Kite Fest

Barrington Road Pond • Hoffman Estates, IL 60194

In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month, participate in all thing’s kites. Timed flying demonstration, crafts, and more.

Des Plaines Canoe and Kayak Marathon

Dam No. 2 Woods • Cook County, IL 60056 (near Mount Prospect)

Join the second oldest continual canoe race in the United States! The race begins at Oak Springs Road in Libertyville […]

Forest Therapy

Rolling Knolls • Elgin, IL 60120

Awaken your senses and renew your bond with nature. Ages 18 & up.

Archery 101

Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646

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

Let’s Play! Forest Exploration Day

Erickson Woods • Cook County, IL 60093 (near Winnetka)

Engage in creative, imaginative, and child-directed, outdoor free-play as a family. In partnership with The Alliance for Early Childhood and BackYard Nature Center.

Pedal the Preserves

Miami Woods • Morton Grove, IL 60053

Learn bicycle basics, simple maintenance, and safe riding skills then explore the North Branch Trail. Family-friendly. Limited loaner bikes upon request. In […]

Rise of the Cicada

Caldwell Woods • Chicago, IL 60646

Learn about the once-in-a-lifetime double-brood cicada emergence and participate in cicada-themed activities.

Morning Solstice Paddle

Busse Lake Boating Center • Cook County, IL 60007 (near Elk Grove Village)

Celebrate the summer solstice by paddling Busse South Pool. Ages 5 & up.