Beginner Cross-Country Ski Lessons
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Ski programs will occur only when there is snow. Learn to ski […]
Ski programs will occur only when there is snow. Learn to ski […]
Shift your focus from daily hassles during an outdoor wellness and journaling […]
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to […]
Come check out a pair of our snowshoes (weather dependent), help with […]
Make a wooden birdhouse for your yard! While supplies last. Ages 14 […]
Indoor interactive activities to explore winter weather. Ages 7 & up.
Create vibrant nature-inspired art using natural materials found during the different seasons.
Ski with wood skis and wool knickers to win a prize. Test […]
Ski programs will occur only when there is snow. Learn to ski […]
Join us to help restore the natural community structure of our woodlands, […]
Choose happiness this winter by joining us indoors for activities, games and […]
Hunt our trails for the mighty snow flea and learn about other […]
Self-guided 0.5-mile walk on winter survival techniques of reptiles.
Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our ambassador […]
Nature stories, crafts and activities. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Join us for a one-mile, easy-paced walk in beautiful Thatcher Woods. Led […]
Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. These […]
Join us for a special program for little naturalists. Limited tickets available. […]
Follow a self-guided story featuring a prominent African American figure.
Join volunteer Naturalist Cyndi Duda every Wednesday for a hike around Phantom […]
Discover the natural world with a themed activity. Ages 55 & up.
Join us for an adventure in nature through movement, stories and artmaking. […]
Come join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult
Enjoy discussing this often-humorous book comparing human versus animal thought and intelligence.
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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Sign UpThe Forest Preserves is committed to providing equal, integrated participation for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Nature Center hosting your event or program 72 hours in advance to request reasonable accommodations or inquire about site accessibility.
Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.