All Events

CEP (Central Zone) Events

Fitness Hike

Brezina Woods • Cook County, IL 60526 (near La Grange Park)

Fitness Hikes are over 3.1 miles, offer less information and are at a faster pace. 5 miles.

Fitness Hike

Country Lane Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

Fitness Hikes are over 3.1 miles, offer less information and are at a faster pace. 5 miles.

Walk and Talk: Red Gate Woods

Red Gate Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]

History & Photography Walk

Chicago Portage National Historic Site • Lyons, IL 60402

Grab your camera and take a guided walk, stopping along the way to discuss the history of the site and […]

Faire at the Square

Cummings Square • River Forest, IL 60305

Enjoy this “creative-reuse carnival” with themed games made from re-purposed materials! Win prizes, learn about nature, and more.

Pedal the Preserves: I&M Bicycle Trail

John Husar I&M Canal Bicycle Trail Parking Lot • Willow Springs, IL 60480

Ride Illinois will lead a safety talk before we take off for a fun, casual, family friendly bike ride. Loaner […]

Walk & Talk

Black Partridge Woods • Cook County, IL 60439 (near Lemont)

Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]

Archery

Cherry Hill Woods • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

Attend this session to learn the basics of archery. Ages 10 & up; equipment provided.

“Check Out” Nature

Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

Explore nature by checking out some of our gear: field guides, binoculars, scavenger hunts and litter pick-up materials. We’ll be […]

Fitness Hike

Sunset Bridge Meadow • River Grove, IL 60171

Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]

Forest Therapy Walk

Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305

Forest therapy opens the gateway for creativity and a deepened relationship with self and the natural world. Led by certified […]

Story Trail (en Español)

Bemis Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60558 (near Western Springs)

Experience a story unfold along a short, looped trail. A craft is available to take home after you complete the […]

Breast Cancer Awareness

Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, chat with Advocate Health Care to learn more about breast cancer.

Walk & Talk

Willow Springs Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]

Fishing Derby

Horsetail Lake • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

Join the Village of Palos Park and the Forest Preserves for a family-fun day of fishing.

Without Limits: Adventure for All

Miller Meadow-South • Cook County, IL 60130 (near Forest Park)

Individuals with physical disabilities and their friends and families can explore nature through adaptive cycling and rock wall climbing. In […]

Forest Therapy Walk

Schiller Woods-West • Schiller Park, IL 60634

Forest therapy opens the gateway for creativity and a deepened relationship with self and the natural world. Led by certified […]

Fall Color Walk

Palos Park Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

Look for the changing colors on a 3.4-mile walk. Color scavenger hunts for the little ones provided.

Spooky Shuffle 5k/10k

Swallow Cliff Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

In partnership with the Village of Palos Park, this 5k/10k trail race takes you through the forest preserves.

Stars, Spooky Stories, & S ’mores

Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305

Join a family-friendly evening with a cozy fire, s ’mores, a “spooky” story trail, star gazing, pumpkin painting and more. […]

Walk & Talk

Arie Crown Forest • Countryside, IL 60525

Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]

Crafternoon

Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

Let nature inspire your creativity. Join in on various nature-themed arts and crafts projects. Hosted at Swallow Cliff Woods Pavilion.

Teen Exploration Day: Knitting in Nature

Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305

Learn about the basics of knitting and simple techniques through a tutorial led by staff. Supplies provided. Ages 13 & […]

National Take a Hike Day

Country Lane Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

Celebrate National Take a Hike Day by hitting the trail with a naturalist on a 5-mile hike.

Fitness Hike

Brezina Woods • Cook County, IL 60526 (near La Grange Park)

Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster paced with little to […]

Archery

Brookfield Woods • Brookfield, IL 60513

Attend this session to learn the basics of archery. Ages 10 & up; equipment provided.

Walk & Talk

Red Gate Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who want to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural […]

Nature Treasure Hunt

Bemis Woods-South • Cook County, IL 60558 (near Western Springs)

Kids and families are invited to search for various natural items on a short-looped trail. Find all the treasure and […]

Stairs, Stories & S’mores

Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)

Families, drop in and challenge yourself by climbing to the top of Swallow Cliff stairs. Then, try the story trail, […]

Fitness Hike

Brezina Woods • Cook County, IL 60526 (near La Grange Park)

Fitness Hikes are for those looking to get some exercise outdoors. Fitness hikes will be faster-paced with little to no […]