Conservation & Experiential Programming (Southwest Zone)
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Adult Night Hike
Wolf Road Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)BYOB (no glass) and learn about nocturnal animals and the night sky before taking part in a guided hike. 21 & up. 1.5 miles.
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Cheers to Nature
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Enjoy a relaxing evening with a lecture about current topics in the environmental field. BYOB (no glass). Ages 21 & up. Hosted at Swallow Cliff […]
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Community Book Swap
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Bring in your gently used books and leave with some new-to-you books! Books can be any genre and reading level.
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Naturalist Night Out: Bats
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Join us for a themed stroll under the World’s Largest Urban Night Sky Place.
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Intro to Kayaking Class
Saganashkee Slough Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Learn basic skills for beginner kayakers. Equipment provided.
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Owl Pellet Dissection
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Dissect an owl pellet and learn about local owls. Supplies provided. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-17 w/ adult.
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Community Paddle
Saganashkee Slough Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Drop in and experience a guided paddle tour on a voyager canoe. Limited spots available; first come, first served.
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Naturalist Night Out: Owls
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Join us for a themed stroll under the World’s Largest Urban Night Sky Place.
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Intro to Kayaking Class
Saganashkee Slough Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Learn basic skills for beginner kayakers. Equipment provided.
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Naturalist Night Out: Fireflies
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Join us for a themed stroll under the World’s Largest Urban Night Sky Place.
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Community Fishing Clinic
Sundown Meadow • Countryside, IL 60525Presented with Illinois Department of Natural Resources Urban and Community Fishing Program, join us for an evening of wildlife watching and fishing fun. Participants will […]
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Painting by the Slough
Saganashkee Slough Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Enjoy the beauty of freshwater ecosystems through watercolor painting. All levels welcome. Supplies include paper, watercolor palettes and paint brushes. Feel free to bring an […]
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Trace Monotype Printing
Swallow Cliff Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Learn about monotype printmaking! Create your own one-of-a-kind print. Materials provided. All levels welcome. Drop in.
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Intro to Kayaking Class
Saganashkee Slough Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Learn basic skills for beginner kayakers. Equipment provided.
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Canceled Naturalist Night Out: Senses
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Join us for a themed stroll under the World’s Largest Urban Night Sky Place.
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Canceled Walk & Talk: Champion Tree Hike
Wolf Road Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be […]
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Adaptive Climbing – Provider Training
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452A hands-on, skills-based session that equips local providers with the tools, techniques, and confidence to safely deliver inclusive climbing experiences for individuals with physical disabilities.
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Adaptive Climbing – Experience and Skill Development
Camp Sullivan • Oak Forest, IL 60452Participants challenge themselves on a fully supported climbing experience designed for all ability levels.
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Adaptive Kayaking – Provider Training
Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480A hands-on, skills-based session that equips local providers with the tools, techniques, and confidence to safely deliver inclusive paddling experiences for individuals with physical disabilities.
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Adaptive Kayaking – Experience and Skill Development
Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480Participants experience a safe, supportive introduction to adaptive kayaking, using specialized equipment and guided instruction to build confidence, independence, and connection on the water.
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Adaptive Kayaking – Experience and Skill Development
Camp Bullfrog Lake • Willow Springs, IL 60480Participants experience a safe, supportive introduction to adaptive kayaking, using specialized equipment and guided instruction to build confidence, independence, and connection on the water.
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Landscape Needle Felting
Saganashkee Slough Boat Launch • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)Explore the beauty of our natural landscape using natural fibers. Supplies provided. Ages 12 & up.
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Canceled Adult Night Hike
Spears Woods • Cook County, IL 60480 (near Willow Springs)BYOB (no glass) and enjoy the night sky before taking part in a guided hike. Ages 21 & up. 1.5 miles.
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Prairie Birding
Orland Grassland South • Cook County, IL 60467 (near Orland Park)Free
