Living With Wildlife Drop-In
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Drop by for a casual discussion to learn about wildlife you may find in your backyard or neighborhood, what brought […]
Drop by for a casual discussion to learn about wildlife you may find in your backyard or neighborhood, what brought […]
Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1 mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer. […]
Sketch and paint a 9x12 canvas of a nuthatch using acrylic paints. For beginners and more experienced artists. All materials […]
There are many things you can do to celebrate our beautiful planet Earth. Help us plant a tree, make your […]
Walk with us as we take in the beautiful sights and sounds of spring in the Preserve. Ages: 18 & […]
Join us for a guided walk to see an abundance of colorful spring wildflowers and learn what we can do […]
Celebrate springtime at Thatcher Woods Forest Preserve and Thatcher Woods Pavilion! Enjoy interactive programs, kids’ tree climb, guided wildflower walks, […]
Join us as we learn about and remove this invasive plant species around the Museum. For interested teens and adults; […]
Join in a short nature walk to sketch blooming wildflowers. For all skill levels; materials provided. Ages: 13 & up
Come and explore a wetland habitat and learn about the amazing creatures that call it home. Ages 13 & up.
Join a Naturalist for a casual walk as we take in the sights, sounds, and scent of spring in our […]
Make a simple musical instrument or bring your own and join the jam! All are welcome to play or just […]
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.