Nature Discovery Day
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Drop in for a fun afternoon of nature discovery. We’ll have nature games, disc golf, art making, kite flying and […]
Drop in for a fun afternoon of nature discovery. We’ll have nature games, disc golf, art making, kite flying and […]
Sit under the stars and enjoy a family film at Elgin’s own beautiful Forest Preserve! BYO-blanket and bug spray. Refreshments […]
Enjoy a 1.6-mile walk or run through the prairie.
Join us for activities, viewing, and demos of how the birds are banded for tracking and research purposes.
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Disc Golf Chicago and the Forest Preserves of Cook County have partnered to set up a temporary course at Miller […]
Week 1: Create a Self-Love Kit (Jun 8) Week 2: Peace and Drum Circle (Jun 22) Week 3: Sensory Experience […]
Spend time with other teenagers in the community, experiencing nature by learning about local plants and animals, and socializing on […]
Mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Ages 18 & up.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Mystified by mushrooms? Take a casual walk to learn more. Ages 18 & up or ages 14-17 w/adult.
Part workshop, part campout! Learn camping skills, then spend the night.
Come join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult
Summer bug hunt. Ages 6 and up.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Nature stories, crafts, and activities. Children ages 3 to 6 with adult.
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 […]
Awaken your senses and renew your bond with nature with a Certified Forest Therapy Guide. Ages 18 & up. Grove […]
Learn the basics of bird identification, the lingo birders use to describe birds and how to identify birds using size […]
Calling all amateur astronomers and night sky enthusiasts! Bring your telescope or use one of ours for an evening of […]
University of Illinois Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities. Jul 12 – Grasshoppers Jul […]
Ages 18 and up.
In partnership with Ride Illinois, join us for a family-friendly event promoting riding bikes. Safety demonstration, techniques, tips, and a […]
Walk away from the feeders and watch hummingbirds with staff in some of their other favorite spots at Sagawau.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to ride the Busse Woods trail at sunset, twilight or in the dark! Tickets include […]
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.
Printed copies of our quarterly Events Guide are available at our Nature Centers and General Headquarters. They may also be available at your local city hall or library. Know a location that should have our Events Guide? Contact us.
Events Guide (PDF)Get free transportation to the Forest Preserves for your group.
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Sign UpThe Forest Preserves is committed to providing equal, integrated participation for individuals with disabilities. Please contact the Nature Center hosting your event or program 72 hours in advance to request reasonable accommodations or inquire about site accessibility.
Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.