Thankful for the Dark
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Learn why light pollution is harmful to people and wildlife while enjoying […]
Learn why light pollution is harmful to people and wildlife while enjoying […]
Join us for an adventure in nature through movement, stories and artmaking. […]
Discover how to make your yard and home bird-friendly. Learn about bird […]
Celebrate love in its many forms with a candlelit walk and light […]
Learn fire building skills indoors and try out your new talent outdoors. […]
Create an acrylic winter scene with follow-along instructions. Ages 18 & up.
Ski programs will occur only when there is snow. Learn to ski […]
Join us for an afternoon of winter activities including hikes, broom hockey, […]
Join us as we Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. […]
Plant lovers unite! Native plant presentation followed by seed and plant sharing. […]
A presentation on how trees affect our imaginations.
Earn a Junior Naturalist badge by taking a short walk outside and […]
Learn about the fascinating owls that call Trailside home and meet an […]
Hike candlelit trails, relax around a campfire or warm up inside with […]
Ski programs will occur only when there is snow. Learn to ski […]
Non-ski programs will occur only when there is no snow. Enjoy an […]
Help us celebrate owls and learn what makes them so unique!
Ski programs will occur only when there is snow. Ski by the […]
Ski programs will occur only when there is snow. Ski by the […]
Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.
Join volunteer Naturalist Cyndi Duda every Wednesday for a hike around Phantom […]
Ski programs will occur only when there is snow. Ski by the […]
Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Strengthen your connection to nature […]
Our evening adult program for those who like to stroll our candlelit […]
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.
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Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.