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SUMMARY:Miami Woods and Prairie Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:The Miami Woods Forest Preserve covers 112 acres stretching along the west side of the North Branch of the Chicago River from Oakton Street northward to Dempster Street.  It is bounded on the west side by Caldwell Avenue\, Waukegan Road and development at the intersection of Waukegan Road and Dempster Street. The land on the east side of the river forms the Saint Paul Woods Forest Preserve. \n\n\n\nMiami Woods and Prairie contain important remnants of the original grasslands and woodlands that formed the natural heritage of the greater Chicago area. Miami Woods and Prairie (except the turf grass picnic areas) is to achieve restoration to the highest ecological condition possible using a minimum amount of management intervention. Our approach is to restore natural processes so that the area will become as self-sustaining as possible. \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDirections: Located on the east side of Caldwell\, two blocks north of Oakton.  Meet in the parking lot for Miami Woods\, look for the Volunteer sign. \n\n\n\nTo volunteer or for more information contact Nick Conde at Miami Woods.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/miami-woods-and-prairie-volunteer-workday-19/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
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SUMMARY:BIPOC Birders: Earth Day Birds & Flowers
DESCRIPTION: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 and intentional\, created with care to uplift the presence\, joy\, and experiences of BIPOC individuals in outdoor environmental spaces.  \n\n\n\nContact Information- Please reach out to Northwest Field Organizer isabella@fotfp.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/bipoc-birders-earth-day-birds-flowers/
LOCATION:Spring Creek Longmeadow\, 154 W Dundee Rd\, Barrington Hills\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260407T184932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T184933Z
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge: Bio Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Help us take on the City Nature Challenge! Document and upload as many plants\, animals\, and other creatures as possible to iNaturalist.Search for and document the diverse and amazing wildlife found at Egger’s Grove for the “City Nature Challenge 2026: Chicagoland Region” event on iNaturalist. How many plants\, animals\, and other creatures will you be able to find?
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/city-nature-challenge-bio-blitz/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove Comfort Station\, MFQC+6Q Chicago\, Illinois\, Chicago\, IL\, 60617\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260407T202537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T202538Z
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SUMMARY:Eggers and Elderberries: Connections within the Calumet Region
DESCRIPTION:Eggers and Elderberries: Connections within the Calumet Region. Saúcos Salvaje: Conexiones Dentro de la Región de Calumet! \n\n\n\nWe will learn about the forest preserves and zoom in on Eggers Grove Forest Preserve\, a gem of the East Side community. Then\, we will learn about the history\, benefits\, and uses of elderberry\, a local and native plant of the Calumet Region. All ages welcome. \n\n\n\nRegisteration not required but will help us get an idea of who is attending. \n\n\n\n— \n\n\n\nAprenderemos sobre las reservas forestales y nos acercaremos a la Reserva Forestal Eggers Grove\, una joya de la comunidad del East Side. Luego\, aprenderemos sobre la historia\, los beneficios y los usos del saúco\, una planta local y nativa de la región de Calumet. Todas las edades! \n\n\n\nNo es necesario registrarse\, pero nos ayudará a hacernos una idea de quién asistirá.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/eggers-and-elderberries-connections-within-the-calumet-region/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260330T164052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T164052Z
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SUMMARY:Trailblazers: Glenview Woods Walk
DESCRIPTION:Step into spring with us as we enjoy the greening of the woods to start the season. \n\n\n\nTake in the fresh air and join the group to explore this lovely site. We’ll cross the river and head into Harms Woods\, included in the Illinois Natural Areas Inventory\, and see if we can spot a spring ephemeral or two popping out of the ground. It’s possible to view waterfowl and other wildlife in this area. \n\n\n\nDifficulty Level: The walk will be on unpaved paths\, and stepping over obstacles may be required. \n\n\n\nParking/meeting Location: We’ll gather in a clearing adjacent to the parking lot. \n\n\n\nMeet your Volunteer Guide: Diane has a lifelong interest in nature. She completed the University of Illinois Master Naturalist program in 2023 and is a certified seed collector for Cook County Forest Preserves. An avid hiker\, she has formed and led walking groups for 15+ years. \n\n\n\nWhat to Wear and Bring: Water for hydration\, good sun protection\, a hat and good walking shoes. Insect protection is also highly recommended. \n\n\n\nPhoto Credit: Virginia waterleaf – Diane Yurksaitis \n\n\n\nThis event is free\, but please register to secure your spot. If you have any questions about this walk or the Trailblazers Walking Series\, contact Sydney Armstead\, Engagement Program Manager\, at sydney@fotfp.org.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/trailblazers-glenview-woods-walk/
