Forest Preserves of Cook County Palos Division Headquarters
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Saturday December 27 8:00am - 10:00am CST
Feeder Watch & Origami
Observe birdfeeders while making nature-based origami. Your favorite plant and animal suggestions are encouraged upon registration!
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Saturday December 27 9:00am - 11:00am CST
Winter Nature Days
Drop in for family fun nature activities including pinecone bird feeders, walking sticks and more.
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Saturday December 27 9:30am - 11:30am CST
Restoration Workday
Join naturalists as we help restore our ecosystems by removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
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Saturday December 27 1:00pm CST
Meet Our Ambassador Animals
Meet the animals that call Crabtree home.
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Saturday December 27 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Wild About Play-Drop-in
Ready to craft, create, and unleash your wild side? Swing by and take on the challenge: design enrichment items that’ll spark joy for our amazing ambassador animals! We’ll supply all the materials—you bring the brilliance.
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Saturday December 27 2:00pm CST
“Bone” Appetit
Join us during feeding time to learn about our ambassador animals. Drop in.
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Saturday December 27 3:00pm CST
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Sunday December 28 9:30am - 11:30am CST
Restoration Workday
Join naturalists as we help restore our ecosystems by removing invasive species. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
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Sunday December 28 1:00pm CST
National Short Film Day
Grab some popcorn and a chair to view a short nature film.
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Sunday December 28 1:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Winter Nature Days
Drop in for family fun nature activities including pinecone bird feeders, walking sticks and more.
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Sunday December 28 3:00pm CST
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Tuesday December 30 10:00am - 2:00pm CST
Winter Play Date
Drop-in from 10 am to 2 pm for outdoor/indoor family fun. Self-guided activity stations, learn through play.
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Tuesday December 30 10:30am - 12:00pm CST
Wildlife Connections
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy. All ages.
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Tuesday December 30 1:30pm CST
Winter Secrets Hike
Discover the secrets beneath the snow and ice during a walk! Family program.
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Tuesday December 30 4:00pm - 8:00pm CST
Kwanzaa Celebration
Celebrate community, honor Pan-African heritage and embrace the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Presented with Light of Loving Kindness.
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Friday January 2 10:00am CST
New Year’s Resolution Walk
Fulfill your resolution of being more active by taking a brisk guided walk on our trails. Ages 18 & up.
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Friday January 2 6:30pm CST
Owl Prowl
Learn about our local owls and hear who’s hooting. Ages 12 & up.
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Saturday January 3 through February 15
Animail
Young visitors can help us deliver postcards to our animal ambassadors.
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Saturday January 3 8:30am - 10:30am CST
Sacred Wanderings
Connect with nature and surround yourself with energy of the natural world. Provided by Unity Temple of Oak Park. More info: [email protected].
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Saturday January 3 9:00am CST
Beginner Cross-Country Ski Lessons
Learn to ski with a certified Professional Ski Instructor of America. Ages 12 & up.
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Saturday January 3 11:00am - 1:00pm CST
Hygge Hangout
Join a cozy, indoor community filled with activities, games and refreshments. Inspired by the Danish practice of Hygge.
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Saturday January 3 1:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Winter Workshop: Crocheting Plastic
Find an alternative use for plastic bags. BYO-bags encouraged. Presented by Chicago Muslim Green Team.
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Saturday January 3 1:30pm CST
Live Healthy, Discover Nature! Walk
Venture out on our scenic trails for a 3- to 4-mile guided walk.
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Saturday January 3 3:00pm CST
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
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Saturday January 3 5:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Winter Owl Hike
Be on the prowl for owls during this night hike in the woods. 3 miles.