Events
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Be a Better Birder: Intro to Bird ID
Virtual EventLearn the lingo birders use to describe birds and how to identify them using size and shape.
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Sunrise Stroll
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Join us for a stroll through the Forest Preserves at sunrise. 2.5 miles.
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Beginner Cross-Country Ski Lessons (Snow Dependent)
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Learn to ski with a certified Professional Ski Instructor of America. Ages 12 & up.
$20 – $30 • Registration Required -
Restoration Workday
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join naturalists as we help restore our ecosystems by removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
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Conservation @ Home: Seed Swap & Plant Exchange
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Bring and/or take some seeds and plants home at this free swap. Experts available for advice. Hosted at Swallow Cliff Woods Pavilion.
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In Our Nature: Celebrating Black Voices
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620An inspiring celebration of Black voices in nature through storytelling, shared learning, meaningful connections and a collaborative hands-on art experience.bl
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Micro Safari, Pt 1
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Take a closer look at the vibrant life of early spring waters with the help of a microscope.
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Wild About Play-Drop-in
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Ready to craft, create, and unleash your wild side? Swing by and take on the challenge: design enrichment items that'll spark joy for our amazing […]
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Local Stories of the Underground Railroad
FeaturedSand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn the history of local people, places and events that shaped the Underground Railroad. Presented by the Midwest Underground Railroad Network.
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“Bone” Appetit
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join us at feeding time as we give our outdoor Ambassador Animals their dinner.
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Beginner Cross-Country Ski Lessons (Snow Dependent)
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Learn to ski with a certified Professional Ski Instructor of America. Ages 12 & up.
$20 – $30 • Registration Required -
Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk through the sugar maple forest and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making. All ages.
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Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk through the sugar maple forest and learn about the sweet history of maple syrup making. All ages.
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Spectacular Snakes
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Meet our ambassador snakes and learn what makes our slithery friends so super. Drop in.
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Teen Nature Recharge
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Celebrate World Teen Mental Wellness Day with a relaxing evening in nature full of self-care and community. Ages 13-17.
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Blood Moon Rising: A Lunar Eclipse Night
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Experience the awe of a total lunar eclipse and watch Earth’s shadow dance across the moon in a breathtaking celestial display. Afterwards, stay for a […]
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World Wildlife Day
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Learn about the contributions of wildlife to our local communities and abroad.
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Canceled Full Moon Animal Adventure
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Search for signs of native wildlife in the moonlight. All ages.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
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Wee Wanderer Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for a special program for little naturalists. Ticket giveaway starts at 9:30 am and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Ages 2-6 […]
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Crabtree History Table Drop-In
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Experience a history table together as we discuss the early days and forming of Crabtree Nature Center.
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Dungeons & Dragons (Flies theme)
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Join us for a nature-themed DND one-shot campaign. No experience required. BYO-Dice.
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Spring has Sprung
Featured Spring has SprungRiver Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers. All ages.
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Sacred Wanderings
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Connect with nature and surround yourself with the energy of the natural world. Led by Unity Temple of Oak Park. For information, contact [email protected].
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