Sap’s Rising
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Learn about the amazing world of Ice Age Illinois with family-oriented games and activities. Ages 5 & up.
Explore through play-based learning and discovery. In collaboration with Brookfield Zoo.
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Star light, star bright, soak in the sounds and stars at Crabtree tonight.
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Drop in for a fun and unique scavenger hunt while discovering fascinating plants and animals.
Walk in the sugar maple forest as winter comes to an end and learn about the sweet history of maple […]
Enjoy an evening walk through the woods. Open to all levels of Girl Scout Troops.
Learn about nature through music, movement, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Mar 13: Gold Hunt Apr 10: Butterflies May […]
Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds.
Repurpose the common European buckthorn into something new. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up.
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.