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SUMMARY:Wellness Tuesdays at Kickapoo Woods
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday until September 23rd\, 2025! Entrance at Halsted\, south of 144th St. Riverdale\, IL 60827. \n\n\n\nStretch and Walks9:00 am – 10:00 am2 mile walk. Walking pace with room for conversation & mindfulness. No registration required. \n\n\n\nYoga10:00 am – 11:00 amAll levels welcome. Registration not required\, but please email us if you will be bringing more than 5 people! Yoga led by Studio Yogi. \n\n\n\nContact Gloria Orozco at gloria@fotfp.org with any questions.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/wellness-tuesdays-at-kickapoo-woods-10/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, Kickapoo Woods\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250706T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
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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-8/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250702T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250422T153531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T153532Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness Wednesdays at Whistler Woods
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday until September 24th\, 2025! Entrance at 134th St.\, East of Halsted Ave. Riverdale\, IL 60827. \n\n\n\nStretch and Walks9:00 am – 10:00 am2 mile walk. Walking pace with room for conversation & mindfulness. No registration required. \n\n\n\nYoga10:00 am – 11:00 amAll levels welcome. Registration not required\, but please email us if you will be bringing more than 5 people! Yoga lead by Community Health\, Illinois Extension. \n\n\n\nContact Gloria Orozco at gloria@fotfp.org with any questions.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/wellness-wednesdays-at-whistler-woods-9/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, M946+6JQ\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, 60827\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250422T154856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T154856Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness Tuesdays at Kickapoo Woods
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday until September 23rd\, 2025! Entrance at Halsted\, south of 144th St. Riverdale\, IL 60827. \n\n\n\nStretch and Walks9:00 am – 10:00 am2 mile walk. Walking pace with room for conversation & mindfulness. No registration required. \n\n\n\nYoga10:00 am – 11:00 amAll levels welcome. Registration not required\, but please email us if you will be bringing more than 5 people! Yoga led by Studio Yogi. \n\n\n\nContact Gloria Orozco at gloria@fotfp.org with any questions.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/wellness-tuesdays-at-kickapoo-woods-9/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, Kickapoo Woods\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250625T150801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T150801Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Galloping Hill
DESCRIPTION:Join Spring Creek Stewards as we go on a scavenger hunt for White Sweet Clover! All are welcome to come\, learn\, and lead. \n\n\n\nContact Information- isabella@fotfp.org or Ken DeMuth 312-316-5216 \n\n\n\nRegister at the below link.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-galloping-hill/
LOCATION:Penny Road Pond Parking Location\, 42°05'54.0"N 88°12'26.0"W\, Barrington HIlls\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250629T100000
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CREATED:20250618T155130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T155130Z
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SUMMARY:Sketch and Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Join BGI at our upcoming Sketch and Stroll nature journaling hike! All are welcome and free to attend\, this will be led by a beginner artist All supplies will be provided but please feel free to bring art supplies that you particularly enjoy. We will be going on a short walk admiring and learning all about the incredible flora that is in bloom followed by time to sit and doodle.Photo credit: Carrie Carlson \n\n\n\nContact Information- Please reach out to Northwest Field Organizer  isabella@fotfp.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/sketch-and-stroll/
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:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days: Kickapoo Woods
DESCRIPTION:Kickapoo Woods is a site with beautiful wet prairies in Riverdale\, IL. During volunteer days\, you can get up close and personal with nature performing a variety of restoration activities. Meet at the volunteer kiosk.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-kickapoo-woods-2/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods & Priarie\, J9J3+GP\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
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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. \n\n\n\nContact: Mike Andrews at mike61950@aol.com.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/bunker-hill-north-flatwoods-volunteer-workdays-8/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250628T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
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SUMMARY:Seed Leaders Essentials Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join BGI at our upcoming Seed Leaders Essentials Workshop! All are welcome and free to attend. We will be sharing seed leadership resources and teaching any and all interested in being a part of restoration. \n\n\n\nMeeting Location- Hill N Dale Farmhouse \n\n\n\n\nThe preserve entrance is located approximately 200 meters before the 26 Ridge Road residence. Look for a green gate flanked by white fencing—it will be open.\n\n\n\nOnce inside\, follow the road past the barns and other structures. Continue until you reach a large white building\, where parking is available in both the front and back.\n\n\n\n\nContact Information- Please reach out to Northwest Field Organizer  isabella@fotfp.org or Restoration Director  mevans@citizensforconservation.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/seed-leaders-essentials-workshop/
