Forest Preserves of Cook County Palos Division Headquarters
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Sunday March 22 10:30am CDT
Spring's First Blooms
Create your own pressed flower field guide and learn about spring’s first blooms.
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Sunday March 22 1:00pm CDT
World Water Day
Celebrate World Water Day with an indoor presentation and discussion on water rights and ethics.
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Sunday March 22 1:30pm CDT
Bucket Bug Hunt
Walk through our sugar bush to find out who has fallen into the sap buckets. All ages.
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Sunday March 22 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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Monday March 23 through March 25
Spring Break Boredom Busters
Young naturalists enjoy jam-packed fun exploring nature, playing games, creating art and spending time outdoors. Adult supervision required. Ages 5 to 8: 10-11:30 amAges 8 to 12: 1-2:30 pm
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Tuesday March 24 10:00am CDT
Small Serendipity
Nature stories, crafts and activities. Children ages 3-6 w/adult.
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Tuesday March 24 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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Wednesday March 25 10:00am CDT
Waterfowl Watch
Join us as we peer through a spotting scope to watch and identify waterfowl. Ages 14 & up.
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Wednesday March 25 10:00am CDT
Walk & Talk
Walk & Talk hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These hikes will be led at a slower pace with frequent stopping and interpretation. 2.5 miles.
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Wednesday March 25 10:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Nature Illustration Workshop
Guided nature illustrations class for all levels. Materials provided.
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Wednesday March 25 2:00pm CDT
2 Miles at 2
Join us for an afternoon walk. Ages 18 & up.
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Thursday March 26 9:30am CDT
Baby Buds
Join us for nature-themed interactive songs and stories. Ages 0-23 months w/ adult. Tickets first come, first served.
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Thursday March 26 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 March 26 10:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Nature Illustration Workshop
Guided nature illustrations class for all levels. Supplies provided.
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Thursday March 26 10:30am CDT
Nature’s Art Box
Explore the wild side of creativity! Kids ages 3–6 with an adult can enjoy hands-on nature-inspired art and activities. Supplies provided.
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Thursday March 26 11:00am - 2:00pm CDT
Spring Breakout Adventure
Spend your time on break, outside! Try several outdoor recreation activities. Explore, discover and create!
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Thursday March 26 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Meet the Artists: Near West Sketchers Art Opening
Join us for a Meet the Artists evening event as we reveal the newest exhibit in Trailside’s Classroom Gallery, featuring an anthology of nature-themed work by Near West Sketchers artists. Light refreshments will be served. Drop in.
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Thursday March 26 5:30pm CDT
Camping 101
Join us for a workshop to learn basic skills like how to set up a tent, build a fire, dress for the weather and more!
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Friday March 27 8:00am CDT
Amphibian Outing
Be on the lookout for amphibians while enjoying a walk during amphibians’ most active time of year. Grove 7.
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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.