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SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about fall bird migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-16/2025-11-15/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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SUMMARY:Waterfowl Watch
DESCRIPTION:Witness the fall migration. Presented with Arlington Heights Park District. Register by 11/13. Ages 10 & up. Location is at Busse Location – details will be given at registration.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/waterfowl-watch-6/
CATEGORIES:Birding,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251113T170000
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SUMMARY:Wellness in the Woods: Food Security Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Learn about gardening and the effect plants can have on your well-being. Led by Wandering Paths Founder Navraaz Kaur Basati.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk-food-security-gardens/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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SUMMARY:S.E.N.I.O.R.S.
DESCRIPTION:Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Ages 55 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/s-e-n-i-o-r-s/2025-11-13/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,Senior,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T100000
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SUMMARY:Open Nature Play Day
DESCRIPTION:Bring your little one for open nature play time. Enjoy the Dan Ryan Woods Nature Play space while helping your children connect with nature. Enjoy stories\, art and exploration each time.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/open-nature-play-day-3/2025-11-12/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251110T083000
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SUMMARY:Waterfowl Watch
DESCRIPTION:See migrating waterfowl on some of the wetlands. Ages 13 & up. Binoculars provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/waterfowl-watch-2/2025-11-10/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County
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SUMMARY:From Spore to Table
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to cultivate mushrooms at home. Refreshments provided. Ages 16 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/from-spore-to-table/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,Southwest Cook County
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SUMMARY:Nature Drawing Practice
DESCRIPTION:Learn common techniques to improve your drawing skills and train your artistic eye using nature references. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-drawing-practice/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T130000
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SUMMARY:Fossil Quarry Tour
DESCRIPTION:An indoor presentation about fossils of the Chicago region is followed by a 1.5-mile walk to visit Sagawau’s fossil quarry.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fossil-quarry-tour-2/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T130000
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SUMMARY:Tails on Trails
DESCRIPTION:Bring your dog on an adventure with a canine behavior specialist to learn how they perceive the world. Register by 11/7.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/tails-on-trails-2/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T130000
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SUMMARY:Why Did the Woolly Bear Cross the Road?
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about ways the Woolly Bear caterpillar\, and other moths and butterflies make it through the harsh winter months.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/why-did-the-woolly-bear-cross-the-road/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T093000
DTSTAMP:20251107T183745Z
CREATED:20250814T184232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T183745Z
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SUMMARY:Tails on Trails
DESCRIPTION:Bring your dog on an adventure with a canine behavior specialist to learn how they perceive the world. Register by 11/7.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/tails-on-trails/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T130000
DTSTAMP:20250815T105309Z
CREATED:20250815T105309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T105309Z
UID:10011247-1762606800-1762606800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Twenty Years of Monk Parakeet Research in Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Christopher Appelt (Biology\, St. Xavier University) has studied monk parakeets in Chicago for 20 years. He’ll discuss his work\, what he’s learned\, and what’s left to learn.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/twenty-years-of-monk-parakeet-research-in-chicago/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T120000
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CREATED:20250815T110935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T110935Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness in the Woods: Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free 45-minute class focused on building stability\, flexibility\, and relaxation through the practices of breath-work\, mindful movement\, and meditation. Liz\, from Serendipity Yoga and Wellness in Homewood\, will help you bring balance and ease to your mind and body through a series of seated\, kneeling\, lying and standing poses. Please come dressed comfortably in active wear with your yoga mat (if you have one). The class will be held indoors.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wellness-in-the-woods-yoga-8/2025-11-08/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion\, S Western Ave & W 87th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60620\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20250815T124441Z
CREATED:20250815T124441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T124441Z
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SUMMARY:Sand Ridge: Calumet Heritage Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore the heritage of the Calumet Region with guided walks\, regional activities and displays.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sand-ridge-calumet-heritage-day-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T120000
DTSTAMP:20250818T194302Z
CREATED:20250818T194302Z
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SUMMARY:R.I.P. Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws/loppers. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/r-i-p-stewardship/2025-11-08/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Southwest Cook County,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T120000
DTSTAMP:20250825T224246Z
CREATED:20250815T131405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T224246Z
UID:10011324-1762596000-1762603200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Buckthorn Dye Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Forest Preserves of Cook County\n\n\nLearn the basics of natural dyeing with the invasive common buckthorn. Participants will learn about the plant\, how to process for dye and take home their own naturally dyed textile.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/buckthorn-dye-workshop/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,North Cook County,Volunteer,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T120000
