Nature’s Art Box
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Dark nights are one of the most natural elements of life on Earth. Nearly every ecosystem depends on darkness as […]
Join a staff person as you search for unique spring wildflowers.
Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
In honor of Arab American Heritage Month, experience a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to […]
Step up your birding game by learning how to identify the complexities of birds.
Join in and listen to the story "Under the Drinking Gourd" and learn the significance of why reading the stars […]
Join a lively discussion of this book about animal senses. In partnership with Forest Park Public Library. Ages 18 & […]
The Kenneth Young Center will be offering a FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for adults at Crabtree Nature […]
Come be a citizen scientist for an evening as we listen to and document our local frogs. Space is limited. […]
Explore the world of nature after the sun sets.
Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds.
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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Sign UpThe Forest Preserves is committed to providing equal, integrated participation for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Nature Center hosting your event or program 72 hours in advance to request reasonable accommodations or inquire about site accessibility.
Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.