Tuesdays are for the Birds!
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us as we seek out fall migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Join us as we seek out fall migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
An invitation to discuss how after-school programs and nature intersect. Presented with the Illinois Afterschool Network and geared for Out […]
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, experience a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home upon […]
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home […]
Explore the uniqueness of Skokie Lagoons by way of water. Equipment provided. In partnership with Chicago River Canoe & Kayak.
Join us and discover how technology can be used to enhance your birding experience.
Enjoy the fresh air and put your muscles to work by helping to restore habitat. Equipment provided.
Celebrate National Public Lands Day with nature-based activities and bike rides. Divvy bikes provided, limited supply.
Join us for drop-in activities that help us to be better stewards of the land. Earn service-learning hours.
Celebrate the Forest Preserves of Cook County on National Public Lands Day. Fall Flower Walks: 10:30 am & 1:30 pm […]
Enjoy music, salsa dance instruction, food trucks, bilingual hikes, yoga and more. Programa ofrecido en Espanol. Music and dance lessons […]
Join us to celebrate Native American culture while recognizing the theme ‘Every Child Matters.’ Enjoy traditional Powwow, native food, and […]
Celebrate National Public Lands Day by enjoying a nature walk and learning about the importance of green spaces.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Celebrate National Public Lands Day with us through live music, food vendors and a night hike. Enjoy paddling on the […]
Enjoy the fresh air and put your muscles to work by helping to restore habitat. Equipment provided.
Join us for a guided walk as the autumn color intensifies. Family program.
Bring the celebration outdoors to the Calumet region and paddle at Powderhorn Lake. All ages.
Join us for a guided bilingual nature walk exploring how all of nature is interconnected, including us. Únase a nosotros […]
Meet one of our raptors and learn what makes these winged hunters so unique.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Join us as we seek out fall migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals, and birds from the residents of Misericordia - Heart of […]
Join other seniors for a moderately paced, one mile fitness walks in beautiful Thatcher Woods. Led by senior Roberta Jannsen, […]
Enjoy a guided walk on 1.7-mile paved trail with resting points throughout. Wheelchair accessible; open to all. Presented with Opportunity […]
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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