Events

Autumn Voyagers

Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010

Learn and observe who moves when winter approaches.

Free

Nurtured by Nature

Harms Woods-Central • Cook County, IL 60077 (near Skokie)

Join Cook County Commissioner Josina Morita and others for a nature-centered day of wellness focusing on mental, physical, and emotional […]

Free

Nature Detective

River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062

What happened here?! Learn how to look for clues to figure out nature’s mysteries.

Free

Forest Therapy

Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305

Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. Ages 16 & up. Register: thatforestfeeling.com/register

Free

Breast Cancer Awareness 

Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, stop by our table and learn about breast cancer, gain resources, and more. […]

Free
Event Series Wee Wonders

Wee Wonders

Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473

Learn about nature through music, movement, stories, and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Sep 11: Gardening Oct 9: Changing Colors Nov […]

Free

Camping 101

Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480

1.5-hour long workshop covering basic camping skills. All ages.

Night of Nature Play

Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center • Chicago, IL 60620

Experience nature play at night and discover what glows in the dark.

Free
Event Series S.E.N.I.O.R.S.

S.E.N.I.O.R.S.

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Join us for a nature-inspired adventure for seniors. Ages 55 & up. 

Free

Story Trail

Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home […]

Free

Owl Prowl

Eggers Grove • Chicago, IL 60617

Join an evening walk while searching for owls.

Free

Connecting Newcomers to Nature

Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305

Learn how nature helps refugees and immigrants heal from trauma. We'll explore how newcomer communities can connect with nature. To […]

Free

Walk and Talk

Kickapoo Woods • Riverdale, IL 60827

Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]

Free

Fitness Hike

Orland Grassland • Cook County, IL 60467 (near Orland Park)

Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]

Free

Phone Photography

River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062

Enjoy a guided walk to observe and photograph seasonal nature. For all levels and phone camera types. Register by 10/9. Ages 13 […]

Free

Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration

Schiller Woods-East • Chicago, IL 60634

Join us to celebrate Native American culture. Listen to drumming, enjoy Native dancing, explore the Serpent Mounds, & more. Presented […]

Free

Quarries: Stories of Ancient Reef Discovery

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439

Celebrate Earth Science Week: Earth Science Everywhere by looking into the history of quarries and how it led to a […]

Free

Seed Collecting

Wolf Road Prairie • Cook County, IL 60154 (near Westchester)

Collect prairie seed while learning about the significance and history of Wolf Road Prairie. Ages 12 & up.

Free

The Sounds Natural Series

Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473

Enjoy art activities, food, music, and workshops. If interested in camping overnight, call (708) 868-0606.

Free