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2 Miles at 2
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Join us for an afternoon walk. Ages 18 & up.
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Fiber Arts/Cozy Crafting
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Bring your own project or learn to crochet, knit, cross-stitch and more. Materials provided. Ages 13 & up.
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Children’s Lunar New Year
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Let’s learn about the holiday through reading, creating, and celebrating together. Ages 2-10 w/ adult.
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Natural History of Bison
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Discover the Bison that once explored this area, what happened to them and where they are now.
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Winter Open Climb
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452Scale Camp Sullivan's indoor climbing wall! Participants must weigh over 40 lbs. Adult supervision and waiver required. Accessible equipment available. Open 4 to 8 pm.
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Natural History of Bison
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Discover the Bison that once explored this area, what happened to them and where they are now.
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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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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 -
Winterpalooza
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Join us for winter activities including hikes, broom hockey, shelter building and more. Presented with the Portage Creek Boy Scouts.
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Restoration Workday
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Help us remove invasive species. Equipment provided. High schoolers may earn service hours. Ages 8 & up, 8-17 w/ adult.
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Walk & Talk: Black History Month Celebration
LaBagh Woods • Chicago, IL 60630Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Volunteer Workday
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-17 w/ adult.
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Volunteer Workday
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 8 & up; ages 8-14 w/adult.
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Winter Trails and Camp Fire Details
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452Enjoy a short hike, watch a campfire building demo, and relax on the fireside with hot beverages and s’mores.
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Black History Month Kickoff-Drop-in
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Discover the voice behind America Outdoors! Join us for a brief viewing and explore the work of writer, conservationist, and storyteller, Baratunde Thurston. Refreshments will […]
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Winter Nature Camp
Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120Learn about the significance of winter in Native American culture.
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Extreme Winter Weather
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439What causes the extreme, cold temperatures during the winter? Stay warm inside while learning about these weather events.
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Live Healthy, Discover Nature! Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Venture out on our scenic trails for a 3- to 4-mile guided walk.
Free • Registration Required -
Owls
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Come visit with us to learn about the fascinating owls and meet an ambassador animal! Family program.
Free • Registration Required -
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 -
Coffee Squawk Drop-In
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Grab a cup of joe and watch juncos with a naturalist.
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Lunar New Year
FeaturedLittle Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Embrace the promise of luck and prosperity in 2026 by honoring the Year of the Horse through festive activities, hands-on crafts, and lively performances.
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Coyote
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Learn the facts and myths about the urban population of this popular canine. Ages 14 & up.
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Superb Owl Party
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Help us celebrate owls and learn what makes them so unique!
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