This event has been moved to Whistler Woods. Click here for updated information and directions. For more information, contact Frances Kane at frances@fotfp.org or 312-373-0236.
Join us for a bird walk at Whistler Woods in celebration of spring migration! This event is for all ages, and beginner birders are welcome. We will walk around 1.5 miles at a leisurely pace on a non-paved trail, seeking out the warblers, flycatchers, sparrows, and other migratory species that this exciting season brings. Meet […]
Join us for a walk in the woods while we work on our fitness. Getting outdoors is good for you! See Caldwell Woods, Oxbow Prairie and Bunker Hill Flatwoods as we make our way north along the North Branch Bike Trail. It's springtime so trees will be budding out and everything will be turning green […]
Join us at Eggers Grove for a lively dance class that will have you moving and grooving. We will be joined and led by Latin Street Music. Grab your friends and dance away with us at this free event! Rain date: Saturday 5/11 3-6pm SIGNIFICANCE & BRIEF HISTORY Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s […]
Join us for a delightful stroll through the beautiful wildflowers in Eggers Grove. Discover a variety of colorful blooms while enjoying the fresh spring air. This event is perfect for nature lovers and anyone looking to unwind in a natural setting. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty […]
The final three miles of the Des Plaines River Trail have more lost, abandoned, and mysterious artifacts than any other stretch of the trail; we’ll discuss what these are and how they fit into the modern history of this most urban of urban rivers. Along the way, we’ll also talk about water quality, habitat conditions […]
Join us for a fun and educational day out in nature starting at 10:00 AM. This event is a great opportunity for homeschoolers to socialize, learn, and explore the beautiful surroundings of Eggers Grove. Located in a peaceful natural setting, Eggers Grove offers a perfect backdrop for outdoor activities and learning experiences. Come and connect […]
Please join the Friends community to celebrate the beauty of the forest preserves and to honor the winners of the 2023 Photo Contest! View the winning photos from our 2023 Photo Contest up close and personal, hung professionally on the gallery walls! Then enjoy a panel discussion with some of the winning photographers. Refreshments will […]
Listen to the relaxing sounds of Eggers while moving through it! Join us as we explore the sounds of nature, led by Norman W Long. Norman is an artist, designer, and composer born and raised on the South side of Chicago. The walk will focus on mindfulness and the participants' connection to the land as […]
Please join us as we explore the woodland trail to observe both the flora and fauna of the woodlands surrounding Salt Creek. Challenge Level: Easy to moderate at a steady pace. Parking/Meeting Location: Park at Bemis Woods North by the bridge over Salt Creek. Meet by the trail map sign. Meet your volunteer guide: As […]
The hike will explore the wooded, shallow, and wide ravine that defines the interior of Deer Grove West. The hike will follow the streams that created and still shape the ravine today. Deer Grove Lake and the Deer Grove Lake Dam will also be on the hike's route. Architectural remnants from the work done by […]
The Yellow Trail - the trail we will be primarily walking - was rated the best trail in Illinois by Backpacker Magazine. The trails are in great shape and currently the wild geraniums and the woodland phlox are in full bloom! The walk will take approximately 2 hours and will be 3-4 miles in length, […]