LOCATION:Glenview Woods\, Glenview Woods\, Glenview\, Illinois\, 60025\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:We are going back to Penny Woods to finish brush clearing and herbiciding work. We may be collecting Penn Sedge seed depending on conditions. Meet at the Penny Rd Pond parking area. We’ll hike to the site from there. \n\n\n\nContact Information- Please reach out to Ken DeMuth 312-316-5216
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-10/
LOCATION:Penny Road Pond\, 42°05'53.9"N 88°12'26.2"W\, Barrington HIlls\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260331T182502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T190717Z
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Celebration at Eggers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Forest Preserves and buckthorn tie-dye instructor Katelyn for an Earth Day weekend filled with snacks\, service\, nature walks\, and more! \n\n\n\nParticipants can join us for: \n\n\n\n🌳 Intro to Environmental Volunteering: Learn more about the world of ecological stewardship by helping out with invasive species removal \n\n\n\n🌸 Spring Ephemeral Walk: Take a calming nature walk to learn more about the beautiful springtime blooms in the Chicagoland region. \n\n\n\n🎨 Buckthorn Tie-Dyeing: Use natural dyes from buckthorn trees to create beautiful designs on bandanas \n\n\n\n🌭🎶 Get to know other nature lovers in the southeast Chicago area with food\, music\, and more! \n\n\n\nWho is this event for? \n\n\n\n\nFamilies\n\n\n\nNature lovers\n\n\n\nVolunteers\n\n\n\nFriends\n\n\n\n\nOr anyone looking for a good way to celebrate Earth Day! \n\n\n\nIf you have questions\, reach out to Morgan at morgan@fotfp.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/earth-day-celebration-at-eggers-grove/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove Comfort Station\, MFQC+6Q Chicago\, Illinois\, Chicago\, IL\, 60617\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260319T160153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T133505Z
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SUMMARY:Oxbow Prairie Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Formed by an old loop in the river’s course\, lies the Oxbow Prairie. \n\n\n\nThis old oxbow in the Chicago River’s North Branch is a combination of low\, wet prairie soils and slightly higher mesic prairie soils. A small open savanna lies on what was once the east bank of the river. The mesic prairie had an abundance of Eurasian grasses\, Queen Anne’s lace and tall goldenrod. With management\, the more conservative prairie plants such as northern dropseed\, stiff goldenrod\, golden alexanders and big bluestem grass are returning. \n\n\n\nThe wetter areas are richest in native plants\, including cup plant\, ironweed\, tall meadow-rue\, water parsnip\, cordgrass\, Virginia rye\, and numerous kinds of sedges. \n\n\n\nA small oak savanna on the old east bank has swamp white and bur oaks\, in the words of landscape architect and restorationist Tom Vanderpoel\, “a wonderful micro oak savanna.” \n\n\n\nJoin North Branch Restoration Project volunteers and enjoy a different view here! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nDirections: From the south\, enter the drive off of Caldwell Avenue across from Tonty; proceed ~1/4 mile\, staying to the right at the split. From the north\, enter the drive off of Harts Road and proceed ~3/4 mile south. Look for the Volunteer signs at the meeting spot. \n\n\n\nContact: Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/oxbow-prairie-volunteer-workday-17/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T110000
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SUMMARY:Seedling Up-potting
DESCRIPTION:With the growing need for help with repotting plants\, CFC would like to request the aid of volunteers at the greenhouse from Monday to Saturday this week\, the 13th to the 18th of April. Please note that you do not have to join us for the entire time slot listed below. Even just an hour or two of your time would be a huge help! \n\n\n\nRegistration Link- 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/ \n\n\n\nContact Information- Reach out to luke.dahlberg@citizensforconservation.org with any questions.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/seedling-up-potting-2/
LOCATION:Smart Farm Greenhouse\, 490 W State Rte 22\, North Barrington\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260415T184749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T184750Z
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SUMMARY:Seedling Up-potting
DESCRIPTION:With the growing need for help with repotting plants\, CFC would like to request the aid of volunteers at the greenhouse from Monday to Saturday this week\, the 13th to the 18th of April. Please note that you do not have to join us for the entire time slot listed below. Even just an hour or two of your time would be a huge help! \n\n\n\nRegistration – Please let please let Luke know via his email\, luke.dahlberg@citizensforconservation.org that you will be attending. \n\n\n\nContact Information- Reach out to luke.dahlberg@citizensforconservation.org with any questions.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/seedling-up-potting/
