Canceled Fall “Crafternoon”
Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646Use nature to inspire art and try your hand at a fall-themed […]
Use nature to inspire art and try your hand at a fall-themed […]
Stop by our information table and learn about common fossils of Illinois.
Stop by our information table and learn about common fossils of Illinois […]
Every second Thursday of the month, meet Forest Preserve staff and your […]
Every second Thursday of the month, meet Forest Preserve staff and your […]
Learn about the amazing world of Ice Age Illinois through a series […]
Grab a scavenger hunt and explore the sights and sounds of Caldwell […]
Use nature to inspire art and try your hand at a winter […]
Calling all creatives! Join us for our themed sessions as we explore […]
Give back this MLK day. Join us for a litter clean up […]
Learn the importance of Black environmentalists and the history of the Forest […]
Calling all creatives! Join us for our themed sessions as we explore […]
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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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.