Events
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Forest Therapy Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy a mindful and mediative guided nature walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
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Uncommon Tree ID
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Learn field characteristics of lesser-known tree species. Ages 18 & up.
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Build a Pollinator Hotel
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Come learn about local pollinators and build an insect hotel.
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Little Red Rocks
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Share or enjoy music and poetry as the sun sets during our open-mic night.
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Story Time in Polish
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Program dla najmłodszych miłośników natury. Z pomocą znanych i lubianych wierszyków poznamy owady, ptaki i inne zwierzęta i poszukamy ich w lesie.
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Children’s Storytime
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud, followed by an activity.
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Wee Wandering Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Read a story, make a craft and go on an adventure. Ages 2 to 6 with an adult. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served […]
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Wee Wonders: Woodpeckers
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
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Everyone in Nature
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join a sensory class where individuals with disabilities and homeschoolers can learn about nature. Participants must be with an adult.
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Camping 101
Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for a workshop to learn basic skills like how to set up a tent, build a fire, dress for the weather and more!
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Nature Photography
Sauk Trail Woods-Central • South Chicago Heights, IL 60411Enjoy the summer landscapes and bring your own camera to capture the beauty along our trail.
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S.E.N.I.O.R.S.
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Seniors 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 […]
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Summer Solstice Forest Bathing
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Discover the health benefits of being in nature. Meditation led by Gayle Byck of InTune with Nature. Ages 18 & up.
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Postponed Campfire Stories
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Enjoy the lingering daylight with stories, songs and s’mores around the campfire.
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Underground Railroad Walking Tour
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Celebrate Juneteenth with a 1.5-mile walking tour highlighting notable sites connected to Freedom Seekers. Led by the Midwest Underground Railroad Network. Meet at Thatcher Glen […]
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History of the Lagoons Paddle
Tower Road Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60093 (near Winnetka)Explore the uniqueness of Skokie Lagoons by water. Equipment provided. Presented with Chicago River Canoe & Kayak.
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Birding By Ear
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us for a birding adventure to learn some mnemonics and other tips to ID birds by their songs.
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Geology & Herpetology – The Bridging of Two Sciences
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439What do geology and herpetology have in common? Join us as we discover the geology and herpetology of the Chicago Region. This workshop will emphasize […]
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Volunteer Workday
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 8 & up; ages 8-14 w/adult.
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Nature Wellness Walk
Bemis Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60523 (near Oak Brook)Reconnect with nature. Relax and meditate during a leisurely walk. Ages 18 & up.
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R.I.P. Stewardship
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Help us restore native habitats - Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Tools, gloves & snack provided. Closed toed shoes & long pants […]
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Little Cal Paddles
Beaubien Woods Boat Launch • Chicago, IL 60827Join Chicago Adventure Therapy for a paddle in 10-person canoes, exploring the history, people and stories that shape the community.
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Meet Our Ambassador Animals
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Meet the animals that call Crabtree home.
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Hike the Freedom Trail: Bus and Walking Tour
Beaubien Woods Boat Launch • Chicago, IL 60827Follow the tale of Freedom Seekers. Presented with the Midwest Underground Railroad Network. Registration opens one month prior to event date.
Free • Registration Closed
