R.I.P. Stewardship
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Join us as we Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Equipment provided. Ages 17 & up.
Join us as we Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Equipment provided. Ages 17 & up.
Join us for a “before hours” hike to experience the dawning of a new day.
Join Solidarity Studios to record forest sounds to use for making hip-hop beats. Beatmakers of all levels are welcome. Please […]
Let the full moon be our guide as we walk in the largest Urban Night Sky Place in the world.
Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. Ages 21 & up.
Celebrate the conclusion of this special month by making traditional artwork, which can be incorporated into our Dia de Los […]
Join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Learn how to identify, count, and report bird species findings to help scientists interpret how birds are adapting to environmental […]
Walk in an Urban Night Sky Place during the darkest night of the month and search for stars and planets.
Join a guided walk to learn about the changes of the season.
Ignite your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity as we explore, experiment & make discoveries in the natural world. Ages […]
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.