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National Clean Up Day
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us at River Trail and the surrounding preserves and clean up our natural world. Pick up supplies onsite. All […]
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Walk and Talk
Oak Forest Heritage Preserve-East • Oak Forest, IL 60452Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Free
Latino Conservation Week: Paddle and Clean-up
Powderhorn Lake • Burnham, IL 60633Help keep the forest clean and paddle the Calumet Region at Powderhorn Lake. All ages.
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Chicago Portage Day
Chicago Portage National Historic Site • Lyons, IL 60402Celebrate this National Historic Site, its cultural significance, and the history of Chicago. Presentations, demonstrations, site tours, games and activities.
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Solar Day Drop In
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010View our nearest star with NW Suburban Astronomers.
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Fall Nature Camp
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Learn the significance of harvest season in Native American culture while participating in various activities. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center. […]
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Wellness Walks in Thatcher Woods
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk in Thatcher Woods, led by Roberta Jannsen, Univ. of IL Extension volunteer, […]
Free
Fall Color Ramble-Bilingual
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Come witness the wonderful ephemeral color changes that nature has to offer! 1.5-mile walk, rain or shine. Programa ofrecido en […]
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What’s On The Menu?
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Camping For All
Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480Enjoy cycling, climbing, kayaking and camping while you explore beautiful Camp Bullfrog Lake in this program specially designed for individuals […]
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One Voyage 5K Run & Walk
Busse Forest-Central • Cook County, IL 60007 (near Elk Grove Village)Help get youth from the Chicagoland area into the outdoors by participating in run fun for the entire family. Register: […]
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Accessible Autumnal Equinox Walk
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join us for a talk about the equinox on a short, guided nature walk on a paved trail. ADA Accessible.
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Pedal the Preserves
Carl R. Hansen Woods • Cook County, IL 60192 (near Schaumburg)Learn basics, simple maintenance, and safe riding skills then explore the trail. Family-friendly. Loaner bikes upon request to first 15 […]
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Drop In Bird Banding
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Banding at Sagawau is in its 27th year. See birds up close while learning about this scientific method.
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“Check Out” Nature
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Explore nature by checking out some of our gear. We will answer questions, give trail recommendations, maps, and more.
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Hoarders
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Come watch animals stocking up their larders for winter. All ages.
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Interesting Insects
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Look for all the different insects we can find in the Fall season.
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What’s On The Menu?
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Free
Tuesdays are for the Birds!
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us as we seek out fall migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
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Wellness Days at Kickapoo
Kickapoo Woods • Riverdale, IL 60827Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
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Nature’s Art Box
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Nature is a Resource
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439An invitation to discuss how after-school programs and nature intersect. Presented with the Illinois Afterschool Network and geared for Out […]
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Wellness Days at Whistler
Whistler Woods • Riverdale, IL 60827Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Free
Weekly Caldwell Woods Wellness Center Programming
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646An exciting new program will take place every Thursday! Check fpdcc.com for weekly offerings including time, age appropriateness, and other […]
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Story Trail
Catherine Chevalier Woods • Chicago, IL 60656Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, experience a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home upon […]
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Story Trail
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by experiencing a story unfold along a short trail. A craft is available to take home […]
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History of the Lagoons Paddle
Tower Road Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60093 (near Winnetka)Explore the uniqueness of Skokie Lagoons by way of water. Equipment provided. In partnership with Chicago River Canoe & Kayak.
Free
Be a Better Birder: Birding and Technology
Zoom Presentation
Virtual Event
Join us and discover how technology can be used to enhance your birding experience.
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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.
Free
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Party for the Preserves: Bike Ride
Beaubien Woods • Chicago, IL 60827Celebrate National Public Lands Day with nature-based activities and bike rides. Divvy bikes provided, limited supply.