LOCATION:Smart Farm Greenhouse\, 490 W State Rte 22\, North Barrington\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260226T155610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T194017Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hangout: Spring Flower Survey 
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour as we celebrate the beginning of springtime at Eggers’s Grove! We will look for early-blooming flowers as the forest comes back to life. Afterwards\, we will make some flower and leaf pressings.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/homeschool-hangout-spring-flower-survey/
LOCATION:Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove\, 11251-11249 South Avenue B\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60617\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260319T160516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T060516Z
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SUMMARY:St. Paul Woods Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:St. Paul Woods is an inviting oak-hickory woodland situated east of the North Branch of the Chicago River. Like many of our native woodlands\, it needs management to clear invasive brush and trees to restore the original structure. With increased sunlight\, the wildflowers and grasses will once again add to the beauty of the woods. Join North Branch Restoration Project volunteers as we remove buckthorn and other weedy species\, protecting our native ecosystems. \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nDirections: Enter the driveway north off 6500 Oakton Ave\, across from Natchez Ave in Morton Grove. Look for the Volunteer sign in the parking area. \n\n\n\nFor questions\, please contact Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/st-paul-woods-volunteer-workday-15/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260108T173227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T173228Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Healy Savanna
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Location- Beverly Lake Trail\, Hoffman Estates \n\n\n\nSummary of Event/Workday- Join us for a winter stewardship workday at Healy Savanna as we remove invasive shrubs using hand tools and build a communal brush pile for a future fire. Beginners are absolutely welcome and all tools will be provided. Come learn something new\, enjoy some snacks\, and meet great people while caring for this special landscape. This free event is open to participants ages 13 and up\, with minors accompanied by a chaperone. We’ll slow down\, give back to the land\, and take time to appreciate the quiet beauty of winter\, together. \n\n\n\nContact Information-  Please reach out to Isabella Stocke isabella@fotfp.org with any questions!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-healy-savanna-9/
LOCATION:Beverly Lake Trail\, Beverly Lake Trail\, Hoffman Estates\, Illinois\, 60179\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20251202T155845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T211115Z
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SUMMARY:Bunker Hill North Flatwoods Volunteer Workdays
DESCRIPTION:Join the North Branch Restoration Project to restore this oak woodland to its former beauty! This 76-acre site depends on a community of volunteers to remove invasive species\, spread native seed\, and much more. Large pin oaks are a unique feature of this preserve\, which is also home to some beautiful spring ephemerals. \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nDirections: Enter the preserve from Harts Road\, just west of Touhy and Caldwell and look for the volunteer sign. The approximate address is 6600 W Harts Road in Niles\, IL.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/bunker-hill-north-flatwoods-volunteer-workdays-17/
LOCATION:Bunker Hill North Flatwoods\, 6600 W Harts Road\, Niles\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260224T165648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T165649Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Master Naturalist 2026- Week One
DESCRIPTION:This spring\, University of Illinois Extension in Cook County is launching a 7-week Junior Master Naturalist 4-H Special Interest Club program for high school students (grades 9-12) passionate about environmental stewardship and justice. Participants will learn from a variety of environmental experts\, engage in a series of field-based experiential learning activities\, and showcase an environmentally relevant project. 
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/junior-master-naturalist-2026-week-one/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, JC4M+8M5\, Calumet City\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260224T165218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T165219Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Stewardship Days- Whistler Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Whistler Woods for a restoration day and holiday-themed potluck! Bring your favorite dish and come ready to cut and burn buckthorn with other volunteers. 
