BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Forest Preserves of Cook County - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Forest Preserves of Cook County
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://fpdcc.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Forest Preserves of Cook County
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20250309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20251102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20260308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20261101T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20270314T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20271107T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T190000
DTSTAMP:20260306T194927Z
CREATED:20260306T194927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T194927Z
UID:10012771-1774544400-1774551600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Meet the Artists: Near West Sketchers Art Opening
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Meet the Artists evening event as we reveal the newest exhibit in Trailside’s Classroom Gallery\, featuring an anthology of nature-themed work by Near West Sketchers artists. Light refreshments will be served. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/meet-the-artists-near-west-sketchers-art-opening/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/trailside-near-west-sketchers-art-opening-by-boris-vayninger-mar26.png
GEO:41.89324535;-87.82630546
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Avenue River Forest IL 60305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=738 Thatcher Avenue:geo:-87.82630546,41.89324535
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260213T225405Z
CREATED:20260213T225405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T225405Z
UID:10012543-1774522800-1774533600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Spring Breakout Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Spend your time on break\, outside! Try several outdoor recreation activities. Explore\, discover and create!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-breakout-adventure-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/dan-ryan-woods-spring-breakout-arts-crafts-mar18.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.73766183;-87.68113707
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T103000
DTSTAMP:20260514T161531Z
CREATED:20260514T161531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T161531Z
UID:10013145-1774521000-1774521000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nature’s Art Box
DESCRIPTION:Explore the wild side of creativity! Kids ages 3–6 with an adult can enjoy hands-on nature-inspired art and activities. Supplies provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/natures-art-box-5/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/rolling-knolls-art-making-event-fall.jpg
GEO:41.70896743;-87.87715272
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd Willow Springs IL 60480 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9800 Willow Springs Rd:geo:-87.87715272,41.70896743
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T123000
DTSTAMP:20260217T182331Z
CREATED:20260213T154729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T182331Z
UID:10012474-1774519200-1774528200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nature Illustration Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Guided nature illustrations class for all levels. Supplies provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-illustration-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/thatcher-woods-birding-drawing-jul25.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.6807903;-87.86088567
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T093000
DTSTAMP:20260209T195357Z
CREATED:20260209T195357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T195357Z
UID:10012361-1774517400-1774517400@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-10/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Music,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/trailside-museum-indoor-nature-play-nov19.jpg
GEO:42.11563369;-88.16357511
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road Barrington Hills IL 60010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Stover Road:geo:-88.16357511,42.11563369
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T140000
DTSTAMP:20260209T200124Z
CREATED:20251114T054148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T200124Z
UID:10012369-1774447200-1774447200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:2 Miles at 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon walk. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/2-miles-at-2-3/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Science-Educator-workshop-Sagawau-jul24.jpg
GEO:42.11563369;-88.16357511
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road Barrington Hills IL 60010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Stover Road:geo:-88.16357511,42.11563369
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T123000
DTSTAMP:20260324T153125Z
CREATED:20260213T041744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T153125Z
UID:10012443-1774432800-1774441800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Nature Illustration Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Guided nature illustrations class for all levels. Materials provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-illustration-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/thatcher-woods-birding-drawing-jul25.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.89585788;-87.83089023
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000
DTSTAMP:20260217T204355Z
CREATED:20260217T204355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T204355Z
UID:10012719-1774432800-1774432800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These hikes will be led at a slower pace with frequent stopping and interpretation. 2.5 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk-15/
LOCATION:Red Gate Woods
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/red-gate-woods-landscape-trail-by-kelly-michals-sep12.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.711653922308;-87.914184240057
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000
DTSTAMP:20260215T045003Z
CREATED:20260215T045003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T045003Z
UID:10012636-1774432800-1774432800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Waterfowl Watch
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we peer through a spotting scope to watch and identify waterfowl. Ages 14 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/waterfowl-watch-8/
LOCATION:McGinnis Slough\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/mcginnis-slough-jim-phillips-jul-07.jpg
GEO:41.64133521;-87.85639902
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260326
DTSTAMP:20260217T182747Z
CREATED:20260213T011525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T182747Z
UID:10012399-1774224000-1774483199@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Spring Break Boredom Busters
DESCRIPTION:Young naturalists enjoy jam-packed fun exploring nature\, playing games\, creating art and spending time outdoors. Adult supervision required. \n\nAges 5 to 8: 10-11:30 am\nAges 8 to 12: 1-2:30 pm
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-break-boredom-busters/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/nature-block-party-eggers-grove-group-child-may25.jpg
GEO:42.11563369;-88.16357511
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road Barrington Hills IL 60010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Stover Road:geo:-88.16357511,42.11563369
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T133000
