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SUMMARY:Sunset Photography Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Join Crabtree Nature Photographers’ Meetup Group for a guided sunset walk and capture nature in the fading light.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sunset-photography-meetup-5/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County,Photography
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T220959Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Book Club: “Backyard Bird Chronicles”
DESCRIPTION:Join a lively book discussion about “Backyard Bird Chronicles” by Amy Tan.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-book-club-backyard-bird-chronicles/
LOCATION:Forest Park Public Library\, 7555 Jackson Blvd\, Forest Park\, IL\, 60130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Storytelling
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SUMMARY:Night of Nature Play
DESCRIPTION:Scavenger hunt\, games and crafts under the glowing night (black) lights.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/night-of-nature-play/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion\, IL
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Campfire,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,South Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T090000
DTSTAMP:20260814T142543Z
CREATED:20260814T142523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T142543Z
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SUMMARY:Spooky Shuffle 5k/10k
DESCRIPTION:Race through then pristine Sag Valley Trail System. Presented with Village of Palos Park.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/spooky-shuffle-5k-10k-2/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Fitness,Halloween,Hiking & Walking,Southwest Cook County,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T123000
DTSTAMP:20260919T183232Z
CREATED:20260919T183232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260919T183232Z
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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-4/
LOCATION:Beaubien Woods Boat Launch
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,South Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T110000
DTSTAMP:20260807T191734Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T191734Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Enrichment Studio for Teens
DESCRIPTION:Create enrichment items for our ambassador animals\, then see how they are used as an important part of their care.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/animal-enrichment-studio-for-teens/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Education,Northwest Cook County,Youth
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SUMMARY:REACH Nature Navigators
DESCRIPTION:A high-energy outdoor adventure guiding visitors through a Leave No Trace scavenger hunt\, shelter building and backpack challenges\, wilderness first aid demos\, river critter investigations\, cleanup activities\, and hands-on nature art—an inviting mix of exploration\, skill building\, and environmental stewardship. October sessions feature Halloween themed twists for extra spooky fun. Presented with Refugee Education & Adventure Challenge (REACH) youth.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/reach-nature-navigators/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,History & Culture,Nature Play,North Cook County,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T130000
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SUMMARY:Fall Color Walk
DESCRIPTION:Guided walk to look for color.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-color-walk-2/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T130000
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SUMMARY:Seed Collecting at Wolf Road Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a prairie seed collecting workday and learn about history of remnant prairie. Ages 8 & up. Ages 15 & under w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/seed-collecting-at-wolf-road-prairie-2/
LOCATION:Wolf Road Prairie\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Gardening,Volunteer,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T130000
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SUMMARY:America’s Landscapes: The Palos Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Learn the geological story of the hilly landscape and some of its special land formations. Oral and ASL presentation.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/americas-landscapes-the-palos-preserves/
LOCATION:Sagawau Environmental Learning Center\, 12545 W 111th St\, Lemont\, IL\, 60439\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,History & Culture,Southwest Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T133000
DTSTAMP:20260814T194739Z
CREATED:20260813T163659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T194739Z
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SUMMARY:Oak-tober Fall Colors Walk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy seasonal color changes and learn about our native oaks. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/oak-tober-fall-colors-walk/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Hiking & Walking,South Cook County,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T140000
DTSTAMP:20260814T151228Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Birds
DESCRIPTION:Stop by to see our birds at mealtime.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/meet-the-birds-3/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Birding,Education,Southwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T150000
DTSTAMP:20260814T195614Z
CREATED:20260709T145504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195614Z
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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/2026-10-17/
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:20261017T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T200000
DTSTAMP:20260831T190527Z
CREATED:20260813T164537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T190527Z
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SUMMARY:Sounds Natural Creative Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy art\, wellness workshops\, food and music. Limited camping spaces available for optional overnight. Presented with Sounds Natural.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sounds-natural-creative-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Camp Shabbona Woods\, 15810 S Torrence Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Campfire,Camping,Music,Nature Play,Senior,South Cook County,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sand Ridge Campus":MAILTO:sandridge.naturecenter@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260814T195139Z
CREATED:20260811T183636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T195139Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding
DESCRIPTION:Observe bird banding and talk with banders. Drop-in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/bird-banding-11/
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:20261018T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T120000
DTSTAMP:20260813T213700Z
CREATED:20260813T213700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T213700Z
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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-7/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260806T183301Z
