Join Friends of the Forest Preserves and University of Illinois Extension for yoga at Kickapoo Woods. All levels and ages welcome, no experience necessary. Learn how to use yoga props to find greater ease and stability in your yoga practice. Each participant will receive the following yoga props: yoga mat, two blocks and a strap. […]
Start your day in an active way! Join us for a 2 mile walking workout and stretching experience. The hike will be roughly 45 minutes and will include 15 minutes of stretching before, followed by 15 minutes of relaxing meditation after. Feel free to walk at your own speed, however the group will keep a […]
Please join Friends of the Forest Preserves and University of Illinois Extension for yoga at Whistler Woods. All levels and ages welcome, no experience necessary. Learn how to use yoga props to find greater ease and stability in your yoga practice. Each participant will receive the following yoga props: yoga mat, two blocks and a […]
Tickets are on sale now! Visit Eventbrite to purchase yours before we sell out. Beer in the Woods isn’t just about sampling local craft beers and ciders. It’s about connecting with nature, friends, and all your senses! What is Beer in the Woods? Held within the gorgeous groves of LaBagh Woods in Chicago, Beer in the […]
Join us for a free, family-friendly event to celebrate el Dia de los Muertos at Eggers Grove Forest Preserve. There will be salsa dancing instruction, art & crafts vendors and activities, community altar installation, slam poetry/open mic, bonfire pits with smores, refreshments while supplies last, Catrin and Catrina contest, and community resources. Please register to […]
Submit your photos - up to five per person - by Sunday, December 31st for a chance to win cash prizes, bragging rights, and to be featured in a month-long photo exhibit. The exhibit will take place throughout May of 2024 at McCord Gallery and Cultural Center. Please visit our Photo Contest webpage for a […]
Come volunteer at Whistler Woods in Riverdale and work on some string art by the fire! Enjoy snacks and refreshments while you work. Volunteer with us by cutting and burning woody invasive trees. We will be showing you which trees to cut and how to identify them. We will discuss why the work you will […]
Hike will explore the beauty of the frozen dam/spillway at Deer Grove Lake, hearing the trickles of water cascading under the ice. We will hike the trail along the creek to appreciate the abstract patterns and structures of ice painted into the frozen water. Winterscape photo opportunities should abound! Difficulty level: If the weather allows, […]
Explore the beautiful Thorn Creek trail system as we take a rejuvenating and relaxing walk through Sauk Trail Woods-Central. Sauk Trail Woods is home to several bird and plant species as well as a lake and other amenities. Difficulty level: This is a paved trail consisting of about 4 miles. We will begin at central […]
Register now for $25 - price increases after January 19, 2024! Join us on Saturday, April 13th, 2024 for an exciting new event at Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery in Chicago. With more than 30 years of winemaking experience, Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery is the first winery in Chicago and the first meadery in […]
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 […]
In 1970 the very first Earth Day was celebrated, marking the birth of grassroots environmental movements throughout the world. Thanks to the vision and drive of Senator Gaylord Nelson, from our neighboring state of Wisconsin, the Earth Day movement is responsible for many of the organizations and laws which are still working to protect our […]
