Mother’s Day Mindful Art Program
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us at Sand Ridge Nature Center for our Mother's Day Mindful Art Program. Celebrate mothers and Mother Earth with […]
Join us at Sand Ridge Nature Center for our Mother's Day Mindful Art Program. Celebrate mothers and Mother Earth with […]
Join us for a walk in the woodland.
Learn about spring woodland wildflowers on a casual walk.
Join us as we seek out spring migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Join us on a guided walk to learn about ways people have sustainably and ethically lived off the land throughout […]
Join Advocate Aurora Health - Behavioral Health Department to learn about the services that they provide the South Suburban PSA […]
A special program for little naturalists. Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3 to […]
Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Help connect your little one with nature during open nature play time. Grove 7.
Join Chicago Bird Alliance for a bird walk at the height of spring migration with an expert birder and conservationist! […]
Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Join IL Ext. Master Naturalists for fun nature and inquiry-based activities.
Join us as we gather with the healing sounds of singing bowls in the forest and explore the sounds of […]
Relax and enjoy the sounds of nature as we sit around a campfire, tell stories, enjoy s’mores, and take a […]
An evening walk to learn about nocturnal animals at River Trail.
In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, participate in all thing’s kites. Timed flying demonstration, crafts, and more.
Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 10 & up; under 15 w/adult.
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Join us for a day of celebration and exploration as we honor the incredible diversity of life at Eggers Grove.
Mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Ages 18 & up.
Welcome brood 13 of periodical cicadas. We will search for their emergence holes and learn how to identify good cicada […]
Teens will explore the world of turtles. Ages 13 & up.
Periodical cicadas return to Northeastern Illinois. This special exhibit will help answer your buzzing questions about periodical cicadas.
Join the second oldest continual canoe race in the United States! The race begins at Oak Springs Road in Libertyville […]
Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Join us for an exciting outdoor event that bridges cultures, connects newcomers to nature and celebrates the spirit of adventure! […]
Nearly all Forest Preserves events are free; some require registration and/or a low fee. Residents may qualify for free admission opportunities at our partners: Brookfield Zoo Chicago and the Chicago Botanic Garden.
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Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.