Wellness Walk
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Ages 18 & up.
Mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Ages 18 & up.
Poznaj Słowiańską tradycję witania wiosny i stwórz własną “Marzannę”. Wstęp wolny, rejestracja pod numerem708-366-6530. Program dla dzieci do lat 12 […]
How do plants and animals respond to the longer days? Join us for a walk looking for signs of spring’s […]
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Celebrate the arrival of spring with a special day of activities including crafts, games, tree tapping, and maple syrup history […]
Enjoy a short walk and investigate the unseen microhabitat that sustains a great diversity of organisms.
Experience the past and present of our site through discussion and interaction.
Learn about our outdoor resident animals during feeding time.
A special program for little naturalists. Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3 to […]
Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Celebrate the vernal equinox and the arrival of spring by painting a bird house, learning about seasonal changes, building and […]
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.
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