DTSTAMP:20260214T063133Z
CREATED:20260213T024757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T063133Z
UID:10012434-1774186200-1774186200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Bucket Bug Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Walk through our sugar bush to find out who has fallen into the sap buckets. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bucket-bug-hunt/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,North Cook County,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/river-trail-nature-center-maple-syrup-fest-mar13.jpg
GEO:42.09501105;-87.88484528
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=River Trail Nature Center 3120 Milwaukee Ave Northbrook IL 60062 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3120 Milwaukee Ave:geo:-87.88484528,42.09501105
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T222543Z
CREATED:20260213T222543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T222543Z
UID:10012535-1774184400-1774184400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:World Water Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Water Day with an indoor presentation and discussion on water rights and ethics.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/world-water-day-2/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Sustainability
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/busse-forest-landscape-lake-by-michelle-puszka-may24.jpg
GEO:41.68926677;-87.92571427
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sagawau Environmental Learning Center 12545 W 111th St Lemont IL 60439 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=12545 W 111th St:geo:-87.92571427,41.68926677
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T103000
DTSTAMP:20260305T211244Z
CREATED:20260215T212352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211244Z
UID:10012650-1774175400-1774175400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Spring's First Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Create your own pressed flower field guide and learn about spring’s first blooms.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/springs-first-blooms/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Southwest Cook County
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/spring-themes-event-graphics-022026-1400x800-wildflower-event.jpg
GEO:41.70896743;-87.87715272
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd Willow Springs IL 60480 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9800 Willow Springs Rd:geo:-87.87715272,41.70896743
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T173000
DTSTAMP:20260309T144244Z
CREATED:20260213T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T144244Z
UID:10012473-1774107000-1774114200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Printmaking Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to carve your own linoblock stamp. Materials provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/printmaking-workshop-5/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.6807903;-87.86088567
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T205743Z
CREATED:20251114T122414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T205743Z
UID:10012461-1774105200-1774105200@fpdcc.com
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-9/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Central Cook County,Education
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/animal-exhibit-river-trail-nature-center-jun12.jpg
GEO:41.89324535;-87.82630546
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Avenue River Forest IL 60305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=738 Thatcher Avenue:geo:-87.82630546,41.89324535
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T222348Z
CREATED:20260213T222348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T222348Z
UID:10012534-1774098000-1774098000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Baffling Brown Birds
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify sparrows of the Chicago region with an indoor presentation followed by a bird walk. Ages 16 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baffling-brown-birds/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/birding-spring-creek-penny-road-pond-may12.jpg
GEO:41.68926677;-87.92571427
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sagawau Environmental Learning Center 12545 W 111th St Lemont IL 60439 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=12545 W 111th St:geo:-87.92571427,41.68926677
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260213T011150Z
CREATED:20260213T011150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T011150Z
UID:10012398-1774098000-1774098000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Muddy Paws Walk
DESCRIPTION:Search the muddy trails to identify which animals are using them.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/muddy-paws-walk/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/deer-grove-animal-coyote-by-leo-estrada-may24.jpg
GEO:42.11563369;-88.16357511
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road Barrington Hills IL 60010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Stover Road:geo:-88.16357511,42.11563369
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T140000
DTSTAMP:20260310T163605Z
CREATED:20260213T225729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T163605Z
UID:10012544-1774087200-1774101600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Women in the Wilds
DESCRIPTION:Overview:\nCelebrate women in conservation and the natural sciences with presentations\, hands-on activities and information promoting job and volunteer opportunities. \nSchedule:\n\n10 am: Volunteer panel discussion\n11 am: “Stillness in the Wild” mindfulness and meditation workshop (limited spots available)\n1 pm: “Meet Our Birds” program\n12 pm – 2pm: Conservation “Show & Tell” featuring volunteers from University of Illinois Extension\, Forest Preserve District of Cook County\, and more\n\nDrop in for:\n\nJob and volunteer opportunity fair\nAnimal programs\nGuided walks\nConservation education activities\nCrafts\nFace painting\n\nFeatured vendors:\n\nForest Press Co\nZemi Coffee\nThe Urban Canopy\nSkunk Cabbage BooksEat Em Up Catering
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/women-in-the-wilds/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,History & Culture,South Cook County,Volunteer,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/sand-ridge-nature-center-women-in-the-wilds-expo-mar26.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.60593301;-87.56574946
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sand Ridge Nature Center 15891 S Paxton Ave South Holland IL 60473 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=15891 S Paxton Ave:geo:-87.56574946,41.60593301
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T110000
DTSTAMP:20260710T212000Z
CREATED:20260309T201236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T212000Z
UID:10012773-1774087200-1774090800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Conservation @ Home: Spring Ephemerals
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how some wildflowers bloom while the ground is still cold and the air feels like winter? Join University of Illinois Extension for this free one-hour webinar to explore Illinois’ native spring ephemerals and their vital role in supporting early-season pollinators. Learn how to plant and care for these resilient woodland flowers to bring early color and habitat into your landscape.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/conservation-home-spring-ephemerals/
CATEGORIES:Conservation@Home,Education,Gardening,Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/conservation-at-home-evaluation-sep16.jpg
