Camping 101
Camp Reinberg • Palatine, IL 600741.5-hour long workshop covering basic camping skills. All ages.
1.5-hour long workshop covering basic camping skills. All 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, experience a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home upon […]
Learn the significance of harvest season in Native American culture while participating in various activities. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center. […]
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home […]
Drop in at Trailside on the 3rd Thursday of each month to connect to nature through fun themed activities for […]
Learn the science behind the study of fossils. Participate in a simulated fossil hunt to shed light on a 12,000-year-old […]
Use nature to inspire art and try your hand at a variety of arts and crafts. Ages 13-19.
Perform or listen to music and poetry during an open-mic night at sunset.
Join us after hours each month for fun activities. Spanish speakers welcome! Ages 13-18.
Participate in the American Indian Center's Food is Medicine event with the resident chef, who will showcase a sampling of […]
Learn the significance of harvest season in Native American culture while participating in various activities. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center. […]
Celebrate the coming equinox with a 1.5-mile walk.
Learn about nocturnal animals. Register by 9/17. Cost: $5/person. Ages 8 & up.
In honor of National CleanUp Day, help care for our natural world. Drop in anytime and pick up supplies for […]
Join us on a guided bird walk to see both resident and migratory birds, led by John Elliott of the […]
Join us at River Trail and the surrounding preserves and clean up our natural world. Pick up supplies onsite. All […]
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Help keep the forest clean and paddle the Calumet Region at Powderhorn Lake. All ages.
Celebrate this National Historic Site, its cultural significance, and the history of Chicago. Presentations, demonstrations, site tours, games and activities.
View our nearest star with NW Suburban Astronomers.
Learn the significance of harvest season in Native American culture while participating in various activities. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center. […]
Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk in Thatcher Woods, led by Roberta Jannsen, Univ. of IL Extension volunteer, […]
Come witness the wonderful ephemeral color changes that nature has to offer! 1.5-mile walk, rain or shine. Programa ofrecido en […]
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Enjoy cycling, climbing, kayaking and camping while you explore beautiful Camp Bullfrog Lake in this program specially designed for individuals […]
Help get youth from the Chicagoland area into the outdoors by participating in run fun for the entire family. Register: […]
Join us for a talk about the equinox on a short, guided nature walk on a paved trail. ADA Accessible.
Learn basics, simple maintenance, and safe riding skills then explore the trail. Family-friendly. Loaner bikes upon request to first 15 […]
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.