Trailside Museum of Natural History
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Restoration Day and Solstice Bonfire
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Help us remove invasive species, followed by a brush-pile bonfire and snacks. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12-17 w/ adult.
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Fun with Fossils!
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Learn all about fossils, make your own "fossil" and peruse some of our best fossils. Ages 4 & up. Drop in.
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“Bone” Appetit
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join us at feeding time as we give our outdoor Ambassador Animals their dinner.
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Winter Secrets Hike
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Discover the secrets beneath the snow and ice during a walk! Family program.
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New Year’s Resolution Walk
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Fulfill your resolution of being more active by taking a brisk guided walk on our trails. Ages 18 & up.
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Sacred Wanderings
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Connect with nature and surround yourself with the energy of the natural world. Led by Unity Temple of Oak Park. For information, contact [email protected].
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Family Winter Scavenger Hunt and Campfire
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Enjoy a self-guided scavenger hunt for signs of animals and plant life. Followed by snacks and relaxing around a campfire.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
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Bird Walk: Birds & Bagels
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Observe bird feeder action while noshing on bagels. John Elliott from Chicago Bird Alliance will lead a guided walk.
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Bird Painting Workshop Step-by-Step: Red-breasted Nuthatch
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Sketch and paint a 9”x12” canvas using acrylic paints. All materials provided. Cost: $5/person. Ages 13 & up.
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Restoration Workday
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Help us remove invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12-17 w/ adult.
Free • Registration Required -
Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
Free • Registration Required -
“Bone” Appetit
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join us at feeding time as we give our outdoor Ambassador Animals their dinner.
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Bluegrass Jam
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Bring your own guitar, fiddle, etc. and join the jam! All are welcome to play or just listen. Drop in.
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Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
Free • Registration Required -
Sacred Wanderings
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Connect with nature and surround yourself with the energy of the natural world. Led by Unity Temple of Oak Park. For information, contact [email protected].
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Owls
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Come visit with us to learn about the fascinating owls and meet an ambassador animal! Family program.
Free • Registration Required -
Nature Walk & Mingle for Singles
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join other singles for a walk, then break the ice indoors over warm beverages and games. Ages 18 & up.
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Restoration Workday
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Help us remove invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12-17 w/ adult.
Free • Registration Required -
Senior Fitness Walk
Thatcher Woods • River Forest, IL 60305Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
Free • Registration Required -
Nature Book Club: “The Comfort of Crows” by Margaret Renkl
Forest Park Public Library • Forest Park, IL 60130Discuss this popular book that traces the passing of seasons. Presented with Forest Park Public Library.
Free • Registration Required -
Winter Bird Walk
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join a casual bird walk to observe our resident birds and their behavior.
Free • Registration Required -
“Bone” Appetit
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Join us at feeding time as we give our outdoor Ambassador Animals their dinner.
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Spectacular Snakes
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Meet our ambassador snakes and learn what makes our slithery friends so super. Drop in.
Free
