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SUMMARY:Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Restore habitat and control invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 8 & up. Ages 15 & under w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/restoration-workday-6/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T120000
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CREATED:20260811T183531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T191711Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Observe bird banding and talk with banders. Drop-in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-banding-2/
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:20260920T080000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T180443Z
UID:10013398-1789891200-1789891200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Birding by Kayak
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist and kayak as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-9/
LOCATION:Busse Lake Boating Center\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Paddling,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Bird Alliance":MAILTO:CBA@chicagobirdalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T080000
DTSTAMP:20260814T195029Z
CREATED:20260803T194730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195029Z
UID:10013397-1789891200-1789891200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-8/
LOCATION:Palos Park Woods-North
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T080000
DTSTAMP:20260814T195018Z
CREATED:20260803T193719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195018Z
UID:10013392-1789891200-1789891200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist as we look for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-walk-3/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260813T213319Z
CREATED:20260813T213226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T213319Z
UID:10013773-1789830000-1789830000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:“Bone” Appetit
DESCRIPTION:Join us during feeding time to learn about Trailside’s ambassador animals.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bone-appetit/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Central Cook County,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195614Z
UID:10013324-1789830000-1789830000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:What’s On The Menu?
DESCRIPTION:Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/whats-on-the-menu/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
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CREATED:20260813T164930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T164930Z
UID:10013715-1789822800-1789830000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Teen Exploration Day: Pond Dipping
DESCRIPTION:Drop in at the Redwing Trail pond to observe wetland inhabitants and macroorganisms. Geared towards teens & their families.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/teen-exploration-day-pond-dipping/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T192346Z
CREATED:20260811T184332Z
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UID:10013599-1789822800-1789822800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Monarchs
DESCRIPTION:Learn how monarchs make their journey to Mexico during a presentation\, followed by a hike.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/monarchs/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T140000
DTSTAMP:20260904T142812Z
CREATED:20260810T180821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T142812Z
UID:10013538-1789819200-1789826400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate diverse\, vibrant Hispanic cultures with dance performances\, arts and nature education\, and local food! Center of Peruvian Arts performance at 12 pm\, Xochitl-Quetzal Aztec Dance Performance at 1 pm.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Music,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260918T213043Z
CREATED:20260814T161938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T213043Z
UID:10013856-1789815600-1789833600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Solar Day - Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Meet our partners from NW Suburban Astronomy as we safely view our nearest star. Scopes will be setup near the parking lot.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/solar-day-drop-in/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Northwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260814T150221Z
CREATED:20260814T150221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T150221Z
UID:10013819-1789815600-1789815600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Feeding Time
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the diets of our ambassador animals\, their habitats and observe a feeding demonstration.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/feeding-time/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T123000
DTSTAMP:20260919T183058Z
CREATED:20260813T174531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T183058Z
UID:10013721-1789812000-1789821000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Hike the Freedom Trail: Bus and Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Follow the tale of Freedom Seekers through the Calumet Region. Presented with Midwest Underground Railroad Network.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/hike-the-freedom-trail-bus-and-walking-tour/
LOCATION:Beaubien Woods Boat Launch
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.6553645;-87.591263
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260919T183105Z
CREATED:20260902T220349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T183105Z
UID:10013871-1789812000-1789819200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Fall Nature Wellness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest bathing guides during these slow and leisurely walks that can lead to improved mental and physical health. A beautiful tea ceremony will be conducted after the walk. These walks are designed for those 18 and older.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-nature-wellness-walk/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T100000
DTSTAMP:20260813T194107Z
CREATED:20260813T182018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T194107Z
UID:10013730-1789812000-1789812000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Buckthorn Dyeing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Katelyn Patton to learn basics of plant-based dyes while deepening your relationship to local ecology.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/buckthorn-dyeing-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,South Cook County,Sustainability,Volunteer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.73766183;-87.68113707
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260806T193651Z
CREATED:20260806T193553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T193651Z
UID:10013503-1789808400-1789830000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:National Clean Up Day
DESCRIPTION:Care for our natural world by making River Trail and the surrounding preserves cleaner. Self-guided. Pick up supplies onsite.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/national-clean-up-day/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Cook County,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260814T144224Z
CREATED:20260814T144224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T144224Z
UID:10013810-1789804800-1789815600@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Prairie Birding
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/prairie-birding/
LOCATION:Orland Grassland South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.56119318;-87.86618206
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T080000
DTSTAMP:20260814T150116Z
CREATED:20260814T150116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T150116Z
UID:10013818-1789804800-1789804800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Birding Across Habitats
DESCRIPTION:Naturalist-led hike searching for birds in woodlands\, prairies and wetlands. All birding levels welcome. Binoculars available for loan.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/birding-across-habitats/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T190000