LOCATION:Hill N Dale Farmhouse\, 42°09'34.5"N 88°12'23.1"W\, Barrington Hills\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250730T152244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T152244Z
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SUMMARY:Xylem Seed Garden Workdays
DESCRIPTION:Seeds are the lifeblood of healthy woodlands and prairies. By growing successive generations of species\, they help ensure resilient\, self-renewing natural areas for years to come. Restoration volunteers hand collect seeds of many different species in Forest Preserve sites along the Chicago River North Branch\, then distribute them to other less healthy North Branch sites. \n\n\n\nBut some important native species are relatively rare at our sites. Others have seed that are difficult to collect in the wild. We grow some of these special plants in the North Branch seed garden\, where we can better harvest their seed for restoration in North Branch sites. If you love getting your hands dirty and enjoy getting to know some of our native plants\, please join the workdays at our North Branch seed garden in Niles. \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 6633 W Harts Road\, Niles IL\, 60714 \n\n\n\nView map \n\n\n\nTurn into the main driveway for the FPCC Maintenance facility then turn right into a small gravel parking area. Enter the enclosed garden area through a swinging gate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact person:Cammy Fortuna tonyandcammy11@gmail.com \n\n\n\nSecondary contact:Mike Andrews mike61950@aol.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite:https://northbranchrestoration.org/
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/xylem-seed-garden-workdays-6/
LOCATION:North Branch Xylem Seed Garden\, 6633 W Harts Road\, Niles\, IL\, 60714\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250507T161539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T161541Z
UID:10000236-1751025600-1751032800@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Xylem Seed Garden Workdays
DESCRIPTION:Seeds are the lifeblood of healthy woodlands and prairies. By growing successive generations of species\, they help ensure resilient\, self-renewing natural areas for years to come. Restoration volunteers hand collect seeds of many different species in Forest Preserve sites along the Chicago River North Branch\, then distribute them to other less healthy North Branch sites. \n\n\n\nBut some important native species are relatively rare at our sites. Others have seed that are difficult to collect in the wild. We grow some of these special plants in the North Branch seed garden\, where we can better harvest their seed for restoration in North Branch sites. If you love getting your hands dirty and enjoy getting to know some of our native plants\, please join the workdays at our North Branch seed garden in Niles. \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 6633 W Harts Road\, Niles IL\, 60714 \n\n\n\nView map \n\n\n\nTurn into the main driveway for the FPCC Maintenance facility then turn right into a small gravel parking area. Enter the enclosed garden area through a swinging gate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact person:Cammy Fortuna tonyandcammy11@gmail.com \n\n\n\nSecondary contact:Mike Andrews mike61950@aol.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite:https://northbranchrestoration.org/
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/xylem-seed-garden-workdays-5/
LOCATION:North Branch Xylem Seed Garden\, 6633 W Harts Road\, Niles\, IL\, 60714\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250616T144009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T144010Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer 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/stewardship-volunteer-days-dan-ryan-woods-3/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods\, P8HJ+FR\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60643\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250626T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250625T150433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T150434Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Grigsby Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about Leiberg’s Panic Grass (aka Prairie Panic Grass)\, Tussock Sedge and more at Grigsby Prairie this Thursday from 9-11am! We will be learning\, collecting\, and maybe even spreading some of this seed. \n\n\n\nNo 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: mevans@citizensforconservation.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-grigsby-prairie-2/
LOCATION:Grigsby Parking Location\, 5R78+XF9\, Barrington HIlls\, IL\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250625T150240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T150241Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Hill 'N Dale
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about sedges at Hill N Dale this Thursday from 9-11am! We will be learning\, collecting\, and maybe even spreading some of this seed. \n\n\n\nNo 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: mevans@citizensforconservation.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-hill-n-dale/
LOCATION:Hill ‘N Dale Office\, 42°09'33.8"N 88°12'22.3"W\, Barrington HIlls\, IL\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250422T153430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T153430Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness Wednesdays at Whistler Woods
