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Connect, Learn and Explore: Dive Into Our Schedule of Events

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.

Events

  • Beaubien Woods Bird Walk

    Beaubien Woods Gathering Space MC25+3F, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Join us for an end of summer bird walk as we explore the trails of Beaubien Woods Forest Preserve. Come discover local bird species, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate the […]

  • Taiji (Tai Chi) at Kickapoo Woods

    Join us for a peaceful, one-hour taiji (tai chi) session led by Mia Park, a Korean American artist, teacher, and co-owner of Taiji in Chicago https://www.taijiinchicago.com . Set in the calming landscape of the forest […]

  • Kickapoo Woods: Open House

    Kickapoo Woods Kickapoo Woods, Riverdale, Illinois, United States

    Get to know your Riverdale forest preserve! Featuring line dancing, native seed collecting, tai chi, food, music, nature walks, and more! Ever wondered what there is to do at your […]

  • Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove 11251-11249 South Avenue B, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! Every third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm All ages and families are invited to this free event at […]

  • Beaubien Woods Bird Walk

    Beaubien Woods Gathering Space MC25+3F, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Join us for an end of summer bird walk as we explore the trails of Beaubien Woods Forest Preserve. Come discover local bird species, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate the […]

  • Eggers Grove: Open House

    Eggers Grove Comfort Station MFQC+6Q Chicago, Illinois, Chicago, IL, United States

    Get to know your forest preserve on the east side of Chicago! Featuring paint and sip, native seed collection, yoga, food, nature walks, and more! Ever wondered what there is to […]

  • BIPOC Birders – Fall Birding Basics Walks at Spring Creek

    Longmeadow 152 W Dundee Rd, Barrington, IL, United States

    Friends of the Forest Preserves is partnering with Chicago BIPOC Birders to host two beginner-friendly hikes this fall in Barrington! While these events are open to all, they are BIPOC-centered […]

  • Beaubien Woods Bird Walk

    Beaubien Woods Gathering Space MC25+3F, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Join us for an end of summer bird walk as we explore the trails of Beaubien Woods Forest Preserve. Come discover local bird species, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate the […]

  • Dan Ryan Woods: Open House

    Dan Ryan Woods P8HJ+FR, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Get to know your forest preserve on the south side of Chicago! Featuring art activities, brush removal, a bonfire, food, music, nature walks, and more! Ever wondered what there is […]

  • Fall Open House

    Penny Road Pond 3QXV+83H, Barrington Hills, IL, United States

    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, […]

  • Trailblazers: Fitness Arie Crown

    Arie Crown Forest 6600 LaGrange Road, Illinois, United States

    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, […]

  • Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove 11251-11249 South Avenue B, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! Every third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm All ages and families are invited to this free event at […]

  • Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove 11251-11249 South Avenue B, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! Every third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm All ages and families are invited to this free event at […]

  • Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove 11251-11249 South Avenue B, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! Every third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm All ages and families are invited to this free event at […]

  • Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove 11251-11249 South Avenue B, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! Every third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm All ages and families are invited to this free event at […]

  • Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove 11251-11249 South Avenue B, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! Every third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm All ages and families are invited to this free event at […]

  • Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove 11251-11249 South Avenue B, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! Every third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm All ages and families are invited to this free event at […]

  • Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove 11251-11249 South Avenue B, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! Every third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm All ages and families are invited to this free event at […]

  • Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove 11251-11249 South Avenue B, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! Every third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm All ages and families are invited to this free event at […]

  • Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove

    Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove 11251-11249 South Avenue B, Chicago, Illinois, United States

    Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! Every third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm All ages and families are invited to this free event at […]