Bird painting Step-by-Step: Red-Bellied Woodpecker
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305For beginners and intermediate artists. All materials provided. $5/person. Ages 18 & up.
For beginners and intermediate artists. All materials provided. $5/person. Ages 18 & up.
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of […]
Join other seniors for a moderately paced, one mile fitness walks in beautiful Thatcher Woods. Led by senior Roberta Jannsen, […]
Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3-6 w/ adult; siblings welcome. Tickets on a […]
Plant lovers unite! Native plant presentation followed by seed and plant sharing. All welcome. Bring a mug, warm beverages provided.
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
Discover the natural world with a themed activity. Ages 55 & up.
Enjoy cycling and climbing while in this program specially designed for individuals with a primary physical disability or visual impairment. […]
Drop in at Trailside on the 3rd Thursday of each month to connect to nature through fun themed activities for […]
Join us after hours each month for fun activities. Spanish speakers welcome! Ages 13-18.
Discuss this timely and important book by Doug Tallamy. Register: www.fppl.org/
Let the full moon be our guide as we walk in the largest Urban Night Sky Place in the world.
Join us for a self-guided walk on our candlelit pumpkin trails.
Join us for a spooky night in the woods. Enoy a bonfire with s’mores, listen to scary stories and search […]
Z okazji miesiąca pamięci dziedzictwa Polsko-Amerykańskiego zapraszamy na spacer z przewodnikiem po Thatcher Woods. Join us for a guided walk […]
Help protect our natural areas by collecting seeds or removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up w/ adult. […]
Embrace the fall season with nature-based activities on and off the water. Participate in a canoe trip, fishing, archery, pumpkin […]
Enjoy a leisurely nature walk to see the fall colors. Family program.
Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. Ages 21 & up.
Celebrate the conclusion of this special month by making traditional artwork for display on our Dia de los Muertos altar.
Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk in Thatcher Woods, led by Roberta Jannsen, Univ. of IL Extension volunteer, […]
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
This trail race takes you through the pristine Sag Valley Trail System, Presented with the Village of Palos Park. Register: […]
Find all the hidden pumpkins during a fun self-guided scavenger hunt. Costumes encouraged.
Celebrate the season with a special day of autumn fun. Entertainment, beekeeping demonstrations, animal encounters, pumpkin painting, honey sales, and more! […]
Create a collage inspired by nature using repurposed materials. Light refreshments provided. All ages.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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.