DTSTAMP:20251115T233347Z
CREATED:20250814T184000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T233347Z
UID:10011107-1762596000-1762603200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:River Trail Workday: Seeds and Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to collect native seeds and disperse them for restoration. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-15 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/river-trail-workday-seeds-and-stewardship/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,North Cook County,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T100000
DTSTAMP:20250808T144430Z
CREATED:20250808T144430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T144430Z
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SUMMARY:Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be led at a slower pace with frequent stopping and interpretation. 2 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk-12/
LOCATION:Plum Creek Meadow\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T110000
DTSTAMP:20251115T233347Z
CREATED:20250814T203028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T233347Z
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SUMMARY:Conservation@Home: Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring some seeds and/or take some seeds home at this free swap. Experts will be available for advice.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/conservationhome-seed-swap-2/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Conservation@Home,Education,Gardening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.89585788;-87.83089023
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T200000
DTSTAMP:20250815T134916Z
CREATED:20250815T120000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T134916Z
UID:10011286-1762534800-1762545600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Stars\, Stories\, and Smores
DESCRIPTION:Join us for s’mores by the fire\, storytelling\, astronomy and more.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/stars-stories-and-smores-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion\, S Western Ave & W 87th St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Campfire,South Cook County,Storytelling
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251107T113000
DTSTAMP:20250815T032558Z
CREATED:20250815T032558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T032558Z
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SUMMARY:Fire Ecology 101
DESCRIPTION:Learn about prescribed fire\, why we do it\, how it’s done and what effects it has during a 1.5-mile walk. Grove 1.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fire-ecology-101/
LOCATION:Red Gate Woods
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251202
DTSTAMP:20250815T133829Z
CREATED:20250814T211255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T133829Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Story Trail “Giving Thanks” by Chief Jake Swamp
DESCRIPTION:Walk a short trail while reading the posted story. Afterwards\, stop in to pick up a take-home craft and activities.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-story-trail-giving-thanks-by-chief-jake-swamp/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T211500
DTSTAMP:20250815T135106Z
CREATED:20250815T101354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T135106Z
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SUMMARY:Beavers by Moonlight
DESCRIPTION:Search for beavers using moonlight.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/beavers-by-moonlight/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T150000
DTSTAMP:20251022T200452Z
CREATED:20251022T200452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T200452Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Color Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy vibrant fall colors as we walk through the preserve.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-color-walk-9/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Fall Color,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.99856204;-87.78528618
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T150000
DTSTAMP:20250814T202313Z
CREATED:20250814T202217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T202313Z
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SUMMARY:Eco-Print Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Create an eco-print with fall leaves and make your own plant press around an outdoor fire.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/eco-print-workshop/
LOCATION:Evans Field
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Campfire,Central Cook County
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.91313175;-87.82667716
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T110000
DTSTAMP:20251022T200406Z
CREATED:20251022T200406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T200406Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Color Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy vibrant fall colors as we walk through the preserve.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-color-walk-8/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Fall Color,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.99856204;-87.78528618
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T100000
DTSTAMP:20250813T213616Z
CREATED:20250813T213616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T213616Z
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SUMMARY:Plants in the Military
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the upcoming Veterans Day\, we will observe how plants were widely used in the military.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/plants-in-the-military/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Gardening,History & Culture,Northwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T183000
DTSTAMP:20250815T112611Z
CREATED:20250815T112611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T112611Z
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for an evening walk while searching for owls.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/owl-prowl-8/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.68965448;-87.52772533
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T190000
DTSTAMP:20250815T134048Z
CREATED:20250811T155450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T134048Z
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SUMMARY:Camping 101
DESCRIPTION:1.5-hour long workshop covering basic camping skills. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/camping-101-15/
LOCATION:Camp Sullivan\, 14630 Oak Park Ave\, Oak Forest\, IL\, 60452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Camping,Camping 101,Education,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Forest Preserves of Cook County Campgrounds":MAILTO:experience.camping@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.62547112;-87.7875399
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