Paddle Day
Busse Lake Boating Center • Cook County, IL 60007 (near Elk Grove Village)Paddlers of all skill levels can experience nature by exploring these waterways. Equipment provided. Timed paddles. Ages 5 & up. […]
Paddlers of all skill levels can experience nature by exploring these waterways. Equipment provided. Timed paddles. Ages 5 & up. […]
Join others around the globe for a morning of splashing, squishing, making mud pies and more! Dress to get messy. […]
Learn all things archery: history, bow parts, and proper technique. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up. Grove 7.
Awaken your senses and renew your bond with the nature and the Preserves. Certified Forest Therapy guide. Ages 18 & […]
Enjoy a doggy canoe paddle, nature walk, paw print painting and more! Dogs must be pet/person friendly and remain on […]
Explore your chakras through yoga & meditation. Certified instructor. Bring a yoga mat/towel and water. Grove 2. Yin Yoga: 11–Noon […]
Join the Friends of the Chicago River in an exclusive after-hours moonlit paddle through the Skokie Lagoons. Ages 8 & […]
Family-friendly bike ride starting with a safety discussion and practical skills demo. Refreshments and free helmets available. In partnership with […]
Pick up a school supplies bag (limited) and enjoy archery, an obstacle course, hikes and more! In partnership with ICNA […]
Fitness Hikes are over 3.1 miles, offer less information and are at a faster pace. 4.4 miles.
Awaken your senses and renew your bond with the nature and the Preserves. Certified Forest Therapy guide. Ages 18+.
Enjoy a multi-level yoga class with a certified instructor. Bring a yoga mat/beach towel & water. Beginners: 9-10 am Advanced: […]
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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Please contact Experience.Nature@cookcountyil.gov or 708-771-1573 about accommodations for specific camping and outdoor recreation activities.