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SUMMARY:Green Lake Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Help us restore the pollinator garden at Green Lake. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/green-lake-gardening-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,South Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T120000
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SUMMARY:Spring Nature Camp
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, all-ages\, one-day spring camp at Rolling Knolls featuring cultural teachings\, crafts\, storytelling\, outdoor games and more.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-nature-camp/
LOCATION:Rolling Knolls\, 11N260 Rohrssen Rd\, Elgin\, IL\, 60120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Camping,Day Camp,Education,History & Culture,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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SUMMARY:Wild About Play
DESCRIPTION:Ready to craft\, create\, and unleash your wild side? Swing by and take on the challenge: design paper mache enrichment items that’ll spark joy for our amazing ambassador animals! We’ll supply all the materials—you bring the brilliance. Groups welcome.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wild-about-play/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Education,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T100000
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SUMMARY:Kinder-explorers
DESCRIPTION:A program to inspire outdoor inquiry through stories and activities. Ages 5-7 w/ adult. Siblings welcome.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/kinder-explorers/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T120000
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SUMMARY:Trash Bash
DESCRIPTION:Make spring cleaning more sustainable!  \nOur event partners will be collecting electronics\, prescription drugs\, household recyclables\, bikes\, clothing\, plastic bags and much more. The Forest Preserves will be also be collecting books in good\, clean condition. The first 25 donors receive a free\, “Don’t be Trashy” t-shirt. Grove 1. \nPartners \n\nCHaRM (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials)\nHelping Hands\nChicago Creative Reuse Exchange\nCook County Sheriff\nCook County Department of Environment & Sustainability\nHabitat for Humanity\nIllinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA)\nMetropolitan Mayors Caucus / Feed the Loop\nMetropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD)\nMidway Movers\nTerraCycle\nThe Struggling Black Girl Magic Club\nWorking Bikes\n\nAccepted Items by Partner \nCHaRM \n\n\n\nGlass\nPlastic bottles\nCardboard\nHard drives (for shredding)\nPolystyrene\nTextiles\nE-waste\n\n\n\nHelping Hands \n\n\n\nItems: Clothing\, shoes\, household items\, toys\, and accessories.\nAccepted Details: Blouses\, coats\, dresses\, hats\, jackets\, jeans\, bedspreads\, drapes\, sheets\, sofa covers\, towels\, backpacks\, belts\, pants\, scarves\, shirts\, socks\, suits\, sweaters\, swimsuits\, ties\, tops\, formal wear\, undergarments\, and all baby/infant clothing.\nHousehold & Misc: Washcloths\, blankets\, curtains\, quilts\, toys (plastic\, plush\, and stuffed)\, gloves\, handbags\, costume jewelry\, sleeping bags\, shower curtains\, pillows\, baskets\, wallets\, purses\, and tote bags.\nNot Accepted: Mattresses; nothing wet or moldy.\n\n\n\nChicago Creative Reuse Exchange \n\n\n\nLeftover fabrics\nPopsicle sticks\nPompoms\nRecyclable craft materials\nPaper towel rolls\nBottle caps\nOld CDs\nPlastic containers\nNewspaper\nMiscellaneous art supplies\n\n\n\n\nCook County Sheriff \n\n\n\nUnwanted/expired prescription pills\nCables\, cell phones\, and telephone devices\nComputers\, laptops\, and hardware (motherboards\, monitors\, etc.)\nCalculators\, printers\, fax machines\, and game systems\nStereos\, toasters\, and blenders\nToner cartridges\, UPS batteries\, and car batteries\nTelevisions (Limit: 1 per household)\nOffering off-site shredding\n\n\n\nHabitat for Humanity \n\n\n\nTools and artwork\nNew/unused building materials\nWorking small appliances\nLawn\, garden\, and home goods\n\n\n\nIllinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) \n\n\n\nHerbicide Containers: High-density polyethylene (HDPE).\nRequirements: Must be triple-rinsed\, dry\, and residue-free. Remove all caps and stickers. All sizes up to 55-gallon capacity accepted.\n\n\n\nMidway Movers (Off-Site Document Destruction) \n\n\n\nPaper documents\n\n\n\nTerraCycle \n\n\n\nPlastic & Packaging: Clean plastic bags\, flexible packaging\, non-woven shopping bags\, plastic grocery bags\, cereal bags\, shrink wrap\, bubble wrap\, and air cushions.\nLightbulbs: Intact LEDs\, Straight CFL\, HID\, and U-Bend lamps. (No broken bulbs!)\nOffice Supplies: Binder clips\, fasteners\, binders\, card filers\, correction supplies\, desk organizers\, label backing\, markers\, paper cutters\, and paperclips.\nBatteries: Dry cell batteries (Alkaline\, nickel-cadmium\, lithium\, lithium-ion\, nickel-metal hydride\, iron\, zinc-carbon\, and silver).\nAuto: Tire Pressure Monitor Systems (TPMS).\n\n\n\nThe Struggling Black Girl Magic Club \n\n\n\nSkateboards (any size\, style\, or condition)\nRoller or inline skates (any size\, style\, or condition)\nNon‑motorized scooters (any size\, style\, or condition)\nProtective gear (excluding helmets)\nShoe laces (must be fully intact)\nInsoles\nToe or skate stops\nGrip tape\nSkate wheels (any condition)\nDisinfectant spray (does not need to be full\, but should contain some product)\nAllen/hex keys (any size)\nSkate plates (any size or condition)\nSchool uniform pieces (any size\, style\, or color; items with minor damage such as pilling or broken zippers are welcome)\nBlack gym shoes (any size; should be in wearable condition)\nLaundry detergent (any brand; open containers are welcome)\n\n\n\nWorking Bikes \n\n\n\nAdult bikes (in repairable condition)\nGently used children’s bikes\nBike parts\, tools\, and accessories
