Wildlife Connections

Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy. All ages.

River Trail Nature Center, 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States

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.

Trailside Museum of Natural History, 738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL, 60305, United States

Poet Tree

Enjoy poetry on the trails to celebrate National Poetry Month. Submit your own stanza for our Poet Tree.

Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills, IL, 60010

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.

Trailside Museum of Natural History, 738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL, 60305, United States

Senior Fitness Walk

Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.

Thatcher Woods

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.

Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills, IL, 60010

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.

Thatcher Woods

Yoga in the Preserves

Join this inspiring and creative vinyasa flow class led by Kim Eisendrath. $5/person.

Caldwell Woods Wellness Center, 6350 West Devon Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60646, United States

Amphibian Outing

Join a walk and be on the lookout for amphibians during their most active time of year.

Spears Woods, IL

Celebrate Jane Goodall’s Birthday with #GoodAllDay!

Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Jane with a meaningful day of service in nature. Join us as we care for our environment, learn from young leaders, and enjoy time together around the campfire with hot dogs and s’mores. Activities include: Youth panelCampfire with s’mores and......More

Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Jane with a meaningful day of service in nature. Join us as we care for our environment, learn from young leaders, and enjoy time together around the campfire with hot dogs and s’mores. Activities include: Youth panelCampfire with s’mores and hot dogsFilm screeningGuided nature walksLitter pickupHands-on crafts

Camp Shabbona Woods, 15810 S Torrence Ave, South Holland, IL, 60473, United States

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.

Camp Sullivan, 14630 Oak Park Ave, Oak Forest, IL, 60452, United States

Timberdoodle Talk & Trek

Learn, then observe the American woodcock courtship display in the darkening sky. Ages 7 & up.

Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills, IL, 60010

Salamanders

Explore amphibian ecology on a walk to their seasonal breeding pools.

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, 60480, United States

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!

Eggers Grove, IL

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].

Thatcher Woods

Zoo Adventure Passport! (ZAP!): Conservation Science Adventures

Explore through play-based learning, nature crafts and discovery. In partnership with Brookfield Zoo Chicago. Drop in.

Trailside Museum of Natural History, 738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest, IL, 60305, United States

Prime Real Estate

Learn about stewardship of cavity nesting birds, then observe tree swallows compete for their homes.

Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills, IL, 60010

The Science of Clouds

Learn how water vapor forms clouds with an indoor presentation and a short walk.

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, 12545 W 111th St, Lemont, IL, 60439, United States

Paper Making Workshop

Learn how to make paper with recycled materials. Supplies provided. Program held outdoors around a fire. All ages. Drop in.

Evans Field

Live Healthy, Discover Nature! Walk

Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4-mile walk.

Sand Ridge Nature Center, 15891 S Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL, 60473, United States

What’s On The Menu?

Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.

River Trail Nature Center, 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States

The Unburied Treasure Hunt

Pick up a treasure map then decode the clues onsite. All ages.

River Trail Nature Center, 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States

Nature Walk

Enjoy a spring walk along the trails.

Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, 12545 W 111th St, Lemont, IL, 60439, United States

What’s On The Menu?

Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.

River Trail Nature Center, 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States

Tuesday Mornings are for the Birds!

Join this six-week series to observe spring migration and the beauty of birds in their most beautiful breeding plumage.

Sand Ridge Nature Center, 15891 S Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL, 60473, United States

Baby Buds

Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult. Tickets first come, first served.

Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills, IL, 60010

Wildlife Connections

Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy. All ages.

River Trail Nature Center, 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States

Meet Our Ambassador Animals

Meet the animals that call Crabtree home.

Crabtree Nature Center, 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills, IL, 60010

Little Red Rocks

Share or enjoy music and poetry as the sun sets during our open-mic night.

Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, 9800 Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs, IL, 60480, United States

Wee Wonders: Wildflowers

Bring your little ones to learn about spring wildflowers and experience their beauty as they bloom. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.

Sand Ridge Nature Center, 15891 S Paxton Ave, South Holland, IL, 60473, United States