Events
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World Migratory Bird Day: Migration Madness
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Come out for a day of activities focused on our avian friends. Guided Bird Walk: 8 am Nest Box and Feeder Sit: 11 am Meet […]
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Migratory Bird Day: Birding Basics
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn the basics of bird watching. Ages 8 & up.
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All About Birds
Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West • Cook County, IL 60526 (near La Grange Park)Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with bird walks, information on birding and other bird-related activities. Binoculars available for loan.
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Chicago River Day
Beaubien Woods • Chicago, IL 60827Celebrate the 34th anniversary of Chicago River Day by cleaning and restoring our waterways and the surrounding land.
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World Migratory Bird Day: Community Science & Bird Conservation
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join us for bird walks, bird banding, special exhibits, presentations and activities to celebrate migratory birds.
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Canceled Monotype Printing Workshop
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Learn about different forms of monotype printing and create a one-of-a-kind print. Supplies provided. Ages 10 & up. Hosted at Swallow Cliff Pavilion.
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MMIBW Awareness and Healing Gathering
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473An event focused on raising awareness about the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous and Black women, highlighting how both communities are disproportionately affected in […]
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Kite Fest
Carl R. Hansen Woods • Cook County, IL 60192 (near Schaumburg)In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, join us for kite-themed activities, crafts and more. Offsite parking is available at Streamwood High […]
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R.I.P. Stewardship
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Help us restore native habitats - Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Tools, gloves & snack provided. Closed toed shoes & long pants […]
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Migratory Bird Day: Raptor Encounter
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Get up close with live birds of prey. All ages.
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Sunrise Walk
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Step into the quiet stillness of early morning and join us for a before-hours walk to witness the beauty of a new day unfolding. Gates […]
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Mother’s Day Fun Run/Walk
Dan Ryan Woods-Central • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for a joyful Mother’s Day Fun Run & Walk! Celebrate with family-friendly activities, treats and laughter. All ages.
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Mother’s Day Spring Nature Walk
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join us for a casual walk and take in the sights, sounds and scents of spring. Family program.
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Mother’s Day Wildflower Walk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Discover what’s blooming. All ages.
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Spring Ephemeral Walk
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join us to observe and learn about the spring blooms along Sagawau’s paved trails.
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Wildflower Walk
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn about spring woodland wildflowers on a casual walk. All ages.
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Beginning Birdwalk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Learn about spring bird migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. All levels […]
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Monday Morning Mood Booster
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Fight the Monday blues and join us for a walk in nature.
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Mental Health Awareness
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Exercise and time in nature are proven ways to improve your mental health. Climb the stairs, join a guided walk, and explore mental health resources. […]
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Children’s Storytime
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud, followed by an activity. Indoor program.
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Wee Wanderer Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for a special program for little naturalists. Ticket giveaway starts at 9:30 am and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Ages 2-6 […]
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Wee Wonders: Migration
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Experience the wonder of spring bird migration through stories, art and a guided walk. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
Free • Registration Required