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/trash-bash-5/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods-Central\, IL
CATEGORIES:South Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joanna Huyck":MAILTO:joanna.huyck@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T073000
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SUMMARY:Morning Bird Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a slow trail walk to spot migrating birds. Limited binoculars available for loan.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/morning-bird-stroll/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426
DTSTAMP:20260209T153011Z
CREATED:20260209T153011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T153011Z
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SUMMARY:Day Hiking Leadership Training
DESCRIPTION:For teachers and youth educators! Free training provides all the tools to take groups out to the Forest Preserves for the day.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/day-hiking-leadership-training-5/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Campfire,Camping,Central Cook County,Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forest Preserves of Cook County Campgrounds":MAILTO:experience.camping@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T193000
DTSTAMP:20260215T214129Z
CREATED:20260215T214129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T214129Z
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SUMMARY:Frogs
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to recognize frog calls while enjoying a nocturnal walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/frogs/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T012515Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Trek
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Arbor Day by learning about the trees that provide canopy during a tree ID and sensory walk.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/tree-trek/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T123000
DTSTAMP:20260214T075822Z
CREATED:20260214T075822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T075822Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Painting Workshop Step-by-Step: Red-winged Blackbird
DESCRIPTION:Sketch and paint using acrylic paints. For all skill levels. Materials provided. $5/person. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-painting-workshop-step-by-step-red-winged-blackbird-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T100000
DTSTAMP:20260204T162622Z
CREATED:20260204T162622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T162622Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about spring bird migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. All levels of birding skills welcome!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-21/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.68965448;-87.52772533
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T181500
DTSTAMP:20260215T213939Z
CREATED:20260215T213939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T213939Z
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SUMMARY:Beautiful Sounds at Sunset
DESCRIPTION:Spend time outdoors with the sounds of nature and soothing instruments around a fire with certified instructor Gail. Bring a cushion. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/beautiful-sounds-at-sunset/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Music,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T151035Z
CREATED:20260205T223434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T151035Z
UID:10012295-1776967200-1776967200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Be a Better Birder: Intermediate Bird ID
DESCRIPTION:Step up your birding game by learning how to identify the complexities of birds.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/be-a-better-birder-intermediate-bird-id-5/
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Becker":MAILTO:Jessica.becker@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260305T210710Z
CREATED:20260215T045804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T210710Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Guided walk to discover blooming spring wildflowers\, learn species and enjoy nature.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-wildflower-walk-5/
LOCATION:St. Mihiel Woods-East\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T093000
DTSTAMP:20260209T195509Z
CREATED:20260209T195509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T195509Z
UID:10012363-1776936600-1776936600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Baby Buds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult. Tickets first come\, first served.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baby-buds-12/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Music,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T203559Z
CREATED:20260214T063816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T203559Z
UID:10012591-1776884400-1776884400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nature at Night
DESCRIPTION:A special Earth Day evening program to explore the world of nature after the sun sets. $5/person. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-at-night-3/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212206Z
