Fitness Hike
Pioneer Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of […]
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
Rustle through the fallen leaves on a guided 1-mile fitness walk.
Walk off that extra helping of turkey and stuffing on this annual post-holiday walk.
Join us for an early morning walk as we keep our eyes and ears open for signs of owls!
Enjoy the fresh air and put your muscles to work by helping to restore habitat. Equipment provided.
Learn about the best bird foods, feeders, and landscape elements to benefit our resident winter birds. You will even make […]
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Enjoy the fresh air and put your muscles to work by helping to restore habitat. Equipment provided.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of […]
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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Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.