Forest Preserves of Cook County Palos Division Headquarters
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Friday March 27 7:00pm CDT
Woodcock Walk
Witness the amazing spring courtship flight of the male woodcock bird, at Wolf Road Prairie. Led by John Elliott, Chicago Bird Alliance.
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Saturday March 28 9:00am - 3:00pm CDT
IDNR ENTICE Workshop: Weather, Climate, & Climate Change
Learn about the science behind climate, weather, and climate change and how to incorporate it into your classroom. PDH available.
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Saturday March 28 10:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Spring into Wellness
Celebrate the changing season and how to embrace one’s wellness in nature while exploring nearby wildlife. Drop in.
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Saturday March 28 10:00am - 2:00pm CDT
Conservation @ Home: Seed Swap and Plant Exchange
Plant lover Unite! Native plant presentations are followed by seed and plant sharing. All Welcome. Bring a mug, warm beverage provided.
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Saturday March 28 11:00am CDT
Feeding Time
Discover the diets and habitats of our ambassador animals and watch an engaging feeding demonstration.
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Saturday March 28 1:00pm CDT
Animal Enrichment Studio
Create new items for our ambassador animals then watch how enrichment is used as an important part of their care.
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Saturday March 28 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Green Lake Gardening
Help us restore the pollinator garden at Green Lake. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up.
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Saturday March 28 3:00pm CDT
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 March 29 9:30am - 11:30am CDT
Ecological Restoration Weekend
Put your muscles to work while helping restore habitats by removing invasive plants. Equipment provided.
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Sunday March 29 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Yoga
Bring a yoga mat and towel. Ages 18 & up.
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Sunday March 29 1:00pm CDT
Micro Safari, Pt 2
Our microscopic exploration of life in the waters of Crabtree continues.
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Sunday March 29 1:30pm CDT
Tree Faces
Make faces on our trees with natural materials. All ages.
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Sunday March 29 1:30pm CDT
Worst Case Scenario Hike
Learn hiking safety and simple first aid on a walk that puts you into “worst case scenarios”! Ages 13 & up.
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Sunday March 29 3:00pm CDT
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 March 31 10:30am - 12:00pm CDT
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 March 31 1:30pm CDT
Space Celebration: Storytime and Craft
Join us for an out-of-this-world story-time and outer-space craft during spring break. Ages 2-7 w/ adult.
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Wednesday April 1 through April 30
Poet Tree
Enjoy poetry on the trails to celebrate National Poetry Month. Submit your own stanza for our Poet Tree.
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Wednesday April 1 through April 30
Story Trail: “It’s Spring” by Linda Glaser
Walk a short trail while reading the story before picking up a take-home craft and activity. Drop in.
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Wednesday April 1 9:00am CDT
Senior Fitness Walk
Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
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Wednesday April 1 10:00am CDT
Wee Wanderer Wednesdays
Join us for a special program for little naturalists. Ticket giveaway starts at 9:30 am and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Ages 2-6 w/ adult.
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Wednesday April 1 10:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Spring Break Fest
Youth and families, enjoy time out of school! Try archery, build and play with natural materials, learn orienteering, paint a bird house and more.
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Thursday April 2 9:30am - 10:45am CDT
Yoga in the Preserves
Join this inspiring and creative vinyasa flow class led by Kim Eisendrath. $5/person.
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Thursday April 2 6:30pm CDT
Battle of the Birds
Join us for a good natured discussion and debate about the finalists in Crabtree’s Annual Tournament of Winter Birds. Be prepared to advocate for your favorites and may the best bird win. Ages 16 & up.
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Friday April 3 8:00am CDT
Amphibian Outing
Join a walk and be on the lookout for amphibians during their most active time of year.
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Friday April 3 4:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Celebrate Jane Goodall’s Birthday with #GoodAllDay!
Enjoy a day of service honoring the legacy of Dr. Jane. Then, join us for hotdogs and s’mores by the campfire.
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Friday April 3 5:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Crafternoon-Paint and Sip
Come join us for an evening of art and alcohol. We have templates to paint or do your own thing! BYOB, cups provided. No glass allowed. Ages 21 & up.
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Friday April 3 6:30pm CDT
Timberdoodle Talk & Trek
Learn, then observe the American woodcock courtship display in the darkening sky. Ages 7 & up.
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Friday April 3 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Salamanders
Explore amphibian ecology on a walk to their seasonal breeding pools.
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Saturday April 4 8:00am - 10:00am CDT
Bird Walk
Learn about spring bird migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. All levels of birding skills welcome!
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Saturday April 4 8:30am - 10:30am CDT
Sacred Wanderings
Connect with nature and surround yourself with the energy of the natural world. Led by Unity Temple of Oak Park. For information, contact [email protected].