Goldenrods and Asters in Bloom

The weather may still be hot, but the transition to fall in the forest preserves is in full swing. Each season has a different suite of blooming wildflowers and fall […]

Spring Creek Volunteer Workday

The Spring Creek Forest Preserve is one of only a few Cook County preserves large enough to sustain populations of rare animals, grassland birds, and a rich variety of habitats. […]

Blue Star Woods Volunteer Workday

Help restore habitat for plants and wildlife at this historic forest preserve. Blue Star Woods was once the site of a Civilian Conservation Corps Camp and a WWII Prisoner of […]

Archery at Whistler Woods

Receive instruction from certified staff and try your hand at archery. Ages 10 & up. Junior archery available for those under 10. All visitors over 2 years of age must […]

Kickapoo Woods Volunteer Workday

Seed collection is a vital part of ecological restoration, bringing health and resilience to the landscapes. In addition, many studies show that spending time in nature reduces stress levels and […]

Kickapoo Woods Volunteer Workday

Seed collection is a vital part of ecological restoration, bringing health and resilience to the landscapes. In addition, many studies show that spending time in nature reduces stress levels and […]

Bird Walk at Beaubien Woods

Chicago Audubon Society and Friends of the Forest Preserves will be hosting an early bird walk at Beaubien Woods. This bird walk is for all birders, beginners and experts - […]

Beaubien Woods Volunteer Workday

Seed collection is a vital part of ecological restoration, bringing health and resilience to the landscapes. In addition, many studies show that spending time in nature reduces stress levels and […]

Bird Walk at Beaubien Woods

Chicago Audubon Society and Friends of the Forest Preserves will be hosting an early bird walk at Beaubien Woods. This bird walk is for all birders, beginners and experts - […]

Kickapoo Woods Volunteer Workday

Seed collection is a vital part of ecological restoration, bringing health and resilience to the landscapes. In addition, many studies show that spending time in nature reduces stress levels and […]