages.
Look for all the different insects we can find in the Fall […]
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals […]
Join us as we seek out fall migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
An invitation to discuss how after-school programs and nature intersect. Presented with […]
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, experience a story unfold along a short trail. […]
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short […]
Explore the uniqueness of Skokie Lagoons by way of water. Equipment provided. […]
Join us and discover how technology can be used to enhance your […]
Enjoy the fresh air and put your muscles to work by helping […]
Celebrate National Public Lands Day with nature-based activities and bike rides. Divvy […]
Join us for drop-in activities that help us to be better stewards […]
Celebrate the Forest Preserves of Cook County on National Public Lands Day. […]
Enjoy music, salsa dance instruction, food trucks, bilingual hikes, yoga and more. […]
Join us to celebrate Native American culture while recognizing the theme ‘Every […]
Celebrate National Public Lands Day by enjoying a nature walk and learning […]
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals […]
Moved to Camp Sullivan due to inclement weather. Celebrate National Public Lands […]
Enjoy the fresh air and put your muscles to work by helping […]
Join us for a guided walk as the autumn color intensifies. Family […]
Nearly all Forest Preserves events are free; some require registration and/or a low fee. Residents may qualify for free admission opportunities at our partners: Brookfield Zoo Chicago and the Chicago Botanic Garden.
Printed copies of our quarterly Events Guide are available at our Nature Centers and General Headquarters. They may also be available at your local city hall or library. Know a location that should have our Events Guide? Contact us.
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Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.