Canceled Summer Solstice Walk
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Celebrate the longest day of the year during a 1.5-mile walk.
Celebrate the longest day of the year during a 1.5-mile walk.
Join us for a lively discussion of “Entangled Life” by Merlin Sheldrake, a book about fungi and forests. Ages 18 […]
Enjoy the lingering daylight on the longest day of the year with stories, songs and s’mores around the campfire.
The time has finally come to celebrate the emergence of the 17-year cicadas! Join us on the summer solstice as […]
Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers.
Join us for a stroll looking for birds while we learn basic ID tips. All skill levels welcome.
Celebrate Pride Month with a casual nature hike to enjoy the sights, sounds, and scents of early summer. Family program.
Week 1: Create a Self-Love Kit (Jun 8) Week 2: Peace and Drum Circle (Jun 22) Week 3: Sensory Experience […]
Use your camera to observe nature on a guided photography walk. All levels and camera types. Ages 13 & up.
Part workshop, part campout! Learn camping skills, then spend the night.
Discover tiny creatures in our ponds.
A nature-related scout adventure will be offered and achieved. Jun 23: Wolf Level Jul 28: Bear Level Aug 25: Webelos […]
A program all about snakes.
Discover nature and enjoy experiences through exploration and recreation. Group 1: Ages 6-8 Group 2: Ages 9-11
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Children ages 10-11 will explore the outdoors through fishing, birdwatching, insect discovery, treasure hunts and hands-on animal encounters. Snacks included. […]
Nature stories, crafts, and activities. Children ages 3 to 6 with adult.
Join us for an exciting Children's Concert! Enjoy stories from Barrington Area Library, music from Alloy Horns and nature-themed activities […]
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Open play, star gazing and s’mores.
Watch and learn about the glowing insects of twilight on a guided stroll.
Spend a day investigating fish and their habitat, making fish crafts, and learning how to cast. On the second day, […]
Presented with River Forest Public Library. We’ll read stories and do a simple nature activity. Weather dependent. Ages 0 to […]
Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up.
Don’t be THAT person when you are out birding. Learn about ABA birding ethics and how to ensure other people […]
Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers.
Join us for a short, slow-paced birdwatching experience on our ADA-accessible trail with a stop at a marsh overlook. Total […]
Enjoy the fresh air and put your muscles to work as you restore ecosystems. Tools and safety gear provided. Age […]
Join others around the globe for a morning of splashing, squishing, mud creations, and more! Dress to get messy. All ages. […]
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