Events
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Camping Leadership Immersion Course
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452This overnight course teaches essential camping skills. Complete the course, then bring groups of up to 30 for overnight stays. Training required to access camping […]
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Fitness Hike
Sauk Trail Woods-Central • South Chicago Heights, IL 60411Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes are faster paced with little to no stopping or interpretation. 3.4 miles.
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Morning Bird Walk
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Learn 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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Fishing Derby
Papoose Lake • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Join the Village of Palos Park and the Forest Preserves for a family-fun day of fishing.
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Trash Bash
FeaturedMiller Meadow-South • Cook County, IL 60130 (near Forest Park)Make spring cleaning more sustainable! Our event partners will be collecting electronics, prescription drugs, household recyclables, bikes, clothing, plastic bags and much more. The Forest […]
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Volunteer Workday
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-17 w/ adult.
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Woodworking with Invasives
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Repurpose common European buckthorn into something new. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10–16 w/ adult.
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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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Volunteer Workday
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 8 & up; ages 8-14 w/adult.
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Meet Our Ambassador Animals
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Meet the animals that call Crabtree home.
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Wellness in the Woods: Yoga
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for a free one-hour class focused on building stability, flexibility and relaxation through the practices of breath-work, mindful movement and meditation. Liz, from […]
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Signs of Spring Walk
FeaturedPalos Park Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Look for blooming wildflowers, listen for animals and take in the smells of spring’s arrival. All ages. 3.4 miles.
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Weaving with Weeds: Spindle Wall Hanging
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Learn about the history of basketry/weaving techniques and create a small wall hanging with invasive plants. Ages 16 & up.
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Woodcock Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us to learn about woodcocks followed by a walk to see their awesome display and behaviors.
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Nature Wellness Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer. Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest […]
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GPS Scavenger Hunt
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn about and participate in a technology-inspired scavenger hunt. All ages.
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Arab American Heritage Celebration
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Experience art making, cultural showcases and more honoring Arab American culture and contributions. Drop in.
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GPS Scavenger Hunt
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn about and participate in a technology-inspired scavenger hunt. All ages.
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Plant Appreciation Day: The Under-appreciated Plants
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Investigate some of the underappreciated gems that call Sagawau home on a short walk. Ages 18 & up.
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Wee Wonders: Wildflowers
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Bring your little ones to learn about spring wildflowers and experience their beauty as they bloom. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
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Bluegrass Jam
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Build a simple instrument with us or bring your own guitar, fiddle, etc. All are welcome to play or listen.
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GPS Scavenger Hunt
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn about and participate in a technology-inspired scavenger hunt. All ages.
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Sensory Play Day – Drop in
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Engage in activities that stimulate all five senses: sight, sound, smell, taste and touch. All ages.
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Canceled Woodcocks at Dusk
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Enjoy the spectacle of the woodcocks’ courtship behavior. Ages 10 & up.
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