Woodcock Walk
Orland Grassland • Cook County, IL 60467 (near Orland Park)Enjoy an evening walk in the preserves as we look for the spectacular flight displays of this unique bird. Please […]
Enjoy an evening walk in the preserves as we look for the spectacular flight displays of this unique bird. Please […]
Lawns are the largest irrigated crop in the U.S., covering about 3x more area than corn. A typical suburban lawn […]
Join University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists in an offering of hikes, activities and discovery. Over-night camping is an option! […]
Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and al the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will […]
Are you wanting an event to reconnect with nature and explore the beautiful colors of fall? Come to a wonderful […]
Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers.
Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension Volunteers.
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.