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SUMMARY:Flickering Fireflies
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250: See fireflies\, nature’s fireworks\, glow in the dark before a 1-mile adventure to catch and release these incredible creatures.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/flickering-fireflies-3/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County
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SUMMARY:Wellness in the Woods: Fitness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a Master Naturalist for a brisk walk around this 3-mile paved trail.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wellness-in-the-woods-fitness-walk-2/
LOCATION:Yankee Woods
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T120000
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CREATED:20260514T173553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T213626Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays in the Field
DESCRIPTION:University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the buildings are closed.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fridays-in-the-field-2/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T212221Z
CREATED:20260512T152147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T212221Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays in the Field
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in to discover something new in nature with University of Illinois-Extension volunteers.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fridays-in-the-field/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Volunteer
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave Northbrook IL 60062 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3120 Milwaukee Ave:geo:-87.88484528,42.09501105
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260710T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T204541Z
CREATED:20260513T144820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T204541Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Painting Step-By-Step: Indigo Bunting
DESCRIPTION:Sketch and paint a bird on a 9×12 canvas. Cost: $5/person. All skill levels welcomed. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-painting-step-by-step-indigo-bunting/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T173000
DTSTAMP:20260508T182454Z
CREATED:20260508T182454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T182454Z
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SUMMARY:Camping 101
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a workshop to learn basic skills like how to set up a tent\, build a fire\, dress for the weather and more!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/camping-101-20/
LOCATION:Camp Bullfrog Lake\, 9600 Wolf Road\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Campfire,Camping,Camping 101,Education,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forest Preserves of Cook County Campgrounds":MAILTO:experience.camping@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T183000
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CREATED:20260511T195331Z
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SUMMARY:Awaken Your Senses
DESCRIPTION:Join this senses-based wellness workshop for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Eisendrath.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/awaken-your-senses/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T140000
DTSTAMP:20260521T215924Z
CREATED:20260521T215924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T215924Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Tree ID Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a guided walk and learn how to identify trees in the summer.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/summer-tree-id-walk-2/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T103000
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CREATED:20260512T203751Z
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SUMMARY:Stories in the Forest
DESCRIPTION:Join the River Forest Public Library for storytelling! Ages 0-5 w/ adult. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/stories-in-the-forest/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T100000
DTSTAMP:20260521T215846Z
CREATED:20260521T215846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T215846Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Tree ID Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a guided walk and learn how to identify trees in the summer.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/summer-tree-id-walk/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T100000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211746Z
CREATED:20260514T155510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T211746Z
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SUMMARY:S.E.N.I.O.R.S.
DESCRIPTION:Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Seniors can deepen their connection to the outdoors with fresh\, engaging nature programs offered each month. Ages 55 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/s-e-n-i-o-r-s-8/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T193025Z
CREATED:20260514T155013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T193025Z
UID:10013123-1783515600-1783515600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Everyone in Nature
DESCRIPTION:Join a sensory class where individuals with disabilities and homeschoolers can learn about nature. Participants must be with an adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/everyone-in-nature-8/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Education,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T100000
DTSTAMP:20260514T204008Z
CREATED:20260514T204008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T204008Z
UID:10013242-1783504800-1783504800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-pollinators/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60593301;-87.56574946
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260511T181530Z
CREATED:20260511T181530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T181530Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Play-Date
DESCRIPTION:Join other families in our nature play area for fun and socializing.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-play-date-3/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T093000
DTSTAMP:20260519T165400Z
CREATED:20260508T152127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T165400Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Storytime
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, listen to a children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity. An ASL interpreter will be present.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-10/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,History & Culture,Storytelling,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.89585788;-87.83089023
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T194500
DTSTAMP:20260514T213639Z
CREATED:20260514T174700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T213639Z
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SUMMARY:Dark Night Rising
DESCRIPTION:Use binoculars and technology to look at and listen to bat signals on this 1-mile hike.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/dark-night-rising-2/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T133000
DTSTAMP:20260508T184340Z
CREATED:20260508T151359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T184340Z
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SUMMARY:Red\, White and Whooo
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, join us for an up-close look at one of our owls  on our national holiday.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/red-white-and-whooo-2/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,History & Culture,North Cook County
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T103000
DTSTAMP:20260508T184346Z
CREATED:20260508T151926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T184346Z
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SUMMARY:Red\, White & Blue Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, join a naturalist for a guided hike on our trails and look for our nation’s flag colors in nature.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/red-white-blue-nature-walk-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T100000
DTSTAMP:20260702T154657Z
CREATED:20260514T205753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T154657Z
UID:10013252-1783245600-1783245600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Wild Edibles Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about wild plants with culinary and medicinal uses on a casual walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wild-edibles-walk/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260705T090000
DTSTAMP:20260515T205801Z
CREATED:20260514T184507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T205801Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Visit Sagawau’s bird banders to see and learn about banding. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-banding-8/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T133000
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CREATED:20260514T203605Z
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SUMMARY:Live Healthy\, Discover Nature! Walk
DESCRIPTION:Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4-mile walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/live-healthy-discover-nature-walk-14/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T133000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T184355Z
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SUMMARY:Red\, White and Whooo
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, join us for an up-close look at one of our owls  on our national holiday.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/red-white-and-whooo/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,History & Culture,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T153000
DTSTAMP:20260508T184404Z
CREATED:20260508T150515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T184404Z
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SUMMARY:Freedom in Nature Self-Guided Reflection Hike
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, explore freedom and resilience in nature while celebrating Independence Day through guided reflection prompts along the trail.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/freedom-in-nature-self-guided-reflection-hike/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260704T100000
DTSTAMP:20260508T184411Z
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SUMMARY:Red\, White & Black
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, join us for a walk and presentation to search for local woodpeckers and learn about their amazing traits.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/red-white-black/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260508T184417Z
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SUMMARY:Prairie Fireworks
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, follow signs for a self-guided hike to learn about prairie influence on history\, culture and its explosion of colorful flowers.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/prairie-fireworks/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T213626Z
CREATED:20260514T173553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T213626Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays in the Field
DESCRIPTION:University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the buildings are closed.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fridays-in-the-field-2/2026-07-03/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260703T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T212221Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T212221Z
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SUMMARY:Fridays in the Field
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in to discover something new in nature with University of Illinois-Extension volunteers.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fridays-in-the-field/2026-07-03/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T203000
DTSTAMP:20260630T202207Z
CREATED:20260514T201404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T202207Z
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SUMMARY:Calling of the Frogs
DESCRIPTION:Join a frog monitor to learn how to identify local frogs by sound.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/calling-of-the-frogs-2/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211249Z
CREATED:20260513T213711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T211249Z
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SUMMARY:Naturalist Night Out: Owls
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a themed stroll under the World’s Largest Urban Night Sky Place.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/naturalist-night-out-owls-2/
LOCATION:Spears Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260702T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T184422Z
CREATED:20260508T150202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T184422Z
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SUMMARY:Feel Free Self-Guided Reflection Hike
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, explore freedom and resilience in nature while celebrating Independence Day through guided reflection prompts.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/feel-free-self-guided-reflection-hike/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,North Cook County
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