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5th Annual Beer in the Woods
That's right, friends: your favorite event of the fall season is back! Tickets are on sale! We can't wait for you to join us at LaBagh Woods on Saturday, September […]
That's right, friends: your favorite event of the fall season is back! Tickets are on sale! We can't wait for you to join us at LaBagh Woods on Saturday, September […]
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 - […]
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 […]
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 - […]
Friends of the Forest Preserves, in partnership with the Forest Preserves of Cook County, Field Museum, and Friends of Chicago River, invites you to come plant native aquatic plant species […]
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 […]
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 […]
Start your day in an active way! Join us for a 2 mile walking workout and stretching experience on the Major Taylor Trail at Whistler Woods Forest Preserve in Riverdale! […]
Whistler Woods Forest Preserve in Riverdale contains oaks up to 300 years old, but invasive brush prevents their acorns from sprouting. Join our volunteer workday to collect native seeds, which […]
Join us as we continue the Wellness Wednesdays at Whistler Woods series with a Paint & Sip. Enjoy the fall weather, explore an artistic outlet, and sip delicious apple cider […]
Run the 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon on behalf of Friends and support your forest preserves! We've partnered with Chicago Parks Foundation to provide runners a rare opportunity to […]
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 […]