Friends of the Forest Preserves hosts numerous events throughout the year designed to connect people of all ages and backgrounds with the natural wonders of the forest preserves in Cook County.
Guided hikes, educational workshops, wellness programs, volunteer workdays, golf outings, fundraisers, cultural programs, and more await you.
Browse our schedule of events below to learn more.
Registration: No registration required! If you are interested in signing up for the CFC newsletter for weekly event emails here is that link- https://citizensforconservation.org/get-involved/regular-workdays/ Contact Information: [email protected]
Join Spring Creek Stewards as we go on a scavenger hunt for woodland seeds to collect! All are welcome to come, learn, and lead. Contact Information: Ken DeMuth 312-316-5216
Celebrate the season and discover everything your forest preserves have to offer. This community gathering will include music, free food, a guided nature walk, an information booth, native seed collecting, and a relaxing yoga session with Neon Soul to help you unwind and move gently. For all ages. Location: Galloping Hill Meeting location: Penny Road […]
Celebrate the season and discover everything your forest preserves have to offer. This community gathering will include music, free food, a guided nature walk, an information booth, native seed collecting, and a relaxing yoga session with Neon Soul to help you unwind and move gently. For all ages. Contact Information- Please reach out to [email protected] […]
Join us for a fitness walk at Arie Crown Forest; Senior and kid friendly! What to wear/Bring: Walking shoes. Dress according to weather, a rain poncho just in case. Mosquito-tick repellent, and drinking water. Please remember that whatever we bring into the forest should be deposited in an appropriate disposal container or brought back from the […]