All Events

CEP (Central Zone) Events

Archery

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

Learn the basics of archery. Ages 10 & up. Equipment provided.

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, rock wall climbing and archery. […]

Fitness Hike

Sunset Bridge Meadow • River Grove, IL 60171

Fitness Hikes are over 3.1 miles, offer less information and are at a faster pace. 7 miles.

Summer Solstice Program

Schiller Woods-West • Schiller Park, IL 60634

Join the American Indian Center of Chicago to learn about the Summer Solstice. Grove 2.

Nature Obstacle Course

Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West • Cook County, IL 60526 (near La Grange Park)

Families, attempt an obstacle course created from natural materials. Other nature play, exploration and art activities available, too! Drop-in.

Walk & Talk: John Husar I&M Canal

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

Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious minds that 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.

Photography Walk

Maple Lake-East – Mountain Bike Staging Area • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)

Grab your camera and explore Paw Paw Woods Nature Preserve with us, designated as one of the highest quality natural […]

Art in Nature

National Grove-South • North Riverside, IL 60546

Explore the symbolism between art in nature. Create land art, write a poem, and make tie dye using fruits and […]

Wildflower Walk at Wolf Road Prairie

Wolf Road Prairie • Cook County, IL 60154 (near Westchester)

Join us for a walk and learn about the history of this urban gem.

Insect Fest

Cummings Square • River Forest, IL 60305

Go on a bug hunt, follow the migratory patterns of monarch butterflies, explore bugs through dance and music, and create […]

Fitness Hike

Yankee Woods • Cook County, IL 60477 (near Tinley Park)

Fitness Hikes are over 3.1 miles, offer less information and are at a faster pace. 3 miles.

Knitting in Nature: An Introduction

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

With nature as our backdrop, learn the basics of knitting and simple techniques. Supplies provided. Drop in.

Fitness Hike

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

Fitness Hikes are over 3.1 miles, offer less information and are at a faster pace. 8 miles.

Walk and Talk: Spears Woods

Spears 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 […]

Walk & Talk

Sundown Meadow • Countryside, IL 60525

Walk & Talk Hikes are under 3.1 miles, have a theme and are slower paced. 2 miles.

Family Game Day

Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305

Adults and families, enjoy an afternoon full of your favorite backyard games, nature trivia and walks.

Teen Exploration Day: River Kayaking 101

Schuth’s Grove • Cook County, IL 60546 (near Riverside)

Learn how to kayak on moving water during this 3-mile paddle. Instruction, equipment and shuttle provided. Ages 13 & up.

CAMBr Meltdown

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

The Palos Meltdown is Chicagoland’s premier mountain bike event, with racing for all ages and abilities. Free for spectators.

Pond Paddle

Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305

Enjoy an afternoon out paddling. Instruction and equipment provided. Thatcher Glen Pond.

Chicago Portage Day

Chicago Portage National Historic Site • Lyons, IL 60402

Join the Forest Preserves, Friends of the Chicago Portage, and other partners to celebrate this National Historic Site, its cultural […]

Nature Discovery Day

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

Nature games, guided hikes, art making, kite flying and more. In partnership with the Village of Palos Park. Drop in.

Walk & Talk

Maple Lake-East – Mountain Bike Staging Area • 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 […]

Free

Nature Discovery Day

Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305

Drop in for a fun afternoon of nature discovery including nature games, art making, kite flying and more.

Walk & Talk

St. Mihiel Woods-East • Cook County, IL 60477 (near Tinley Park)

Walk & Talk Hikes are under 3.1 miles, have a theme and are slower paced. 3 miles.

Telescope Party

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

Calling all amateur astronomers and night sky enthusiasts! Bring your own telescope or use ours for an evening of stargazing.

Walk & Talk

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

Walk & Talk Hikes are under 3.1 miles, have a theme and are slower paced. 2.5 miles.

Pedal the Preserves: Salt Creek Greenway

Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West • Cook County, IL 60526 (near La Grange Park)

Join us for a family-friendly biking event! Safety demonstration, techniques, tips and guided ride. Helmets/loaner bikes available. In partnership with […]

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.