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/volunteer-stewardship-days-whistler-woods-2/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, J9J3+GP\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260224T164903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T164904Z
UID:10000520-1774342800-1774353600@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Stewardship Days- Sand Ridge Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Sand Ridge is a woodland and prairie site with a magnificent nature center attached. Join our volunteer crew for a restoration day to help restore our forest preserves. Meet outside of the pod on the service driveway NW of the Nature Center.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/volunteer-stewardship-days-sand-ridge-nature-center/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, JC4M+8M5\, Calumet City\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20251202T155616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T155617Z
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SUMMARY:Oxbow Prairie Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Formed by an old loop in the river’s course\, lies the Oxbow Prairie. \n\n\n\nThis old oxbow in the Chicago River’s North Branch is a combination of low\, wet prairie soils and slightly higher mesic prairie soils. A small open savanna lies on what was once the east bank of the river. The mesic prairie had an abundance of Eurasian grasses\, Queen Anne’s lace and tall goldenrod. With management\, the more conservative prairie plants such as northern dropseed\, stiff goldenrod\, golden alexanders and big bluestem grass are returning. \n\n\n\nThe wetter areas are richest in native plants\, including cup plant\, ironweed\, tall meadow-rue\, water parsnip\, cordgrass\, Virginia rye\, and numerous kinds of sedges. \n\n\n\nA small oak savanna on the old east bank has swamp white and bur oaks\, in the words of landscape architect and restorationist Tom Vanderpoel\, “a wonderful micro oak savanna.” \n\n\n\nJoin North Branch Restoration Project volunteers and enjoy a different view here! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nDirections: From the south\, enter the drive off of Caldwell Avenue across from Tonty; proceed ~1/4 mile\, staying to the right at the split. From the north\, enter the drive off of Harts Road and proceed ~3/4 mile south. Look for the Volunteer signs at the meeting spot.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/oxbow-prairie-volunteer-workday-16/
LOCATION:Oxbow Prairie\, Oxbow Prairie\, Chicago\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260303T171703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T171742Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Equinox: A Celebration of New Beginnings
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to Spring Equinox: A Celebration of New Beginnings\, an event hosted by Light of Loving Kindness and Friends of the Forest Preserves. Join us on this day for nutritious snacks\, a nature walk\, and storytelling centered around new beginnings & mental health. We would love for you to come out with friends and family to celebrate the beginning of this beautiful season of light and growth!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/spring-equinox-a-celebration-of-new-beginnings/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, MFQF+94Q\, Chicago\, Illinois\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260224T164643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T164643Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Stewardship Days- Whistler Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Whistler Woods for a restoration day and holiday-themed potluck! Bring your favorite dish and come ready to cut and burn buckthorn with other volunteers. 
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/volunteer-stewardship-days-whistler-woods/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, J9J3+GP\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260303T211544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T212639Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hangout: Bird Feeder Crafting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a short nature hike followed by some crafts as we build bird feeders to take home and hang in our local areas. Seed will be provided for bird feeders. Binoculars will be provided for the walk\, but feel free to bring your own. All ages are welcome.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/homeschool-hangout-birdfeeder-crafting/
LOCATION:Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove\, 11251-11249 South Avenue B\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60617\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20251120T200725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T155105Z
UID:10000383-1773914400-1773921600@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Come hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! Every third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm \n\n\n\nAll ages and families are invited to this free event at Eggers Grove. Whether you homeschool\, unschool\, or just want to hangout with other families\, come for a monthly nature walk and other nature based activities.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/homeschool-hangout-at-eggers-grove-9/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove\, 11251-11249 South Avenue B\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60617\, United States
CATEGORIES:Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260108T173154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T173155Z
UID:10000486-1773752400-1773759600@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Healy Savanna
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Location- Beverly Lake Trail\, Hoffman Estates \n\n\n\nSummary of Event/Workday- Join us for a winter stewardship workday at Healy Savanna as we remove invasive shrubs using hand tools and build a communal brush pile for a future fire. Beginners are absolutely welcome and all tools will be provided. Come learn something new\, enjoy some snacks\, and meet great people while caring for this special landscape. This free event is open to participants ages 13 and up\, with minors accompanied by a chaperone. We’ll slow down\, give back to the land\, and take time to appreciate the quiet beauty of winter\, together. \n\n\n\nContact Information-  Please reach out to Isabella Stocke isabella@fotfp.org with any questions!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-healy-savanna-8/
LOCATION:Beverly Lake Trail\, Beverly Lake Trail\, Hoffman Estates\, Illinois\, 60179\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20251202T160425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T160425Z
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SUMMARY:Miami Woods and Prairie Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:The Miami Woods Forest Preserve covers 112 acres stretching along the west side of the North Branch of the Chicago River from Oakton Street northward to Dempster Street.  It is bounded on the west side by Caldwell Avenue\, Waukegan Road and development at the intersection of Waukegan Road and Dempster Street. The land on the east side of the river forms the Saint Paul Woods Forest Preserve. \n\n\n\nMiami Woods and Prairie contain important remnants of the original grasslands and woodlands that formed the natural heritage of the greater Chicago area. Miami Woods and Prairie (except the turf grass picnic areas) is to achieve restoration to the highest ecological condition possible using a minimum amount of management intervention. Our approach is to restore natural processes so that the area will become as self-sustaining as possible. \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nDirections: Located on the east side of Caldwell\, two blocks north of Oakton.  Meet in the parking lot for Miami Woods\, look for the Volunteer sign.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/miami-woods-and-prairie-volunteer-workday-18/
LOCATION:Miami Woods\, Miami Woods\, Morton Grove\, Illinois\, 60053\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260224T164432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T164432Z
UID:10000518-1773482400-1773493200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Stewardship Days- Dan Ryan Woods
DESCRIPTION:Dan Ryan Woods is an expansive area covering 257 acres of Cook County. The site is home to beautiful woodlands\, and flora and fauna that thrive in it.  During our volunteer days\, you can help preserve these species by removing invasive plants!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/volunteer-stewardship-days-dan-ryan-woods/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods\, P8HJ+FR\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60643\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260224T164233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T164234Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Stewardship Days- Eggers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Eggers Woods is a beautiful site made of woodlands\, marshes\, and prairies. For a better view of the flora and fauna at this site\, join us for a volunteer day performing ecological restoration. Meet at the parking lot east of the caretaker’s building. 
