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SUMMARY:Furry But Not Friendly
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an indoor presentation on some of the mustelids (weasels) within Cook County. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/furry-but-not-friendly/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T190031Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Biodiversity Day
DESCRIPTION:Spend the day in the field with naturalists to discover the diversity of life in the Forest Preserves. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/teen-biodiversity-day/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260626
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CREATED:20260217T160631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T201739Z
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SUMMARY:Jr. Naturalist Camp
DESCRIPTION:Running from 9:30 am to 1 pm each day\, this day camp is perfect for kids who love nature and want to become junior naturalists! Enjoy four exciting mornings of hands-on learning as you discover wildlife\, plants and the wonders of the natural world in an interactive setting. Snacks are provided. Cost is $50 per child. Ages 7 to 9. Registration for all camps opens April 4 and must be completed in person with payment by cash or check.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/jr-naturalist-camp-3/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camping,Day Camp,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T133000
DTSTAMP:20260515T210821Z
CREATED:20260512T150625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T210821Z
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SUMMARY:The Buzz on Bees
DESCRIPTION:Visit our beehives and meet the beekeepers to learn about bees\, pollination and honey.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/the-buzz-on-bees-4/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T130000
DTSTAMP:20260508T184434Z
CREATED:20260508T143208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T184434Z
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SUMMARY:America’s Original Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:As part of America 250\, learn how iconic species helped shape America’s landscapes\, ecosystems and culture. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/americas-original-wildlife/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T110000
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SUMMARY:The Un-buried Treasure Hunt 
DESCRIPTION:Pick up a treasure map then decode the clues along the trails to find the un-buried treasure.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/the-un-buried-treasure-hunt-3/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Play,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T090000
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SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us restore our natural communities of woodland and prairie. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-14 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-34/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T133000
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DTSTAMP:20260512T163258Z
CREATED:20260512T150313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T163258Z
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SUMMARY:Hawk Talk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about one of our resident raptors.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hawk-talk/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Birding,Education,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260612T195319Z
CREATED:20260514T205118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T195319Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate freedom\, family and country with activities\, refreshments and performances highlighting Black history. \nJuneteenth Jubilee transforms the Sand Ridge Nature Center Campus into a vibrant gathering space filled with live performances\, interactive experiences\, educational activities\, community organizations and local vendors. Highlights include storytelling led by Mama Edie\, a performance by Lana Lewis of “Lift Every Voice and Sing\,” cultural dance presentations\, interactive art activities\, genealogy resources and opportunities to learn about local Black history. \nThroughout the event\, attendees can visit: \n\nAfro-American Genealogical & Historical Society of Chicago\, which encourages guests to bring non-sensitive materials such as wedding programs\, funeral programs or family papers to learn more about researching family history\nA Child’s Vision\, sharing an exhibit which captures in-the-moment activism from 2020\nMidwest Underground Railroad Network sharing information about local Underground Railroad history and freedom journeys\nLight of Loving Kindness\, performing and leading a drum circle\nSolidarity Studios\, bringing different communities together through music\nBeto de Freitas and Greg’s Ceramics which will showcase their different styles of artwork celebrating culture and community.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/juneteenth-jubilee-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T130000
DTSTAMP:20260531T162923Z
CREATED:20260512T183640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260531T162923Z
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SUMMARY:American Indian Summer Solstice
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the solstice with dancing\, drumming\, storytelling and a sun-themed art activity. Presented by American Indian Center of Chicago. Grove 13.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/american-indian-summer-solstice-3/
LOCATION:Schiller Woods-East
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Astronomy,Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T103000
DTSTAMP:20260514T174210Z
CREATED:20260514T174210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T174210Z
UID:10013161-1781951400-1781951400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:To Catch a Crayfish
DESCRIPTION:We’ll set out traps and explore the amazing arthropods we discover. Ages 7 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/to-catch-a-crayfish/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260611T143521Z
CREATED:20260513T212940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T143521Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Kayaking Class
DESCRIPTION:Learn basic skills for beginner kayakers. Equipment provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/intro-to-kayaking-class-4/
LOCATION:Saganashkee Slough Boat Launch\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Paddling,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.69651859;-87.90579573
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T220629Z
CREATED:20260508T190557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T220629Z
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SUMMARY:Busse Lake Outdoors Day & Fishing Derby
DESCRIPTION:Free fishing derby\, nature play\, animal encounters and more! Enjoy local food and win prizes. Join Commissioner Kevin Morrison for Outdoors Day and the annual Fishing Derby at Busse Woods at Grove 25\, a family‑friendly event featuring hands‑on nature activities\, a free fishing derby with prizes and outdoor fun for all ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/busse-lake-outdoors-day-fishing-derby-3/
LOCATION:Busse Lake Boating Center\, IL
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Fishing,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cook County Board of Commissioners 15th District":MAILTO:district15@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T203000
DTSTAMP:20260515T175936Z
CREATED:20260514T194857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T175936Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Freedom Ride
