Events
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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! Seniors can deepen their connection to the outdoors with fresh, engaging nature programs offered each month. Ages 55 […]
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Adaptive Cycling – Fitting, Skills and Riding
Bemis Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60558 (near Western Springs)Participants experience personalized bike fittings, hands-on skill development, and a guided ride to build confidence, independence, and enjoyment on adaptive cycles. Grove 6.
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Autumn Equinox Celebration
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Experience the health benefits of being in nature with guided forest meditation. Led by Gayle Byck from InTune with Nature.
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Faire at the Square-Drop-in
FeaturedCummings Square • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy our "creative-reuse carnival" with themed games made from repurposed materials! Win prizes and learn about local plants and animals.
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Be a Better Birder: How Birds Got Their Names
Virtual EventLearn about how scientists name birds and the history of common names for birds. Also, we will look at the future changes that bird names […]
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Crafternoon: Printmaking
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452Create a nature print project (tote bag, scarf or bring your own item).
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Pollinator Gardening with Native Plants
Caldwell Woods Wellness Center • Chicago, IL 60646Learn how to use ecologically beneficial plants, sample garden plates and simple design techniques. Led by Master Naturalist Sara Strother.
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Moth Picnic
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us for a nighttime moth attraction hike and see which moths appear on our white sheet under black light.
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Adaptive Kayaking – Provider Training
Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480A hands-on, skills-based session that equips local providers with the tools, techniques, and confidence to safely deliver inclusive paddling experiences for individuals with physical disabilities.
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Nature Wellness Walk
Linne Woods • Morton Grove, IL 60053Practice mindfulness and meditation during this leisure walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension. Ages 18 & up. Grove 2.
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Adaptive Kayaking – Experience and Skill Development
Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480Participants experience a safe, supportive introduction to adaptive kayaking, using specialized equipment and guided instruction to build confidence, independence, and connection on the water.
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Kayak the Des Plaines
Schuth’s Grove • Cook County, IL 60546 (near Riverside)Kayak 3 miles, from Schuth’s Grove to Plank Road Meadow. Equipment, shuttle provided. Beginners welcome.
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Adaptive Kayaking – Experience and Skill Development
Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480Participants experience a safe, supportive introduction to adaptive kayaking, using specialized equipment and guided instruction to build confidence, independence, and connection on the water.
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Volunteer Workday
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 8 & up. Children under 15 w/ adult.
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R.I.P. Stewardship
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Help us restore native habitats - Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Tools, gloves & snack provided. Closed toed shoes & long pants encouraged. […]
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Landscape Needle Felting
Saganashkee Slough Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Explore the beauty of our natural landscape using natural fibers. Supplies provided. Ages 12 & up.
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Intro to Paddling
Wampum Lake • Cook County, IL 60476 (near Thornton)Join Friends of the Chicago River for a fun day of introductory paddling.
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Meet Our Ambassador Animals
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Meet the animals that call Crabtree home.
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Wellness in the Woods: Yoga
Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center & Pavilion • Chicago, IL 60620Join us for a free 60-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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Fall Nature Fest
FeaturedLaBagh Woods • Chicago, IL 60630Engage with local environmental groups and businesses while enjoying food, games, Jesse White Tumblers, and animal ambassadors. Groves 1–4.
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Aztec Dance Performance: La Danza de los Concheros
Camp Shabbona Woods • South Holland, IL 60473Experience a journey into Mexico’s ancient Aztec culture of music, song and dance. Presented with Xochitl-Quetzal Danza Azteca.
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Hummingbird Photography Workshop
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Join nature photographer, Jim Vincent to learn how and when to take amazing pictures of hummingbirds using your camera and cell phone. The indoor presentation […]
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Paddle at Beaubien Woods
Beaubien Woods Boat Launch • Chicago, IL 60827Paddle along the Little Calumet River. All ages. First come, first served.
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