Qigong Under the Dark Sky
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Learn Qigong, a series of slow flowing movements and deep measured breaths, […]
Learn Qigong, a series of slow flowing movements and deep measured breaths, […]
We’re celebrating our 59th Annual Arts and Craft Fair! Art of all […]
Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Join us for a nature-inspired […]
Join us as we Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. […]
Join us for a “before hours” hike to experience the dawning of […]
Join Solidarity Studios to record forest sounds to use for making hip-hop […]
Let the full moon be our guide as we walk in the […]
Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. […]
Celebrate the conclusion of this special month by making traditional artwork, which […]
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 […]
Walk in an Urban Night Sky Place during the darkest night of […]
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 […]
Perform or listen to music and poetry during an open-mic night at […]
Join us as we Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. […]
Join us for a “before hours” hike to experience the dawning of […]
Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Join us for a nature-inspired […]
Let the full moon be our guide as we walk in the […]
Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a certified guide. […]
Step back in time and discover the cultural and ecological histories of […]
Join a certified instructor through a series of slow flowing movements, deep […]
Learn about the benefits of prescribed burns and explore the equipment used […]
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