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Connecting Newcomers to Nature
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Learn how nature helps refugees and immigrants heal from trauma. We'll explore how newcomer communities can connect with nature. To […]
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Walk and Talk
Kickapoo Woods • Riverdale, IL 60827Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
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Fitness Hike
Orland Grassland • Cook County, IL 60467 (near Orland Park)Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
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R.I.P. Stewardship
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us as we Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Equipment provided. Ages 17 & up.
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Phone Photography
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Enjoy a guided walk to observe and photograph seasonal nature. For all levels and phone camera types. Register by 10/9. Ages 13 […]
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Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration
Schiller Woods-East • Chicago, IL 60634Join us to celebrate Native American culture. Listen to drumming, enjoy Native dancing, explore the Serpent Mounds, & more. Presented […]
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Family Fun Day!
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Bring the whole family to spend time outside and have fun with cooperative games, nature scavenger hunts, and more.
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Quarries: Stories of Ancient Reef Discovery
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Celebrate Earth Science Week: Earth Science Everywhere by looking into the history of quarries and how it led to a […]
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How to do Nothing for Overwintering Pollinators
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Find out best practices that support native pollinators.
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Seed Collecting
Wolf Road Prairie • Cook County, IL 60154 (near Westchester)Collect prairie seed while learning about the significance and history of Wolf Road Prairie. Ages 12 & up.
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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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The Sounds Natural Series
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Enjoy art activities, food, music, and workshops. If interested in camping overnight, call (708) 868-0606.
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The Sounds Natural Series
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Enjoy art activities, food, music, and workshops. If interested in camping overnight, call (708) 868-0606.
Free
Sunrise Hike
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for a “before hours” hike to experience the dawning of a new day.
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Autumn Nature Walks
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join us for a guided walk as the autumn color intensifies. Family program.
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Indigenous Environmentalists Walk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, enjoy a self-guided walk and learn about indigenous naturalists.
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Fall Walk
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Spectacular fall colors to view while enjoying a casual walk in the woods.
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Red Gate Woods
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Former Argonne scientist, Dave Dolak, will give a presentation. Then visit the site of the world’s first nuclear reactor on […]
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Fall Walk
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Spectacular fall colors to view while enjoying a casual walk in the woods.
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Meet Our Birds
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn more about our flighted ambassador animals and discover their unique adaptations.
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Beats in the Forests
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join Solidarity Studios to record forest sounds to use for making hip-hop beats. Beatmakers of all levels are welcome. Please […]
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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.
Free
Indigenous Environmentalists Walk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, enjoy a self-guided walk and learn about indigenous naturalists.
Free
Bird painting Step-by-Step: Red-Bellied Woodpecker
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305For beginners and intermediate artists. All materials provided. $5/person. Ages 18 & up.
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Wildlife Connections
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of […]
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Senior Fitness Walks in Thatcher Woods
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a moderately paced, one mile fitness walks in beautiful Thatcher Woods. Led by senior Roberta Jannsen, […]
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Wee Wandering Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3-6 w/ adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a […]
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Conservation@Home Seed Swap & Plant Exchange
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Plant lovers unite! Native plant presentation followed by seed and plant sharing. All welcome. Bring a mug, warm beverages provided.
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