Wee Wonders
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through music, movement, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Mar 13: Gold Hunt Apr 10: Butterflies May […]
Learn about nature through music, movement, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Mar 13: Gold Hunt Apr 10: Butterflies May […]
Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds.
Repurpose the common European buckthorn into something new. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up.
Create a small wall hanging art piece using natural materials. Supplies, instruction provided. Ages 10 & up, ages 10-17 w/adult. […]
Hike and learn while enjoying the fun of drawing and writing. Create a journal or bring your own.
Join us as we gather with a grounding exercise that explores the movement of water all around us. Participants will […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Help restore our woodlands by cutting down invasive species and having a brush pile burn. Then enjoy s’mores and light […]
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Ages 18 & up.
Poznaj Słowiańską tradycję witania wiosny i stwórz własną “Marzannę”. Wstęp wolny, rejestracja pod numerem708-366-6530. Program dla dzieci do lat 12 […]
How do plants and animals respond to the longer days? Join us for a walk looking for signs of spring’s […]
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Celebrate the arrival of spring with a special day of activities including crafts, games, tree tapping, and maple syrup history […]
Enjoy a short walk and investigate the unseen microhabitat that sustains a great diversity of organisms.
Experience the past and present of our site through discussion and interaction.
Learn about our outdoor resident animals during feeding time.
A special program for little naturalists. Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3 to […]
Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Celebrate the vernal equinox and the arrival of spring by painting a bird house, learning about seasonal changes, building and […]
During this class, you will learn practical tips and strategies that every outdoor traveler should know. We'll cover the 10 […]
Inspired by the Nintendo game, learn how the fictional plants of Hyrule Forest connect to our native plants. Ages 12-17.
Bring your own bike and helmet and join us on a guided ride while learning about who Marshall “Major” Taylor […]
Celebrate Women’s History Month with a guided walk and learn about women who helped shape the conservation field.
Join us on a 1.7-mile paved trail with resting points throughout. Perfect for those who use wheelchairs or have limited […]
Let’s search the muddy trails to identify what other animals are using them.
Celebrate World Water Day by focusing on how healthy aquatic ecosystems will benefit all. Enjoy the live stream on Sagawau’s […]
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.
Printed copies of our quarterly Events Guide are available at our Nature Centers and General Headquarters. They may also be available at your local city hall or library. Know a location that should have our Events Guide? Contact us.
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Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.