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SUMMARY:Amphibian Outing
DESCRIPTION:Be on the lookout for amphibians while enjoying a walk during amphibians’ most active time of year. Grove 7.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/amphibian-outing/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T153125Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Illustration Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Guided nature illustrations class for all levels. Materials provided.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/nature-illustration-workshop-3/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260213T041512Z
CREATED:20260213T041512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T041512Z
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SUMMARY:Printmaking Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to carve your own linoblock stamp. Materials provided. Ages 12 & up.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/printmaking-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T093000
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DTSTAMP:20260202T221203Z
CREATED:20260202T220848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T221203Z
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SUMMARY:Fitness Hike
DESCRIPTION:Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes are faster paced with little to no stopping or interpretation. 7 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fitness-hike-29/
LOCATION:Brezina Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T133000
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DTSTAMP:20260213T042211Z
CREATED:20260213T042211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T042211Z
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SUMMARY:Celtic Mythology Walks
DESCRIPTION:Walk through the forest to hear stories from Celtic mythology about humans’ connection to nature. Grove 7.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/celtic-mythology-walks-2/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260213T042119Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T042119Z
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SUMMARY:Celtic Mythology Walks
DESCRIPTION:Walk through the forest to hear stories from Celtic mythology about humans’ connection to nature. Grove 7.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/celtic-mythology-walks/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T093000
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DTSTAMP:20260217T181756Z
CREATED:20260213T040521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T181756Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity. Indoor program.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-7/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Storytelling,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T100000
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SUMMARY:Women’s Heritage Month Walk
DESCRIPTION:Walk and learn about conservation leader Isabel Bassett Wasson and her work and discoveries at Thatcher Woods.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/womens-heritage-month-walk/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Wellness in the Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T100000
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DTSTAMP:20251115T023330Z
CREATED:20251115T023239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T023330Z
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SUMMARY:Dinos & Binos
DESCRIPTION:Join us to look for birds and explore their evolutionary connection to the mighty dinosaurs.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/dinos-binos/
LOCATION:Cermak Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Birding,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Storytelling
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260222T123000
DTSTAMP:20260213T144940Z
CREATED:20251115T023042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T144940Z
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SUMMARY:Black History Month Celebration: Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy live poetry readings and learn about Chicagoland black poets. Presented with Chicagoland Poets & Patrons.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/black-history-month-celebration-poetry/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,History & Culture,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260220T100000
DTSTAMP:20251115T022853Z
CREATED:20251115T022853Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Tree ID Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for a guided hike to learn about the importance of trees and how to identify them. 3 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/winter-tree-id-hike/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T193000
DTSTAMP:20260215T212011Z
CREATED:20251115T032326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260215T212011Z
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SUMMARY:Woodworking for Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:Create your own bat box or bee house for your garden! Supplies included. Hosted at Swallow Cliff Woods Pavilion. Waitlist available.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/woodworking-for-your-garden-2/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Gardening,Southwest Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T073000
DTSTAMP:20251115T223958Z
CREATED:20251115T022719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T223958Z
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SUMMARY:Sunrise Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a stroll through the Forest Preserves at sunrise. 1.7 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sunrise-stroll/
LOCATION:Miller Meadow-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260213T130000
DTSTAMP:20251115T022439Z
CREATED:20251115T022439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T022439Z
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SUMMARY:Sunprinting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Use the sun to make a one-of-a-kind print. Supplies provided. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/sunprinting-workshop/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T093000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232632Z
CREATED:20251115T022257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232632Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud\, followed by an activity. Program held indoors.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/childrens-storytime-6/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Storytelling,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/trailside-children-storytime-nov25.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20251115T022105Z
CREATED:20251115T022105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T022105Z
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SUMMARY:Winterpalooza
DESCRIPTION:Join us for winter activities including hikes\, broom hockey\, shelter building and more. Presented with the Portage Creek Boy Scouts.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/winterpalooza-2/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,Nature Play,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260203T100000
DTSTAMP:20251115T231220Z
CREATED:20251115T021834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T231220Z
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SUMMARY:Groundhogs 101
DESCRIPTION:Learn about one of Chicagoland’s only true hibernating animals and take a short hike to explore groundhog habitat.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/groundhogs-101/
LOCATION:Brookfield Woods\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://fpdcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/groundhog-flickr-tom-murray-may19.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260105T151040Z
CREATED:20251115T031529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T151040Z
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SUMMARY:Fireside Mosaics
