Events
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Nation of Nations
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, Trailside is hosting an exhibit celebrating tribal diversity of contemporary Indigenous Communities whose ancestral homelands are the Great […]
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Senior Nature Club
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Discover nature through activities. Ages 55 & up.
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Native American Heritage Month History Walk
Sauk Trail Woods-Central • South Chicago Heights, IL 60411Learn the origin of the name Sauk Woods. 3.4-mi.
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Stars, Stories & S’mores
FeaturedLaBagh Woods • Chicago, IL 60630Listen to stories, take a night hike, make s’mores and more. Presented with the American Indian Health Services Center. Grove 2.
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Pride Night
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Enjoy an evening at the nature center with s’mores around the campfire. This is a welcoming event for LGBTQ2S+ individuals and allies to connect, unwind, […]
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Nature Story Trail “Giving Thanks” by Chief Jake Swamp
Trailside Museum of Natural History • River Forest, IL 60305Walk a short trail while reading a story.
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Fishing Derby
Horsetail Lake • Cook County, IL 60464 (near Palos Park)Join the Village of Palos Park and the Forest Preserves for a fun family day of fishing.
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Sacred Wanderings in Thatcher Woods
Thatcher Woods Pavilion • River Forest, IL 60305Join Unity Temple of Oak Park as we practice connecting with nature. People with physical challenges are easily accommodated. For info, email [email protected].
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Gratitude Gathering
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473A reflective event on gratitude, sharing cultural teachings about thankfulness. Presented with the American Indian Center.
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Nature Wellness Walk
Lansing Woods • Cook County, IL 60438 (near Lansing)Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest […]
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Calumet Heritage Day
FeaturedSand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Explore the Calumet Region’s heritage with guided walks, historic skill demos, and programs celebrating native flora and fauna.
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Day Hiking Leadership Training
Bemis Woods-North • Cook County, IL 60523 (near Oak Brook)For teachers/youth educators! This training gives you all the tools to take groups out into the preserves for the day.
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Live Healthy, Discover Nature! Walk
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4-mile walk.
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What’s On The Menu?
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Sunrise Hike
Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center • Willow Springs, IL 60480Step into the quiet stillness of early morning and join us for a before-hours hike to witness the beauty of a new day. Gates and […]
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GPS Scavenger Hunt
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn about and participate in a technology inspired scavenger hunt. All ages.
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GPS Scavenger Hunt
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn about and participate in a technology inspired scavenger hunt. All ages.
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Map and Compass
Crabtree Nature Center • Barrington, IL 60010Learn how to use a map and compass for navigation, then practice on a 1.5-mile walk.
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Fossil Quarry Tour
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center • Lemont, IL 60439Learn about fossils of the Chicago region from geologist, Dave Dolak, followed by a 1.5-mile walk to visit Sagawau’s fossil quarry.
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Sacred Clay Workshop: The Tradition and Protection of African American Face Jugs
Sand Ridge Nature Center • South Holland, IL 60473This workshop will explore the history, cultural significance and ecological knowledge embedded in the African American tradition of face jugs. Originating from African ceramic practices […]
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GPS Scavenger Hunt
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Learn about and participate in a technology inspired scavenger hunt. All ages.
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What’s On The Menu?
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Monday Morning Mood Booster
River Trail Nature Center • Northbrook, IL 60062Fight the Monday blues and join us for a walk in the woods. Ages 18 & up.
Free • Registration Required
