Events
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Open Pond Paddle
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Kayaks are available on a first come, first served basis. Instruction & equipment provided. Ages 5 & up w/ adult. Hosted at Thatcher Glen Pond. […]
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Sound Therapy for Seniors
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join certified instructor Gail for a peaceful walk, where soothing sounds guide seniors along the trail.
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Spring into Stories
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Listen to a spring-themed children's book read aloud, followed by an activity.
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I Spy with My Five Senses
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620For children grades 2-8 w/ adult, enjoy a scavenger hunt that uses your five senses.
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Camping 101
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452Join 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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Night Walk
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062An evening walk to learn about nocturnal animals. $5/person. All ages.
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Trash Bash
FeaturedLaBagh Woods • Chicago, IL 60630Make spring cleaning more sustainable! Our event partners will be collecting electronics, prescription drugs, household recyclables, bikes, clothing, plastic bags and much more. The Forest […]
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Walk & Talk
Glenview Woods • Glenview, IL 60025Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks are led […]
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Volunteer Workday
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-17 w/ adult.
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Asia-Pacific Animal Connections
Evans Field • River Grove, IL 60171Visit our interpretive table to learn about the surprising similarities between wildlife in Asia, the Pacific and Chicagoland. Drop in.
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Restoration Workday
Evans Field • River Grove, IL 60171Help restore natural habitats. Supplies & refreshments provided. Ages 13 & up; ages 13-14 w/adult.
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Asian American Pacific Islander Month Celebration
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Enjoy the rhythms and movements of Pan Asian music and dance performed by the Mandala Arts Group.
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Nature Block Party
Eggers Grove • Chicago, IL 60617Join us for a day of celebration and exploration as we honor the incredible diversity of life at Eggers Grove. Family-Friendly Activities: Enjoy a variety […]
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Green Lake Gardening
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Help us restore the pollinator garden at Green Lake. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
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AANHPI Month Performance
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Mandala Arts brings the vibrant rhythms and graceful movements of Pan Asian music and dance.
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“Bone” Appetit
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join us at feeding time as we give our outdoor Ambassador Animals their dinner.
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Des Plaines Canoe and Kayak Marathon
Dam No. 2 Woods • Cook County, IL 60056 (near Mount Prospect)Join the second oldest continual canoe race in the United States! Race begins at W Oak Spring Rd and ends at Dam No. 2 Woods.
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Restoration Workday
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Help us restore habitat and control invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up; ages 12-17 w/ adult.
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Hidden Lives of Fungi
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Explore the roles and lifecycles that fungi play in our forests on this informative 1-mile walk. Ages 10 & up.
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Springtime Walk
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Discover and discuss the highlights of the season. All ages.
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Springtime Stories
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480The Naperville Chinese Storytellers share stories in Chinese followed by nature-based art and activities. Ages 3 & up w/ adult.
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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.
Free • Registration Required
