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Celtic Mythology Walks
Bemis Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60558 (near Western Springs)Walk through the forest to hear stories from Celtic mythology about humans' connection to nature. Grove 7.
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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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Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk through the sugar maple forest and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making. All ages.
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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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Nature Walk – Women’s History Month
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Enjoy a spring walk while learning about women who made an impact in nature conservation.
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Introduction to Photography
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Bring your own camera and learn the basics of photography. Then, put your knowledge to the test in the field.
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Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk through the sugar maple forest and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making. All ages.
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Celtic Mythology Walks
Bemis Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60558 (near Western Springs)Walk through the forest to hear stories from Celtic mythology about humans' connection to nature. Grove 7.
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Animal Enrichment Studio
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Learn about animal behavior and craft enrichment items for our ambassador animals! Ages 10 & up.
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Restoration Workday
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Help us restore habitat and control invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up; ages 12-17 w/ adult.
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Maple Syrup Festival
FeaturedRiver Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Celebrate the arrival of spring with a special day of activities including crafts, games, tree tapping and maple syrup history.
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Nature Walk
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Enjoy a spring walk along the trails.
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Wee Wonders: Turtles
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Bring your little ones to learn about turtles through stories, crafts and a turtle encounter. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
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Crabtree History Walk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us as we walk and learn about the early days of Crabtree Nature Center.
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Houseplant 911
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Learn care tips, beginner basics and how to choose your flora friends.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
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Fitness Hike
Brezina Woods • Cook County, IL 60526 (near La Grange Park)Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes are faster paced with little to no stopping or interpretation. 7 miles.
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Wee Wanderer Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join 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 […]
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Waterfowl Watch
McGinnis Slough • Orland Park, IL 60462Join us as we peer through a spotting scope to watch and identify waterfowl. Ages 14 & up.
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Sun and Moon Share the Sky
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join La Grange Park Public Library for story time and crafts while learning about the spring equinox. Ages 2-6 w/ adult.
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Forest Bathing: Celebrate the Spring Season
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Experience the health benefits of being in nature with Gayle Byck of InTune with Nature. Ages 18 & up.
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Restore the Night
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Remove invasive shrubs, then join our season wrap-up celebration! Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up w/ adult. High schoolers may earn service hours.
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Crafting Circle
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Join a community of crafters to work on projects together! BYO-materials. Limited supplies available. Drop in.
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