Ecological Restoration Weekend
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Enjoy the fresh air and put your muscles to work by helping to restore habitat. Equipment provided.
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 […]
Ignite your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity as we explore, experiment & make discoveries in the natural world. Ages […]
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 by experiencing a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home […]
Receive instruction from certified staff and try your hand at archery. Ages 10 & up. Junior archery available for those […]
Learn Qigong, a series of slow flowing movements and deep measured breaths, then walk in an Urban Night Sky Place.
Join our partners the River Forest Public Library and River Forest Park District for an evening of slightly spooky family […]
Join us on a guided bird walk to see both resident and migratory birds, led by John Elliott of the […]
Pumpkin painting, bowling, ring toss, leaf rubbing, fall-themed obstacle course, and more. Supplies limited. Presented with Jerome Witte, My Town Realty […]
Join The Nature Conservancy as they connect people to nature through environmental engagement and community partners.
Walk under ancient oaks to learn about their natural history and why they are a keystone species.
Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk in Thatcher Woods, led by Roberta Jannsen, Univ. of IL Extension volunteer, […]
Venture out on our scenic trails for a 3- to 4-mile guided walk.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
We’re celebrating our 59th Annual Arts and Craft Fair! Art of all styles will be sold by artists inspired by […]
Learn and observe who moves when winter approaches.
Join Cook County Commissioner Josina Morita and others for a nature-centered day of wellness focusing on mental, physical, and emotional […]
What happened here?! Learn how to look for clues to figure out nature’s mysteries.
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.
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.