Wee Wandering Wednesdays
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010A special program for little naturalists. Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3 to […]
A special program for little naturalists. Read a story, make a craft, and go on an adventure. Ages 3 to […]
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]
Learn about nature through music, stories, and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/adult. Jun 9: Cicadas! Jun 12: Cicadas! Jul 10: Snakes! […]
Walk a short, looped trail and experience a story unfolding with every step. Onsite activities will be provided. Grove 7. […]
Bring your little one for open nature play time. Enjoy the Dan Ryan Woods Nature Play space while helping your […]
This 2-hour workshop covers camping and outdoor cooking basics. Camping and cooking gear provided. All ages.
Presentation and walk to learn how to identify fireflies.
Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Join us for a nature-inspired adventure for seniors. Ages 55 & up.
Presented with River Forest Public Library. We’ll read stories and do a simple nature activity. Weather dependent. Ages 0 to […]
The Forest Preserves District of Cook County and University of Illinois Extension staff are collaborating on this special event. The […]
Perform songs, poetry or enjoy the live performances while overlooking the slough at sunset. All ages.
Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers.
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.