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SUMMARY:Walk with Pride!
DESCRIPTION:Take a self-guided walk and learn about LGBTQ2S+ people in conservation. 
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-with-pride-3/
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:20260531T130000
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SUMMARY:Wellness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a mindful and mediative guided forest therapy walk\, led by Roberta Jannsen. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wellness-walk-8/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T213805Z
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SUMMARY:Pride in the Preserves: Flag Raising & Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a celebratory flag-raising\, honoring the start of a month dedicated to inclusion\, visibility\, and community. The raised flags connect to a special exhibit highlighting the contributions of LGBTQ+ conservation leaders whose work has shaped and inspired the conservation movement.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/pride-in-the-preserves-flag-raising-celebration/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T233523Z
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SUMMARY:Asian American\, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Craft Series: Turtle Tapa Cloth
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month by creating crafts inspired by different cultures. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/asian-american-native-hawaiian-pacific-islander-craft-series-pacific-islander-turtle-tapa-cloth/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,South Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T150000
DTSTAMP:20260217T182444Z
CREATED:20260214T015635Z
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SUMMARY:Explore the Forest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate everything the Forest Preserves has to offer and learn about nature with animal encounters\, tree climbing\, touch-a-truck and more! Food concessions available for purchase.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/explore-the-forest-3/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T100000
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SUMMARY:Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Bring a yoga mat and towel. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/yoga-7/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T103000
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SUMMARY:Trailside through Time
DESCRIPTION:Walk our scenic trails and discuss how Trailside Museum has changed since the 1870s. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/trailside-through-time/
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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T140000
DTSTAMP:20260217T181058Z
CREATED:20260215T221326Z
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SUMMARY:Nature is Accessible!
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate nature with inclusive\, accessible experiences for all. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-is-accessible-3/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Arts & Crafts,Bicycling,Education,Fitness,Nature Play,Senior,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260527T141349Z
CREATED:20260217T175419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T141349Z
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SUMMARY:Trash Bash
DESCRIPTION:Make spring cleaning more sustainable!  \nOur event partners will be collecting electronics\, prescription drugs\, household recyclables\, bikes\, clothing\, plastic bags and much more. The first 25 donors receive a free\, “Don’t be Trashy” t-shirt. \n\nPartners \n\nCHaRM (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials)\nHelping Hands\nCook County Sheriff\nEcoShip\nIllinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA)\nLittle Bits\nMetropolitan Mayors Caucus / Feed the Loop\nMidway Movers\nRight Bin Right Now\nSCARCE\nTerraCycle\nWasteNot\nWorking Bikes\n\nSchedule of Events \n\n9 am to 12 pm (Collection): Making spring leaning more sustainable! Our event partners will be collecting electronics\, prescription drugs\, books\, musical instruments\, bikes\, clothing and more. Attendees must pre-register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trash-bash-tickets-1988568126798\n9:30 am to 11:30 am (Stewardship): Put your muscles to work while helping restore habitats by removing invasive plants. Equipment provided. Register by visiting https://volunteer-fpdcc.givepulse.com/group/1001534-ecological-stewardship \n12 pm to 2 pm (Imagination Station): Join in on creative use at an Imagination Station. This re-use popup workshop led by artists will have your creativity going wild! Presented by Creative Chicago Reuse Exchange.\n\nAccepted Items by Partner \nCHaRM \n\n\n\nGlass\nPlastic bottles\nCardboard\nHard drive shredding (offsite; Certificate of Data Destruction available upon request)\nPolystyrene (hard-packed\, not flexible\, and clean)\nTextiles\nE-waste\n\n\n\nHelping Hands \n\n\n\nItems: Clothing\, shoes\, household items\, toys\, and accessories.\nAccepted Details: Blouses\, coats\, dresses\, hats\, jackets\, jeans\, bedspreads\, drapes\, sheets\, sofa covers\, towels\, backpacks\, belts\, pants\, scarves\, shirts\, socks\, suits\, sweaters\, swimsuits\, ties\, tops\, formal wear\, undergarments\, and all baby/infant clothing.\nHousehold & Misc: Washcloths\, blankets\, curtains\, quilts\, toys (plastic\, plush\, and stuffed)\, gloves\, handbags\, costume jewelry\, sleeping bags\, shower curtains\, pillows\, baskets\, wallets\, purses\, and tote bags.\nNot Accepted: Mattresses; nothing wet or moldy.\n\n\n\nCook County Sheriff \n\n\n\nUnwanted/expired prescription pills\nCables\, cell phones\, and telephone devices\nComputers\, laptops\, and hardware (motherboards\, monitors\, etc.)\nCalculators\, printers\, fax machines\, and game systems\nStereos\, toasters\, and blenders\nToner cartridges\, UPS batteries\, and car batteries\nTelevisions (Limit: 1 per household)\nOffering off-site shredding\n\n\n\nEcoShip \n\n\n\nShipping Materials: Bubble/padded mailers\, air pillows\, foam sheets\, poly bags\, honeycomb wrap\, and shrink/stretch wrap.