Stories of the Stars
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010View the constellations and hear their mythical tales while enjoying a treat around the campfire.
View the constellations and hear their mythical tales while enjoying a treat around the campfire.
Teens and families, give back this MLK day. Join us for a litter clean-up in celebration of Martin Luther King, […]
Participate in restoration, celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., and warm up with hot beverages. Ages 10 & […]
Explore the Preserves via snowshoe! If conditions are not favorable for snowshoeing (4” or more of packed snow), hikes and […]
Believe it or not, some insects are active through the winter. Search for these cold-hardy survivors. Ages 14 & up. […]
Woodpeckers are well adapted for their environment. Join us for a short presentation and a stroll to observe these wonderful […]
Únase a nosotros durante la hora de comer para aprender sobre los animales embajadores de Trailside.
Stop by the nature center to participate in a self-led litter pick-up. Garbage bags and disposable gloves available.
Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a day of service. Join us for an afternoon of litter clean-up, crafts […]
Learn what it takes to keep our forest healthy and participate in a day of service. S’mores provided.
Put on some gloves and join us in removing invasive species. Tools, eye protection provided. Children 8 & up w/adult. […]
Give items a second life by turning them into an ornament, decoration or birdfeeder. Learn how to extend the life […]
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.