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/volunteer-stewardship-days-eggers-grove/
LOCATION:Eggers Grove\, MFQF+94Q\, Chicago\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260226T154621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T154621Z
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SUMMARY:Eggers and Elderberries
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our virtual program\, Eggers and Elderberries: Connections within the Calumet Region! Together\, we will learn about the forest preserves\, zoom in to learn about Eggers Grove Forest Preserve\, a gem of the East Side community. Then\, we will learn about the history\, benefits\, and uses of elderberry\, a local and native plant of the Calumet Region.  \n\n\n\nAs an added bonus\, registered participants will receive a fresh produce basket delivered to their home or local library\, along with a Latin- and African-American-inspired recipe card to bring the flavors of their community to their kitchen\, an Elderberry tea kit\, and a Visitor’s Guide to Eggers Grove. \n\n\n\n(Currently full)
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/eggers-and-elderberries/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260308T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260304T171333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T171333Z
UID:10000529-1772974800-1772982000@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Healy Savanna
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a winter stewardship workday at Healy Savanna as we remove invasive shrubs using hand tools and build a communal brush pile for a future fire. Beginners are absolutely welcome and all tools will be provided. Come learn something new\, enjoy some snacks\, and meet great people while caring for this special landscape. This free event is open to participants ages 13 and up\, with minors accompanied by a chaperone. We’ll slow down\, give back to the land\, and take time to appreciate the quiet beauty of winter\, together. \n\n\n\nContact Information-  Please reach out to Isabella Stocke isabella@fotfp.org with any questions!
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-healy-savanna-16/
LOCATION:Beverly Lake\, Beverly Lake\, Hoffman Estates\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20251202T160058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T160059Z
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SUMMARY:St. Paul Woods Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:St. Paul Woods is an inviting oak-hickory woodland situated east of the North Branch of the Chicago River. Like many of our native woodlands\, it needs management to clear invasive brush and trees to restore the original structure. With increased sunlight\, the wildflowers and grasses will once again add to the beauty of the woods. Join North Branch Restoration Project volunteers as we remove buckthorn and other weedy species\, protecting our native ecosystems. \n\n\n\nVisit The North Branch Restoration Project on Facebook! \n\n\n\nYouth under age 18 must be accompanied by a legal parent/guardian or attend with a chaperoned organized youth group (school\, scouts\, church). \n\n\n\nDirections: Enter the driveway north off 6500 Oakton Ave\, across from Natchez Ave in Morton Grove. Look for the Volunteer sign in the parking area.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/st-paul-woods-volunteer-workday-14/
LOCATION:St. Paul Woods\, 6500 Oakton Ave\, Morton Grove\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T180636
CREATED:20260304T171107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T171108Z
UID:10000528-1772874000-1772881200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Hill 'N Dale
DESCRIPTION:Meeting location- Hill ‘N Dale Office \n\n\n\nJoin CFC as we prepare burn units at HND and Grigsby for prescribed burns this Spring. \n\n\n\nRegistration: 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/   \n\n\n\nContact Information- Please reach out to Sanketh with any questions at smenon@citizensforconservation.org 
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-hill-n-dale-6/
LOCATION:Hill N Dale\, 42°09'34.5"N 88°12'23.1"W\, Barrington Hills\, Illinois\, United States
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