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday until September 24th\, 2025! Entrance at 134th St.\, East of Halsted Ave. Riverdale\, IL 60827. \n\n\n\nStretch and Walks9:00 am – 10:00 am2 mile walk. Walking pace with room for conversation & mindfulness. No registration required. \n\n\n\nYoga10:00 am – 11:00 amAll levels welcome. Registration not required\, but please email us if you will be bringing more than 5 people! Yoga lead by Community Health\, Illinois Extension. \n\n\n\nContact Gloria Orozco at gloria@fotfp.org with any questions.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/wellness-wednesdays-at-whistler-woods-8/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, M946+6JQ\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, 60827\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250422T154832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T154833Z
UID:10000191-1750755600-1750762800@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Wellness Tuesdays at Kickapoo Woods
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday until September 23rd\, 2025! Entrance at Halsted\, south of 144th St. Riverdale\, IL 60827. \n\n\n\nStretch and Walks9:00 am – 10:00 am2 mile walk. Walking pace with room for conversation & mindfulness. No registration required. \n\n\n\nYoga10:00 am – 11:00 amAll levels welcome. Registration not required\, but please email us if you will be bringing more than 5 people! Yoga led by Studio Yogi. \n\n\n\nContact Gloria Orozco at gloria@fotfp.org with any questions.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/wellness-tuesdays-at-kickapoo-woods-8/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, Kickapoo Woods\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250616T143822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T143822Z
UID:10000261-1750753800-1750764600@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer 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 at the pod northwest of the Nature Center off of the service driveway.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-sand-ridge-nature-center-4/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, JC4M+8M5\, Calumet City\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250616T191120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T191318Z
UID:10000264-1750597200-1750608000@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Friends Member Appreciation Series - Country Lane Woods (Palos - Willow Springs)
DESCRIPTION:Our first member appreciation event of the year will feature refreshments and a guided walk around a gem within the Palos Preserves system\, Cranberry Slough. The Member Appreciation Series is an opportunity to connect with the Friends community at some of the best spots across the Cook County Forest Preserves. \n\n\n\nPlease contact jeff@fotfp.org to RSVP or to join Friends as a member.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/friends-member-appreciation-series/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250317T162800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T191951Z
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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-7/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250618T154424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T154424Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Galloping Hills
DESCRIPTION:Join Spring Creek Stewards as we go on a scavenger hunt for seeds! All are welcome to come\, learn\, and lead. \n\n\n\nContact Information- isabella@fotfp.org or Ken DeMuth 312-316-5216
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-galloping-hills/
LOCATION:Penny Road Pond\, 3QXV+83H\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250513T154036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T154037Z
UID:10000238-1750507200-1750510800@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Yoga: Gentle Flow & Mindful Breath
DESCRIPTION:Gentle Flow & Mindful Breath: Unwind and restore balance in this 60-minute\, outdoor\, gentle yoga class\, designed to nurture your body and calm your mind. We’ll begin with a series of slow\, flowing asanas (poses) and integrate deep breathing techniques (pranayama) to cultivate inner peace and release tension. This focus on breathwork will help you connect with your body on a deeper level and create space for relaxation. \n\n\n\nYoga Instructor: Donisha Reed with Wellthy Living
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/yoga-gentle-flow-mindful-breath-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center\, P8P9+9X\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60620\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250616T143650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T144538Z
UID:10000260-1750496400-1750507200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days: Whistler Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Whistler Woods for our volunteer days! We will be performing a variety of restoration activities in this woodland and prairie-dominant site. Meet at the end of the parking lot.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-whistler-woods-4/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, JC4M+8M5\, Calumet City\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250129T232917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T151721Z
UID:10000103-1750327200-1750334400@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCome hang out at Eggers Grove for a fun homeschool meet-up! \n\n\n\nEvery third Thursday of the month from 10am-12pm until June 19\, 2025
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/homeschool-hangout-at-eggers-grove-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250618T154200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T154200Z
UID:10000267-1750323600-1750330800@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Grigsby Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about Porcupine Grass and Leiberg’s Panic Grass (aka Prairie Panic Grass) at Grigsby Prairie this Thursday from 9-11am! We will be learning\, collecting\, and maybe even spreading some of this seed. \n\n\n\nNo 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: mevans@citizensforconservation.org \n\n\n\nMeeting location- Park alongside Oak Knoll Rd.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-grigsby-prairie/