\nPacking Fill: Crinkle-cut shred\, corrugated bubble wrap\, packing peanuts\, packing paper\, bubble wrap\, tissue paper\, and liners.\nMisc: Insulated thermal bags\, jewelry boxes\, organza jewelry bags\, unused plastic utensils.\nRetail: Reusable bags\, paper grocery bags.\nFull List/Pictures: Accepted Items\n\n\n\nIllinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) \n\n\n\nHerbicide Containers: High-density polyethylene (HDPE).\nRequirements: Must be triple-rinsed\, dry\, and residue-free. Remove all caps and stickers. All sizes up to 55-gallon capacity accepted.\n\n\n\nMidway Movers (Off-Site Document Destruction) \n\n\n\nPaper documents\n\n\n\nSCARCE \n\n\n\nBooks and records\nKeys and holiday lights\nBread tags and crayons\nHearing aids and eyeglasses\nBrita: Pitchers and filters (Brita brand only).\nInstruments: Musical instruments.\nInk: Inkjet cartridges (Home printer only; no toner).\n\n\n\nTerraCycle \n\n\n\nPlastic & Packaging: Clean plastic bags\, flexible packaging\, non-woven shopping bags\, plastic grocery bags\, cereal bags\, shrink wrap\, bubble wrap\, and air cushions.\nLightbulbs: Intact LEDs\, Straight CFL\, HID\, and U-Bend lamps. (No broken bulbs!)\nOffice Supplies: Binder clips\, fasteners\, binders\, card filers\, correction supplies\, desk organizers\, label backing\, markers\, paper cutters\, and paperclips.\nBatteries: Dry cell batteries (Alkaline\, nickel-cadmium\, lithium\, lithium-ion\, nickel-metal hydride\, iron\, zinc-carbon\, and silver).\nAuto: Tire Pressure Monitor Systems (TPMS).\n\n\n\nWorking Bikes \n\n\n\nAdult bikes (in repairable condition)\nGently used children’s bikes\nBike parts\, tools\, and accessories
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/trash-bash-7/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joanna Huyck":MAILTO:joanna.huyck@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T203000
DTSTAMP:20260215T044435Z
CREATED:20260215T044435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T044435Z
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SUMMARY:Cheers to Nature
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a relaxing evening with a lecture about current topics in the environmental field. BYOB (no glass). Ages 21 & up. Hosted at Swallow Cliff Pavilion.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/cheers-to-nature-3/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.6807903;-87.86088567
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T110000
DTSTAMP:20260520T205301Z
CREATED:20260216T011435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T205301Z
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SUMMARY:Outdoor Asian Campout
DESCRIPTION:Spend a weekend with Outdoor Asian and build confidence and find comfort in community. Limited spots available.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/outdoor-asian-campout/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Campfire,Camping,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60537779;-87.56303721
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T190000
DTSTAMP:20260227T213044Z
CREATED:20260216T002310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T213044Z
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SUMMARY:Doggie Date Night
DESCRIPTION:Calling all dog lovers! Dog-themed offerings include costume parade\, crafts for your furry friends\, photo booth\, raffle prizes\, and more. Dogs must be pet and person-friendly and remain on a leash.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/doggie-date-night-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,Photography,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.73766183;-87.68113707
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T203000
DTSTAMP:20260512T212837Z
CREATED:20260214T071341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T212837Z
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SUMMARY:Cheers to Nature
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a relaxing evening with a lecture about current topics in the environmental field. BYOB. Ages 21 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/cheers-to-nature-2/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.89585788;-87.83089023
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260215T050959Z
CREATED:20260215T050959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T050959Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:BYOB (no glass) and learn about nocturnal animals and the night sky before taking part in a guided hike. 21 & up. 1.5 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/adult-night-hike-2/
LOCATION:Wolf Road Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.70355597;-87.89656939
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T180000
DTSTAMP:20260515T181348Z
CREATED:20260205T223556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T181348Z
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SUMMARY:Be a Better Birder: Tips for Identifying Bird Sounds
DESCRIPTION:Learn the skills needed to identify local bird sounds.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/be-a-better-birder-tips-for-identifying-bird-sounds-3/
LOCATION:https://forms.gle/Qdx4Lu6QJPb5bT1q7
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Becker":MAILTO:Jessica.becker@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T152735Z
CREATED:20260406T152618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T152735Z
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SUMMARY:Bags and Beyond: Yard Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Bring your own game or try something new. Kubb\, Bags\, Jenga\, and other games provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bags-and-beyond-yard-game-night/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Play,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.998562036604;-87.785286183849
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T170000
DTSTAMP:20260305T210929Z
CREATED:20260215T045843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T210929Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Guided walk to discover blooming spring wildflowers\, learn species and enjoy nature.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-wildflower-walk-6/
LOCATION:St. Mihiel Woods-East\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.58591172;-87.7540062