DESCRIPTION:Join us around an indoor fire to create your own mosaic piece. Supplies provided. Hosted at Swallow Cliff Woods Pavilion. Registration required.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fireside-mosaics-2/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Campfire,Education,Southwest Cook County
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.6807903;-87.86088567
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260120T173145Z
CREATED:20251115T021644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T173145Z
UID:10011845-1769778000-1769785200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Fireside Mosaics
DESCRIPTION:Join us around a campfire to create your own mosaic piece. Supplies provided. Registration required. Waitlist available.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/fireside-mosaics/
LOCATION:National Grove-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Campfire,Central Cook County,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.83892206;-87.82622543
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260114T221019Z
CREATED:20251115T021505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T221019Z
UID:10011844-1769680800-1769688000@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:Woodworking for Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:Create your own bat box or bee house for your garden! Supplies included. Waitlist available. \nPlease note: This event has been relocated to the Trailside Museum of Natural History.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/woodworking-for-your-garden/
LOCATION:Trailside Museum of Natural History\, 738 Thatcher Avenue\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Central Cook County,Education,Gardening
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.89324535;-87.82630546
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T133000
DTSTAMP:20251115T213103Z
CREATED:20251114T142613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T213103Z
UID:10011730-1769250600-1769261400@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:All About Fire
DESCRIPTION:Learn safe practices for fire building and containment\, make fire inspired art\, build your own fire and roast marshmallows. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/all-about-fire/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Campfire,Central Cook County,Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T120000
DTSTAMP:20251115T230808Z
CREATED:20251115T021222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T230808Z
UID:10011843-1768989600-1768996800@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:DIY Weather Station
DESCRIPTION:Learn the importance of weather and climate data\, and how to set up a weather station. Ages 18 & up. Grove 7.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/diy-weather-station/
LOCATION:Bemis Woods-South\, IL
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.82217408;-87.909561
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T143000
DTSTAMP:20251115T224242Z
CREATED:20251115T020946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T224242Z
UID:10011842-1768653000-1768660200@fpdcc.com
SUMMARY:MLK Day of Stewardship
DESCRIPTION:Give back this MLK day. Join us for a litter clean up and restoration workday by stewarding your preserve.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/mlk-day-of-stewardship/
LOCATION:Evans Field
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Fitness,History & Culture,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260108T160317Z
CREATED:20251115T031305Z
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SUMMARY:Monotype Printing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn about monotype printing and create a one-of-a-kind print. Supplies provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12-17 w/ adult. Hosted at Swallow Cliff Woods Pavilion. Waitlist available.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/monotype-printing-workshop/
LOCATION:Swallow Cliff Woods-North\, IL
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Education,Southwest Cook County
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T150000
DTSTAMP:20251115T233248Z
CREATED:20251115T020711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T233248Z
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SUMMARY:Forest Meditation Walk (ADA Accessible)
DESCRIPTION:A slower paced\, wheelchair-friendly stroll with stops along the way to clear our minds and focus on our senses. 1.5 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/forest-meditation-walk/
LOCATION:Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Central Cook County,Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260114T183000
DTSTAMP:20251115T020500Z
CREATED:20251115T020413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T020500Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Waterland
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the water cycle and freshwater ecology through water quality testing and activities. Drop in.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/winter-waterland/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.89585788;-87.83089023
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260109T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260109T170000
DTSTAMP:20251220T220501Z
CREATED:20251113T151118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251220T220501Z
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SUMMARY:Walk & Talk: Evening Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be led at a slower pace with frequent stopping and interpretation. 3 miles.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/walk-talk-evening-owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Fitness,Hiking & Walking,Wellness in the Woods
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T093000
DTSTAMP:20251115T232632Z
CREATED:20251115T020132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T232632Z
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SUMMARY:ASL Children’s Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a nature-themed children’s book read aloud and signed\, followed by an activity. Program held indoors.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/asl-childrens-storytime/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods Pavilion\, Chicago Ave\, west of Thatcher Ave\, River Forest\, IL\, 60305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adaptive Recreation,Central Cook County,Education,Storytelling,Wellness in the Woods,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251221T143000
DTSTAMP:20251115T231255Z
CREATED:20251114T144036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T231255Z
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SUMMARY:Animal Tracking Mystery
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of animal tracking\, then use your detective skills to solve a forest mystery.
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/animal-tracking-mystery/
LOCATION:Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West
CATEGORIES:Central Cook County,Education,Nature Play
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
GEO:41.84242144;-87.85712879
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T140000
DTSTAMP:20251115T215318Z
CREATED:20251114T142200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T215318Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the winter solstice by participating in fun activities\, both inside and out\, including an outdoor bonfire. Drop in. \nSchedule: \n\nPaper Snowflake Making Workshop: 10 am to Noon\nIndigenous Storytelling & Reflection from American Indian Center: Noon to 2 pm
URL:https://fpdcc.com/event/winter-solstice-day-2/
LOCATION:Thatcher Woods
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Astronomy,Central Cook County,Education,Hiking & Walking,History & Culture,Music,Nature Play,Storytelling
ORGANIZER;CN="Conservation & Experiential Programming (Central Zone)":MAILTO:centralzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov
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