Teen Exploration Days at Sand Ridge
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Join us after hours each month for fun activities. Spanish speakers welcome! Ages 13-18.
Join us after hours each month for fun activities. Spanish speakers welcome! Ages 13-18.
Participate in the American Indian Center's Food is Medicine event with the resident chef, who will showcase a sampling of […]
Learn the significance of harvest season in Native American culture while participating in various activities. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center. […]
Celebrate the coming equinox with a 1.5-mile walk.
Learn about nocturnal animals. Register by 9/17. Cost: $5/person. Ages 8 & up.
In honor of National CleanUp Day, help care for our natural world. Drop in anytime and pick up supplies for […]
Join us on a guided bird walk to see both resident and migratory birds, led by John Elliott of the […]
Join us at River Trail and the surrounding preserves and clean up our natural world. Pick up supplies onsite. All […]
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Help keep the forest clean and paddle the Calumet Region at Powderhorn Lake. All ages.
Celebrate this National Historic Site, its cultural significance, and the history of Chicago. Presentations, demonstrations, site tours, games and activities.
View our nearest star with NW Suburban Astronomers.
Learn the significance of harvest season in Native American culture while participating in various activities. Presented by Trickster Cultural Center. […]
Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk in Thatcher Woods, led by Roberta Jannsen, Univ. of IL Extension volunteer, […]
Come witness the wonderful ephemeral color changes that nature has to offer! 1.5-mile walk, rain or shine. Programa ofrecido en […]
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Enjoy cycling, climbing, kayaking and camping while you explore beautiful Camp Bullfrog Lake in this program specially designed for individuals […]
Help get youth from the Chicagoland area into the outdoors by participating in run fun for the entire family. Register: […]
Join us for a talk about the equinox on a short, guided nature walk on a paved trail. ADA Accessible.
Learn basics, simple maintenance, and safe riding skills then explore the trail. Family-friendly. Loaner bikes upon request to first 15 […]
Banding at Sagawau is in its 27th year. See birds up close while learning about this scientific method.
Explore nature by checking out some of our gear. We will answer questions, give trail recommendations, maps, and more.
Come watch animals stocking up their larders for winter. All ages.
Look for all the different insects we can find in the Fall season.
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Join us as we seek out fall migrants. Binoculars available for loan.
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
An invitation to discuss how after-school programs and nature intersect. Presented with the Illinois Afterschool Network and geared for Out […]
Reconnect with nature during relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices.
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.
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Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.