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T180000
DTSTAMP:20260217T204902Z
CREATED:20260217T204902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T204902Z
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SUMMARY:Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These hikes will be led at a slower pace with frequent stopping and interpretation. 2 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk-17/
LOCATION:Spears Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.72661602;-87.85297377
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T160024Z
CREATED:20260213T160024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T160024Z
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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-6/
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:20260525T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260525T133000
DTSTAMP:20260214T070857Z
CREATED:20260214T070857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T070857Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our animals. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/animal-encounter-9/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T133000
DTSTAMP:20260214T070811Z
CREATED:20260214T070811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T070811Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Encounter
DESCRIPTION:Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our animals. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/animal-encounter-8/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T140000
DTSTAMP:20260213T233245Z
CREATED:20260213T233022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T233245Z
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SUMMARY:Asian American\, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Craft Series: Chinese Paper Lantern
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month by creating crafts inspired by different cultures. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/asian-american-native-hawaiian-pacific-islander-craft-series-chinese-paper-lantern/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,South Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T080000
DTSTAMP:20260213T173712Z
CREATED:20260213T173712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T173712Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Sagawau’s trails while spotting and identifying birds. All birding levels welcome. Binoculars available for loan. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-29/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T154851Z
CREATED:20260216T011202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T154851Z
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SUMMARY:Family Campout
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to camping for families. Equipment and meals provided. Cost: $75/family (group up to 6).
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/family-campout-4/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Campfire,Camping,Education,Family Campout,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T140000
DTSTAMP:20260215T221030Z
CREATED:20260215T221030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T221030Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Birds
DESCRIPTION:Stop by to see our birds at mealtime.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/meet-the-birds/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260305T210917Z
CREATED:20260216T001336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T210917Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Bees
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a short walk as we observe the unique bees that pollinate spring wildflowers.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-bees/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T130000
DTSTAMP:20260217T182259Z
CREATED:20260214T015418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T182259Z
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SUMMARY:World Turtle Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Turtle Day with stories\, songs\, crafts and learning about our ambassador turtles!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/world-turtle-day/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Education,Hiking & Walking,Music,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260213T223938Z
CREATED:20260213T223938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T223938Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness in the Woods: Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free one-hour class focused on building stability\, flexibility and relaxation through the practices of breath-work\, mindful movement and meditation. Liz\, from Serendipity Yoga and Wellness in Homewood\, will help you bring balance and ease to your mind and body through a series of seated\, kneeling\, lying and standing poses. Please come dressed comfortably in active wear with your yoga mat and a blanket/towel for kneeling (if you have one). The class will be held indoors.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wellness-in-the-woods-yoga-14/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion\, S Western Ave & W 87th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T110000
DTSTAMP:20260209T202138Z
CREATED:20260209T202138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T202138Z
UID:10012385-1779534000-1779534000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Meet Our Ambassador Animals
DESCRIPTION:Meet the animals that call Crabtree home.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/meet-our-ambassador-animals-18/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Northwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T100000
DTSTAMP:20260515T210556Z
CREATED:20260214T082300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T210556Z
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SUMMARY:Flippin’ Logs\, Lookin’ for Frogs (& Bugs!)
DESCRIPTION:Discover who lives under logs in the woods. Worms and bugs abound! Family program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/flippin-logs-lookin-for-frogs-bugs/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Youth
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