CREATED:20260806T183057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T183301Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the season with a special autumn fun day. Beekeeping demonstrations\, animal encounters\, pumpkin painting\, honey sales\, activities and more! Admission is free; there may be small fees for some activities and food is available to purchase.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-festival-2/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,North Cook County,Senior,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260811T144657Z
CREATED:20260811T144240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T144657Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wonders: Owls
DESCRIPTION:Learn about nature through sensory experiences\, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wonders-owls-6/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, 15891 S Paxton Ave\, South Holland\, IL\, 60473\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Arts & Crafts,Birding,Nature Play,South Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260814T194724Z
CREATED:20260814T145330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T194724Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Color Walk
DESCRIPTION:Travel through beautiful\, wooded preserves as we look for colors of the season. 3.5 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fall-color-walk-6/
LOCATION:Palos Park Woods-North
CATEGORIES: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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T150000
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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/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:River Trail Nature Center\, 3120 Milwaukee Ave\, Northbrook\, IL\, 60062\, United States
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,North Cook County
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261019T110000
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CREATED:20260714T220659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T220659Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga and Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bridgeview Library for a short nature story followed by kid’s yoga activities. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/yoga-and-storytime-3/
LOCATION:Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center\, 9800 Willow Springs Rd\, Willow Springs\, IL\, 60480\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature Play,Southwest Cook County,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T120000
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Connections
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles\, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy. All ages.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wildlife-connections/2026-10-20/
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:20261020T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260807T192351Z
CREATED:20260807T192351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T192351Z
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SUMMARY:Reptile Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:Learn about and experience reptiles from Illinois and abroad.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/reptile-awareness-day/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Animal Ambassador,Education,Northwest Cook County
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T130000
DTSTAMP:20260825T213504Z
CREATED:20260807T193229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T213504Z
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SUMMARY:Prairie Pages
DESCRIPTION:Join our adult nature book club with the Barrington Area Library!
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/prairie-pages-3/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Northwest Cook County,Storytelling
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T090000
DTSTAMP:20260814T200321Z
CREATED:20260813T211336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T200321Z
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SUMMARY:Senior Fitness Walk
DESCRIPTION:Moderately paced\, 1-mile fitness walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Ages 55 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/senior-fitness-walk-4/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Senior,Wellness in the Woods
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Thatcher Woods Pavilion Chicago Ave west of Thatcher Ave River Forest IL 60305 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave:geo:-87.83089023,41.89585788
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T104500
DTSTAMP:20260812T183903Z
CREATED:20260708T211456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T183903Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga in the Preserves
DESCRIPTION:Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/yoga-in-the-preserves/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,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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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:20261021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T100000
DTSTAMP:20260806T152047Z
CREATED:20260806T152047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T152047Z
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SUMMARY:Wee Wandering Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Read 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 basis.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/wee-wandering-wednesdays-10/
LOCATION:Crabtree Nature Center\, 3 Stover Road\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, 60010
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Nature Play,Northwest Cook County,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T183000
DTSTAMP:20260814T154839Z
CREATED:20260814T154839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T154839Z
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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-5/
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:20261022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T211419Z
CREATED:20260812T182652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T211419Z
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SUMMARY:Recycled Fairy Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Bring old plant pots\, toys and other items to create fun planters. Led by Navraaz Kaur Basati from Wandering Paths.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/recycled-fairy-gardens/
LOCATION:Caldwell Woods Wellness Center\, 6350 West Devon Avenue\, Chicago\, IL\, 60646\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Gardening,North Cook County,Sustainability,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (North Zone)":MAILTO:northzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.998562036604;-87.785286183849
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T180000
DTSTAMP:20260803T193157Z
CREATED:20260803T193157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T193157Z
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SUMMARY:Be a Better Birder: Intermediate Bird ID
DESCRIPTION:Step up your birding game by learning how to identify the complexities of birds.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/be-a-better-birder-intermediate-bird-id/
LOCATION:https://tinyurl.com/10-22-babb
CATEGORIES:Birding,Education,Virtual
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jessica Becker":MAILTO:Jessica.becker@cookcountyil.gov
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