Events
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Wee Wandering Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Read a story, make a craft and go on an adventure. Ages 2 to 6 with an adult. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served […]
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QPR Suicide Prevention Training
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Offered in partnership with the Kenneth Young Center.
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Night of Nature Play
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Experience nature play at night and discover what glows in the dark.
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S.E.N.I.O.R.S.
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Ages 55 & up.
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Wellness in the Woods: Indoor Gardening
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646Learn about gardening and the effect plants can have on your well-being. Led by Wandering Paths Founder Navraaz Kaur Basati.
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Be a Better Birder: Backyard Bird Feeding
Virtual EventLearn about bird feeders, types of foods, garden opportunities, and discover how to make your yard and home bird friendly.
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Fall Photography
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Enjoy a guided walk to view and photograph fall colors. For all levels. Register by 10/9. Ages 13 & up.
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Nature Painting: Artwork in the Woods!
Beaubien Woods Boat Launch • Chicago, IL 60827Paint wood rounds to decorate a nearby walking path. Supplies provided.
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R.I.P. Stewardship
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws/loppers. Ages 18 & up.
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Wellness in the Woods: Yoga
Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Join 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 […]
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Day Hiking Leadership Training
Bemis Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60523 (near Oak Brook)For teachers/youth educators! This event gives you all the tools to take groups out into the preserves for the day.
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Arachtober
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439October is a great time to observe our eight-legged friends. Sweep net for spiders as you learn about them.
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Weaving with Weeds: Cattail Mat
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Learn about the history of basketry/weaving techniques and create a small project with a common invasive plant - cattails. Ages 18 & up.
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Green Lake Open Fishing Clinic
Green Lake Woods • Calumet City, IL 60409Learn to fish. Equipment provided. A fishing license is required for ages 16 & up. Registration is for 30-minute slots.
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Family Campout
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Intro to camping for families. Includes meals, camping gear and outdoor fun. Cost: $75/family (group up to six).
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Intro to Afro-Brazilian Music
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Learn basic rhythms on percussive instruments as well as songs in Portuguese while in a call-and-respond setting. All instruments provided for Capoeira music, samba and […]
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Moonlight Paddle
Tower Road Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60093 (near Winnetka)Enjoy an exclusive after-hours sunset and moonlit paddle through the Skokie Lagoons.
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Bird Hike
McClaughrey Springs • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Join a naturalist for a morning bird hike. Binoculars available for loan.
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Tai Chi Hike
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Certified instructors from “Elevate Tai Chi” teach you how to make mindful movements on a guided walk along a trail.
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Seed Collecting
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Collect native seeds in our prairies to help in the restoration process. Ages 8 & up.
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Fall Changes
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Spectacular fall colors to view while enjoying a casual walk in the woods.
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Wee Wonders: Pumpkins
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult.
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Seed Collecting
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Collect native seeds in our prairies to help in the restoration process. Ages 8 & up.
Free • Registration Required