DTSTAMP:20260806T193402Z
CREATED:20260806T193402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T193402Z
UID:10013502-1789758000-1789758000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:River Trail Nightlife: Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nocturnal animals and more on a guided hike. Cost: $5/person. Ages 6 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/river-trail-nightlife-night-hike-2/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Astronomy,Hiking & Walking,North Cook County,Youth
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T220000
DTSTAMP:20260507T193800Z
CREATED:20260504T155932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T193800Z
UID:10012795-1789750800-1789768800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Palos Night Sky Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 3rd Annual Palos Night Sky Picnic! \nExplore the Palos Preserves at night\, nestled within the largest Urban Night Sky Place. Bring your picnic food\, beverages & cocktails (no glass) and chairs to enjoy the evening. Live entertainment\, informal exhibits\, presentations and telescopes. Rain/cloud date will be Saturday\, September 19.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/palos-night-sky-picnic-3/
LOCATION:Pioneer Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Southwest Cook County,Sustainability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T183000
DTSTAMP:20260910T195219Z
CREATED:20260812T191959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T195219Z
UID:10013677-1789750800-1789756200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:History of the Lagoons Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Skokie Lagoons by water. Equipment provided. Presented with Chicago River Canoe & Kayak.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/history-of-the-lagoons-paddle/
LOCATION:Tower Road Boat Launch\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Fitness,History & Culture,North Cook County,Paddling
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/skokie-lagoons-group-kayak-02-may25.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:42.11471991;-87.77565902
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T202538Z
CREATED:20260811T202538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T202538Z
UID:10013614-1789725600-1789732800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Fridays in the Field
DESCRIPTION:University of Illinois-Extension Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities when the buildings are closed.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fridays-in-the-field-7/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center 9800 Willow Springs Rd Willow Springs IL 60480 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9800 Willow Springs Rd:geo:-87.87715272,41.70896743
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T180000
DTSTAMP:20260803T192816Z
CREATED:20260803T192816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T192816Z
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SUMMARY:Be a Better Birder: Get Ready for Urban Birding Festival
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Urban Birding Festival and how to prepare\, what to bring\, where to go!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/be-a-better-birder-get-ready-for-urban-birding-festival/
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Becker":MAILTO:Jessica.becker@cookcountyil.gov
LOCATION:https://forms.gle/o8xK6YyL4FmbmJDs9
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260915T141021Z
CREATED:20260803T202746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T141021Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Open Climb
DESCRIPTION:Scale the indoor climbing wall! Participants must be over 40lbs. Adult supervision and waivers required. Accessible climbing equipment available.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-open-climb/
LOCATION:Camp Sullivan\, 14630 Oak Park Ave\, Oak Forest\, IL\, 60452\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Fitness,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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T163000
DTSTAMP:20260813T212936Z
CREATED:20260813T212854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T212936Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Thursdays 'What is climate change?' Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Connect to nature through fun themed activities for all ages. Led by University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-thursdays-what-is-climate-change-drop-in/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Trailside Museum of Natural History 738 Thatcher Avenue River Forest IL 60305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=738 Thatcher Avenue:geo:-87.82630546,41.89324535
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260916T195513Z
CREATED:20260810T180320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T195513Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Arts for Health
DESCRIPTION:Experience nature\, art and wellness in this fun\, interactive class using rocks to create art. Led by University of Illinois Extension.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-arts-for-health/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,North Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.998562036604;-87.785286183849
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Caldwell Woods Wellness Center 6350 West Devon Avenue Chicago IL 60646 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6350 West Devon Avenue:geo:-87.785286183849,41.998562036604
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T100000
DTSTAMP:20260814T193416Z
CREATED:20260803T191636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T193416Z
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SUMMARY:Walk & Talk: Oak Forest Heritage Preserve
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. 1.6 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk-oak-forest-heritage-preserve/
LOCATION:Oak Forest Heritage Preserve-East\, IL
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (South Zone)":MAILTO:southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.59968153;-87.72028725
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T093000
DTSTAMP:20260806T154606Z
CREATED:20260806T154606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T154606Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Buds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult. Tickets first come\, first served.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/baby-buds/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Music,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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GEO:42.11563369;-88.16357511
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road Barrington Hills IL 60010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Stover Road:geo:-88.16357511,42.11563369
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T190000
DTSTAMP:20260806T153156Z
CREATED:20260806T153156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T153156Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Artisan Series: Flower Press
DESCRIPTION:Get crafty on select Wednesday evenings. Ages 18 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-artisan-series-flower-press/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Gardening,Northwest Cook County
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Crabtree Nature Center 3 Stover Road Barrington Hills IL 60010;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 Stover Road:geo:-88.16357511,42.11563369
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T180000
DTSTAMP:20260916T170500Z
CREATED:20260814T143923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T170500Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:BYOB (no glass) and enjoy the night sky before taking part in a guided hike. Ages 21 & up. 1.5 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/adult-night-hike-3/
LOCATION:Spears Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)":MAILTO:experience.nature@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.72661602;-87.85297377
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