Thursdays in the Field: Soil and Geology
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Connect to nature through fun themed activities for adults and kids. Hosted by Univ of IL Extension volunteers.
Connect to nature through fun themed activities for adults and kids. Hosted by Univ of IL Extension volunteers.
Learn about local reptiles and meet some scaly Animal Ambassadors.
Take a guided walk in the woods in celebration of Polish American Heritage Month.
Make a simple musical instrument or bring your own and join the jam by playing or listening.
Join us at Trailside to discuss "The Soul of an Octopus" by Sy Montgomery. For adults,
Learn about the birds of prey ambassador animals as they enjoy their lunch!
View a screening of “Monty and Rose,” the true story of a pair of endangered piping plovers who beat the […]
Walk off that extra helping of turkey and stuffing on this annual post-holiday hike.
Learn about the best bird foods, feeders and landscape elements to benefit our resident winter birds.
Explore Thatcher Woods while learning about the inspiring life of a local pioneering environmental educator. Ages 13 & up.
Chcesz się dowiedzieć co jedzą zwierzęta w Trailside i jak się nimi opiekujemy? Zapraszamy na program!
Join us at Thatcher Pavilion for a screening of “The Magic Stump” – the story of an Illinois tree stump […]
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.