DESCRIPTION:Join this 16-mile cycling celebration with Major Taylor Trail Keepers and local bike clubs. BYO-bike and helmet.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/juneteenth-freedom-ride-3/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Bicycling,Fitness,History & Culture,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T143331Z
CREATED:20260514T200800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T143331Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Paddle along the African American Heritage Water Trail on 10-person canoes. Presented with Openlands. Registration opens one month prior to event date.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/juneteenth-paddle/
LOCATION:Beaubien Woods Boat Launch
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Paddling,South Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.6553645;-87.591263
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T201422Z
CREATED:20260514T200624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T201422Z
UID:10013229-1781877600-1781884800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Paddle along the African American Heritage Water Trail on 10-person canoes. Presented with Openlands. Registration opens one month prior to event date.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/juneteenth-river-boat-tour-4/
LOCATION:Beaubien Woods Boat Launch
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Paddling,South Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.6553645;-87.591263
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T185804Z
CREATED:20260514T185804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T185804Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk focusing on the contributions made by African-American naturalists.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/juneteenth-walk-2/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T153000
DTSTAMP:20260514T204950Z
CREATED:20260514T204843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T204950Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Reflection Hike
DESCRIPTION:Self-guided Juneteenth reflection hike exploring freedom\, resilience and belonging through thoughtful prompts.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/juneteenth-reflection-walk-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County,Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T180559Z
CREATED:20260511T163414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T180559Z
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SUMMARY:Family Fishing Exploration Day
DESCRIPTION:Discover the wonders beneath the waters of the preserves. Learn to fish\, examine specimens and create art with your family.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/family-fishing-exploration-day/
LOCATION:Rolling Knolls\, 11N260 Rohrssen Rd\, Elgin\, IL\, 60120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Fishing,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260513T182607Z
CREATED:20260513T143834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T182607Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Book Club: “Why Rats Laugh and Jellyfish Sleep” by D. Stipp
DESCRIPTION:Discuss the featured book and ponder the hidden depths of familiar animals and ordinary things. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-book-club-why-rats-laugh-and-jellyfish-sleep-by-d-stipp/
LOCATION:Forest Park Public Library\, 7555 Jackson Blvd\, Forest Park\, IL\, 60130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Storytelling
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T140000
DTSTAMP:20260511T192032Z
CREATED:20260511T192032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T192032Z
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SUMMARY:Story Trail: Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION:Experience a story unfolding along a short trail. A craft is available to take home upon story trail completion.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/story-trail-juneteenth-2/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,North Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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SUMMARY:Nature Arts for Health: Plein Air Watercolor
DESCRIPTION:Experience the positive interaction between nature art and wellness in this fun\, interactive art class. Led by University of Illinois-Extension.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-arts-for-health-plein-air-watercolor/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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SUMMARY:Freedom Trail: Paddle Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us on 10-person voyager canoes for a fascinating tale of the hundreds -perhaps thousands- of escaped slaves / “Freedom Seekers” that came through this region prior to the Civil War\, who often found refuge and replenishment from local abolitionists\, one being the Jan Ton family who owned a farm near Beaubien Woods Forest Preserve on the Little Calumet River. The focus of the Hike is educating the tour attendee about the Underground Railroad history in the Calumet region. The free narrated tour & hike will depart from the Beaubien Woods boat launch and will last roughly 2 hours. Registration opens a month before the program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/freedom-trail-paddle-tour/
LOCATION:Beaubien Woods Boat Launch
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T120000
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SUMMARY:Thursdays in Nature: Bug Detective!
DESCRIPTION:Connect to nature with University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists through fun inquiry-based activities for both adults and kids. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/thursdays-in-nature-bug-detective/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play,Youth
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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/2026-06-18/
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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T192354Z
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SUMMARY:Story Trail: Juneteenth
DESCRIPTION:Experience a story unfolding along a short trail. A craft is available to take home upon story trail completion.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/story-trail-juneteenth/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,North Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T093000
DTSTAMP:20260515T181705Z
CREATED:20260508T192704Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Buds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult. Tickets first come\, first served.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baby-buds-15/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Music,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T203000
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SUMMARY:Naturalist Night Out: Bats
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a themed stroll under the World’s Largest Urban Night Sky Place.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/naturalist-night-out-bats-2/
LOCATION:Spears Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T120000
DTSTAMP:20260511T191524Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T191524Z
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SUMMARY:Ethnobotany & The Power of Plants
DESCRIPTION:Discover the healing stories of Chicago’s landscapes in this immersive indoor-outdoor herbalism workshop. Led by University of Illinois-Extension.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/ethnobotany-the-power-of-plants/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T214941Z
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SUMMARY:Fishing Bass-ics
DESCRIPTION:Get hooked on the basics of fishing as we tackle new topics and activities each class. Today we’ll learn what a fish actually is\, go over knots and rods\, play a casting‑practice game and then see what we can catch in the pond.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fishing-bass-ics/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Fishing
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