LOCATION:Grigsby Parking Location\, 5R78+XF9\, Barrington HIlls\, IL\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250422T153405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T153405Z
UID:10000169-1750237200-1750244400@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Wellness Wednesdays at Whistler Woods
DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday until September 24th\, 2025! Entrance at 134th St.\, East of Halsted Ave. Riverdale\, IL 60827. \n\n\n\nStretch and Walks9:00 am – 10:00 am2 mile walk. Walking pace with room for conversation & mindfulness. No registration required. \n\n\n\nYoga10:00 am – 11:00 amAll levels welcome. Registration not required\, but please email us if you will be bringing more than 5 people! Yoga lead by Community Health\, Illinois Extension. \n\n\n\nContact Gloria Orozco at gloria@fotfp.org with any questions.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/wellness-wednesdays-at-whistler-woods-7/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, M946+6JQ\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, 60827\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250617T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250422T154812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T154812Z
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SUMMARY:Wellness Tuesdays at Kickapoo Woods
DESCRIPTION:Every Tuesday until September 23rd\, 2025! Entrance at Halsted\, south of 144th St. Riverdale\, IL 60827. \n\n\n\nStretch and Walks9:00 am – 10:00 am2 mile walk. Walking pace with room for conversation & mindfulness. No registration required. \n\n\n\nYoga10:00 am – 11:00 amAll levels welcome. Registration not required\, but please email us if you will be bringing more than 5 people! Yoga led by Studio Yogi. \n\n\n\nContact Gloria Orozco at gloria@fotfp.org with any questions.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/wellness-tuesdays-at-kickapoo-woods-7/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, Kickapoo Woods\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250407T192156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T192157Z
UID:10000161-1749916800-1749985200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:A Family PEACE Gathering:  Family Camping & Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Nature-based peace circles for people of all ages & ethnicities to connect\, celebrate\, and build community through art\, wellness\, & play. \n\n\n\nJoin us for an overnight camping experience at Shabonna Woods in South Holland\, IL (just outside Chicago’s south side). This event is for beginning campers and experienced campers alike. Activities will include those experienced throughout the series\, including sound journeys\, arts\, movement\, and games. Collectively\, we will create a shared meal that incorporates traditional recipes from the different heritages represented in our workshop series\, using locally grown foods. All camping supplies are provided\, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/a-family-peace-gathering-family-camping-community-celebration/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Event Pavillion\, W 87th St & S Western Ave\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60620\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250317T162201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T192003Z
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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-5/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250609T154646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T154646Z
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SUMMARY:Linne Woods Bird Watching
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to identify neighborhood birds at Linne Woods. \n\n\n\nThis event is in partnership with BIPOC Birders.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/linne-woods-bird-watching/
LOCATION:Linne Woods\, Linne Woods\, Morton Grove\, Illinois\, 60053\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T005600
CREATED:20250507T161127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T161127Z
UID:10000235-1749744000-1749751200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Xylem Seed Garden Workdays
DESCRIPTION:Seeds are the lifeblood of healthy woodlands and prairies. By growing successive generations of species\, they help ensure resilient\, self-renewing natural areas for years to come. Restoration volunteers hand collect seeds of many different species in Forest Preserve sites along the Chicago River North Branch\, then distribute them to other less healthy North Branch sites. \n\n\n\nBut some important native species are relatively rare at our sites. Others have seed that are difficult to collect in the wild. We grow some of these special plants in the North Branch seed garden\, where we can better harvest their seed for restoration in North Branch sites. If you love getting your hands dirty and enjoy getting to know some of our native plants\, please join the workdays at our North Branch seed garden in Niles. \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 6633 W Harts Road\, Niles IL\, 60714 \n\n\n\nView map \n\n\n\nTurn into the main driveway for the FPCC Maintenance facility then turn right into a small gravel parking area. Enter the enclosed garden area through a swinging gate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact person:Cammy Fortuna tonyandcammy11@gmail.com \n\n\n\nSecondary contact:Mike Andrews mike61950@aol.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebsite:https://northbranchrestoration.org/
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/xylem-seed-garden-workdays-4/
LOCATION:North Branch Xylem Seed Garden\, 6633 W Harts Road\, Niles\, IL\, 60714\, United States
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