CREATED:20260214T072449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T212206Z
UID:10012611-1776870000-1776877200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Earth Day Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day by helping clean up litter in the Forest Preserves. Litter pickers and supplies will be available to check out.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/earth-day-cleanup-5/
LOCATION:Jerome Huppert Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Sustainability,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T140000
DTSTAMP:20260209T200124Z
CREATED:20251114T054148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T200124Z
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SUMMARY:2 Miles at 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon walk. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/2-miles-at-2-3/2026-04-22/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212138Z
CREATED:20260215T231144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T212138Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day of Service
DESCRIPTION:Improve the ecosystem health in the Forest Preserves by participating in ecological restoration. Groups welcome. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/earth-day-of-service/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer,Youth
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SUMMARY:Prairie Pages
DESCRIPTION:Discuss Zoe Schlanger’s “The Light Eaters: How the Unseen World of Plant Intelligence Offers a New Understanding of Life on Earth.” In partnership with the Barrington Area Library.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/prairie-pages/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T103000
DTSTAMP:20260213T162757Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T162757Z
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SUMMARY:Sounds Like Spring
DESCRIPTION:Take your little one on a playful\, music-filled nature walk. Ages 3-6 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sounds-like-spring-2/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,Music,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T133000
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SUMMARY:Springtime Walk
DESCRIPTION:A walk to discover and discuss the highlights of the season. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/springtime-walk/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260214T011506Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T011506Z
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SUMMARY:Four Seasons Walk Series: Spring Forest Bathing
DESCRIPTION:Join Gayle Byck from InTune with Nature to form a deeper connection to nature by focusing on rebirth and new beginnings.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/four-seasons-walk-series-spring-forest-bathing/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Northwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260305T210655Z
CREATED:20260215T230429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T210655Z
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify our early spring wildflowers while enjoying their ephemeral beauty. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wildflower-walk-12/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T212051Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Craft
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a watercolor-inspired craft using coffee filters and markers as we celebrate the 55th anniversary of Earth Day. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/earth-day-craft/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,South Cook County,Sustainability,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260213T145608Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T145608Z
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SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Help us restore habitat and control invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up; ages 12-17 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-29/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T080000
DTSTAMP:20260213T173203Z
CREATED:20260213T173031Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy Sagawau’s trails while spotting and identifying birds. All birding levels welcome. Binoculars available for loan. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-26/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T051500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T051500
DTSTAMP:20260213T155531Z
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SUMMARY:Sunrise Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step 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 and restroom open 15 minutes prior to start time.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sunrise-walk-2/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T205743Z
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SUMMARY:“Bone” Appetit
DESCRIPTION:Join us at feeding time as we give our outdoor Ambassador Animals their dinner.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bone-appetit-9/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Central Cook County,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260305T210641Z
CREATED:20260215T230318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T210641Z
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SUMMARY:Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify our early spring wildflowers while enjoying their ephemeral beauty. Ages 13 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wildflower-walk-11/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Youth
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