LOCATION:https://extension.illinois.edu/events/2026-03-21-conservationhomes-2026-spring-ephemerals-webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T100000
DTSTAMP:20260303T153527Z
CREATED:20260204T160427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T153527Z
UID:10012286-1774080000-1774087200@fpdcc.com
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-19/
LOCATION:McGinnis Slough\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/bird-the-preserves-logo-011419.gif
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.64133521;-87.85639902
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T080000
DTSTAMP:20260205T152301Z
CREATED:20260205T152301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T152301Z
UID:10012291-1774080000-1774080000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Morning 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/morning-bird-walk-2/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/gif:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/bird-the-preserves-logo-011419.gif
GEO:41.89324535;-87.82630546
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Avenue River Forest IL 60305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=738 Thatcher Avenue:geo:-87.82630546,41.89324535
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T181500
DTSTAMP:20260212T224807Z
CREATED:20260212T224713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T224807Z
UID:10012387-1774030500-1774030500@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Timberdoodle Talk & Trek
DESCRIPTION:Learn\, then observe the American woodcock courtship display in the darkening sky. Ages 7 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/timberdoodle-talk-trek/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/woodcock-timberdoodle-rodney-campbell-flickr-apr15.jpg
GEO:42.11563369;-88.16357511
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road Barrington Hills IL 60010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Stover Road:geo:-88.16357511,42.11563369
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T110000
DTSTAMP:20260213T041512Z
CREATED:20260213T041512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T041512Z
UID:10012442-1773997200-1774004400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Printmaking Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to carve your own linoblock stamp. Materials provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/printmaking-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.89585788;-87.83089023
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T180000
DTSTAMP:20260217T180225Z
CREATED:20260205T223136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T180225Z
UID:10012294-1773943200-1773943200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Be a Better Birder: Birding and Technology
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about technology that can be used to enhance your birding experience.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/be-a-better-birder-birding-and-technology-3/
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Becker":MAILTO:Jessica.becker@cookcountyil.gov
LOCATION:https://forms.gle/PvNp4bYFnAiyxAwSA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260213T014517Z
CREATED:20260213T013821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T014517Z
UID:10012403-1773941400-1773948600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Crafting Circle
DESCRIPTION:Join a community of crafters to work on projects together! BYO-materials. Limited supplies available. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/crafting-circle-4/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.998562036604;-87.785286183849
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Caldwell Woods Wellness Center 6350 West Devon Avenue Chicago IL 60646 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6350 West Devon Avenue:geo:-87.785286183849,41.998562036604
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260319T185754Z
CREATED:20260213T010820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T185754Z
UID:10012397-1773939600-1773948600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Restore the Night
DESCRIPTION:Remove invasive shrubs\, then join our season wrap-up celebration! Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up w/ adult. High schoolers may earn service hours.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restore-the-night/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Northwest Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/little-red-schoolhouse-volunteer-aug12.jpg
GEO:42.11563369;-88.16357511
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road Barrington Hills IL 60010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Stover Road:geo:-88.16357511,42.11563369
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260213T014419Z
CREATED:20260213T013553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T014419Z
UID:10012402-1773914400-1773921600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing: Celebrate the Spring Season
DESCRIPTION:Experience the health benefits of being in nature with Gayle Byck of InTune with Nature. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/forest-bathing-celebrate-the-spring-season/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/wellness-woods-banner.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.998562036604;-87.785286183849
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Caldwell Woods Wellness Center 6350 West Devon Avenue Chicago IL 60646 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6350 West Devon Avenue:geo:-87.785286183849,41.998562036604
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T100000
DTSTAMP:20260215T212148Z
CREATED:20260215T212148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T212148Z
UID:10012649-1773828000-1773828000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Sun and Moon Share the Sky
DESCRIPTION:Join La Grange Park Public Library for story time and crafts while learning about the spring equinox. Ages 2-6 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sun-and-moon-share-the-sky/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/trailside-children-storytime-nov25.jpeg
GEO:41.70896743;-87.87715272
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd Willow Springs IL 60480 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9800 Willow Springs Rd:geo:-87.87715272,41.70896743
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T100000
DTSTAMP:20260215T044939Z
CREATED:20260215T044854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T044939Z
UID:10012635-1773828000-1773828000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Waterfowl Watch
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we peer through a spotting scope to watch and identify waterfowl. Ages 14 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/waterfowl-watch-7/
LOCATION:McGinnis Slough\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/mcginnis-slough-jim-phillips-jul-07.jpg
GEO:41.64133521;-87.85639902
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T100000
DTSTAMP:20260209T194511Z
CREATED:20260209T194511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T194511Z
UID:10012355-1773828000-1773828000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Wee Wanderer Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Join 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 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wanderer-wednesdays-8/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/crabtree-nature-center-nature-play-may13.jpg
GEO:42.11563369;-88.16357511
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road Barrington Hills IL 60010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Stover Road:geo:-88.16357511,42.11563369
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR