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SUMMARY:Warbler and Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Summary of Event/Workday- Join BGI at one of our upcoming Warbler and Wildflower Walk hikes! All are welcome and free to attend. We will be admiring and learning all about the incredible flora that is in bloom along with some bird watching. \n\n\n\nMeeting Location- Penny Road Pond\, Barrington Hills \n\n\n\nContact Information: isabella@fotfp.org or mevans@citizensforconservation.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/warbler-and-wildflower-walk-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T090000
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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-2/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, Kickapoo Woods\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250514T110000
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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-2/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, M946+6JQ\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, 60827\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T120000
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CREATED:20250129T232855Z
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SUMMARY:Homeschool Hangout at Eggers Grove
DESCRIPTION:Come 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-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T152335Z
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SUMMARY:Warbler and Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Summary of Event/Workday- Join BGI at one of our upcoming Warbler and Wildflower Walk hikes! All are welcome and free to attend. We will be admiring and learning all about the incredible flora that is in bloom along with some bird watching. \n\n\n\nMeeting Location- Twin Pond Road\, Lake Barrington \n\n\n\nContact Information: isabella@fotfp.org or mevans@citizensforconservation.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/warbler-and-wildflower-walk-4/
LOCATION:Farm Trails North\, 42°14'17.7"N 88°09'55.0"W\, Lake Barrington\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250515T180000
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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-2/
LOCATION:North Branch Xylem Seed Garden\, 6633 W Harts Road\, Niles\, IL\, 60714\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T090000
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SUMMARY:Trailblazers: Hiking the Ravines of Deer Grove West
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we hike and explore the ravines which define the interior of Deer Grove West! \n\n\n\nThe hike will follow the stream which created\, and still shape the ravine today. Deer Grove Lake and the Deer Grove Lake Dam will also be on the hike’s route. Architectural remnants from the work done by the Civilian Conservation Corp in the 1930’s\, along the hikes route will also be pointed out. \n\n\n\nDifficulty Level: This is a hike for those wishing to experience the adventure of getting off the beaten path. The primary surfaces for the hike are singletrack dirt trails adjacent to the streams within Deer Grove West. The single track trails have obstacles to be navigated such as: downed trees\, exposed roots\, rain run-offs\, stream crossings and short but steep up and downs. The trail surface and obstacles can be challenging. \n\n\n\nIf due to weather conditions the single track trails within the ravine are unusable\, we will still hike using crushed gravel trails within Deer Grove West. The crushed gravel trails will not display the ravines and the hike would then become a walk and talk \n\n\n\nDuration:The hike will be 2 hours in duration\, give or take\, and the distance hiked will be approximately 4 miles. \n\n\n\nParking / Meeting location: \n\n\n\nWe will meet by the picnic shelter at Grove 4 within Deer Grove West. The entrance road is on the west side of Quentin Rd\, north of DundeeRoad and south of Lake Cook Road. The entrance road is directly across from the Camp Reinberg campground on the east side of Quentin Rd.Once within the Preserve follow the signs to Grove 4. \n\n\n\nWhat to wear / bring:Water is not available at the Preserve. Be sure to bring your own water and enough to last the duration of the hike. Long pants\, notshorts\, should be worn. Hiking boots offering some water protection and sturdy enough for the obstacles detailed above are recommended. Expect your boots or shoes to get dirty\, possibly muddy.Optional equipment: trekking poles\, rucksack with personal equipment\, insect repellant \n\n\n\nMeet your volunteer guide: Tom is retired after a 30 plus year career in Information Technology. He’s an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys exploring the woods through day hikes\, snowshoeing\, trail running and alpine skiing. Tom especially enjoys and appreciates the beauty of each season within the preserves. \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-hiking-the-ravines-of-deer-grove-west/
LOCATION:Deer Grove West\, Deer Grove West\, Palatine\, Illinois\, 60074\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T110000
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SUMMARY:Trailblazers: Des Plaines River Relics Walk Saturday May 17th\, 9am-11am
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we admire the beauty of the Des Plaines River \n\n\n\nThe final three miles of the Des Plaines River Trail have more lost\, abandoned\, and mysterious artifacts than any other stretch of the trail; we’ll discuss what these are and how they fit into the modern history of this most urban of urban rivers. Along the way\, we’ll also talk about water quality\, habitat conditions in the Des Plaines watershed\, and flooding. \n\n\n\nDifficulty level \n\n\n\nModerate to fast pace. Easy 5-mile hike\, mostly flat trail; est. 1.5 to 2 hours. \n\n\n\nParking/Meeting location: \n\n\n\nSunset Bridge Meadow parking lot; North Ave. east of N 1st Ave River Grove\, IL \n\n\n\nMeet your volunteer guide: \n\n\n\nHobby hiker and nature lover\, Dan Witte built a fan site dedicated to the Des Plaines River: www.thedesplaines.com \n\n\n\nWhat to bring/wear: \n\n\n\nWater\, sunscreen\, weather-appropriate clothing (layers are recommended)\, and sturdy hiking boots/comfortable shoes. \n\n\n\nPhoto Credit: Dan WitteThis 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-des-plaines-river-relics-walk-saturday-may-17th-9am-11am/
LOCATION:Sunset Bridge Meadow\, Des Plaines River Trail\, River Grove\, Illinois\, 60171\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T120000
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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-2/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, M946+6JQ\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, 60827\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T150000
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SUMMARY:A Family PEACE Gathering:  Eggers Grove Nature Block Party!
DESCRIPTION:Nature-based peace circles for people of all ages & ethnicities to connect\, celebrate\, and build community through art\, wellness\, & play. \n\n\n\nGet ready to immerse yourself in the beauty of the natural world at Nature Block Party 2025! Join LOLK\, Friends of the Forest Preserves\, and other organizations and community members for a day of celebration and exploration as we honor the incredible diversity of the Chicago region. See the Sand Ridge Nature Center Facebook Event page for more exciting details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1166200504865647/.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/a-family-peace-gathering-eggers-grove-nature-block-party/
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:20250517T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250513T153953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T153954Z
UID:10000237-1747483200-1747486800@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/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center\, P8P9+9X\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60620\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250429T152546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T152547Z
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SUMMARY:Warbler and Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION: Join BGI at one of our upcoming Warbler and Wildflower Walk hikes! All are welcome and free to attend. We will be admiring and learning all about the incredible flora that is in bloom along with some bird watching. \n\n\n\nMeeting Location- S Highland Ave\, Barrington \n\n\n\nContact Information: isabella@fotfp.org or mevans@citizensforconservation.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/warbler-and-wildflower-walk-5/
LOCATION:Bakers Lake\, 42°08'41.5"N 88°07'38.9"W\, Barrington\, Illinois\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250317T162141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T192033Z
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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-4/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
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SUMMARY:Warbler and Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join BGI at one of our upcoming Warbler and Wildflower Walk hikes! All are welcome and free to attend. We will be admiring and learning all about the incredible flora that is in bloom along with some bird watching. \n\n\n\nMeeting Location- Beverly Lake Trail\, Hoffman Estates \n\n\n\nContact Information: isabella@fotfp.org or mevans@citizensforconservation.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/warbler-and-wildflower-walk-6/
LOCATION:Healy Savanna\, Beverly Lake\, Hoffman Estates\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250422T154525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T154525Z
UID:10000186-1747731600-1747738800@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-3/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, Kickapoo Woods\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250515T143509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T143509Z
UID:10000243-1747731600-1747742400@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-2/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, JC4M+8M5\, Calumet City\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250422T153212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T153212Z
UID:10000165-1747818000-1747825200@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-3/
LOCATION:Whistler Woods\, M946+6JQ\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, 60827\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250515T143742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T143742Z
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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! Join us and learn more here.
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-dan-ryan-woods-2/
LOCATION:Dan Ryan Woods\, P8HJ+FR\, Chicago\, Illinois\, 60643\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250521T154406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T154407Z
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SUMMARY:Potting-up Seedlings with Luke
DESCRIPTION:Join CFC seed technician Luke Dahlberg in potting up incredible native seedlings. These will one day be plugged into active restoration projects! \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- luke.dahlberg@citizensforconservation.org 
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/potting-up-seedlings-with-luke/
LOCATION:Barn 5 Hill N Dale\, 42°09'26.1"N 88°12'13.8"W\, Barrington Hills\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250521T154600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T154600Z
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Craftsbury Preserve
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Garlic Mustard Search-and-Pull Adventure! Help protect our woodlands by removing invasive garlic mustard while enjoying the spring beauty of the preserve. If conditions are right\, we may also collect and scatter seeds from spring ephemerals as they begin to ripen—supporting the next generation of native wildflowers! \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: mevans@citizensforconservation.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-craftsbury-preserve/
LOCATION:19th Street\, Barrington\, 42°10'20.6"N 88°09'28.9"W\, Barrington\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250522T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250429T153240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T153240Z
UID:10000219-1747915200-1747922400@fotfp.org
SUMMARY: Sketch and Stroll / Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Join BGI at our upcoming Sketch and Stroll 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. \n\n\n\nMeeting Location- S Highland Ave\, Barrington \n\n\n\nContact Information: isabella@fotfp.org or mevans@citizensforconservation.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/sketch-and-stroll-nature-journaling/
LOCATION:Bakers Lake\, 42°08'41.5"N 88°07'38.9"W\, Barrington\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250521T154815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T154815Z
UID:10000250-1748077200-1748091600@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Flint Creek Savanna
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Garlic Mustard Search-and-Pull Adventure! Help protect our woodlands by removing invasive garlic mustard while enjoying the spring beauty of the preserve. If conditions are right\, we may also collect and scatter seeds from spring ephemerals as they begin to ripen—supporting the next generation of native wildflowers! \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: mevans@citizensforconservation.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-flint-creek-savanna-2/
LOCATION:Flint Creek Savanna – CFC Farmhouse Parking Lot\, 5RRH+X3V\, Lake Barrington\, IL\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250317T162741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T192025Z
UID:10000132-1748080800-1748091600@fotfp.org
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-6/
CATEGORIES:Events,Plants and Animals,Restoration,Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250515T143924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T143924Z
UID:10000245-1748080800-1748091600@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days- Kickapoo Woods and Prairie
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-and-prairie-2/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods & Priarie\, J9J3+GP\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250524T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250429T153438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T153438Z
UID:10000220-1748088000-1748095200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Warbler and Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join BGI at one of our upcoming Warbler and Wildflower Walk hikes! All are welcome and free to attend. We will be admiring and learning all about the incredible flora that is in bloom along with some bird watching. \n\n\n\nMeeting Location- Oak Knoll Road\, Barrington Hills \n\n\n\nContact Information: isabella@fotfp.org or mevans@citizensforconservation.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/warbler-and-wildflower-walk-7/
LOCATION:Grigsby\, 42°09'53.7"N 88°11'01.5"W\, Barrington Hills\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250521T154931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T154931Z
UID:10000251-1748167200-1748174400@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Days - Oak Bluff
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Garlic Mustard Search-and-Pull Adventure! Help protect our woodlands by removing invasive garlic mustard while enjoying the spring beauty of the preserve. If conditions are right\, we may also collect and scatter seeds from spring ephemerals as they begin to ripen—supporting the next generation of native wildflowers! \n\n\n\nRegistration Link- https://www.givepulse.com/event/414183-spring-creek-stewardship-volunteer-days  \n\n\n\nContact Information- isabella@fotfp.org or Ken DeMuth 312-316-5216
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-days-oak-bluff/
LOCATION:Penny Road Pond\, 3QXV+83H\, Barrington Hills\, IL\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250429T201220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T201220Z
UID:10000224-1748167200-1748176200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Deer Grove Spring Flower Hike Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Woodland ephemeral flowers (Spring flowers) are blooming at Deer Grove West. They only bloom in the Spring when the trees’ leaves have not shaded the ground. These beautiful little flowers put on a very colorful show that fades as the trees begin to fill in with leaves. Spring is the time to see this unique flower show at the nation’s very first forest preserve\, Deer Grove. \n\n\n\nDifficulty level: Our hike will be on paved trails and single-track dirt paths. There are a few hills but no difficult terrain. The pace will be leisurely with time spent observing the flowers and other features of the preserve. Tree roots can be trip hazards and they will be present as we hike through the woods. Hikers should use caution and be aware of trip hazards as they occur. \n\n\n\nParking/Meeting location: Meet at Deer Grove West Grove 5. Enter off of Quentin Road and at the fork in the road just after entering\, stay to the right. Grove 5 is the last grove. Our group will meet at the volunteer kiosk near the first parking spaces in Grove 5. \n\n\n\nMeet your volunteer guide: Steve has been a volunteer at Deer Grove since 2009 and a workday leader since 2021. Steve is an avid hiker\, cyclist\, and camper. He spends much of his free time hiking and cycling in Cook and Lake County forest preserves\, but his favorite preserve of all is Deer Grove. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring/wear: Dress for the weather and bring water. Wear good sturdy shoes/boots. \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/deer-grove-spring-flower-hike-sunday/
LOCATION:Deer Grove West\, Deer Grove West\, Palatine\, Illinois\, 60074\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250525T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250429T153643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T155040Z
UID:10000221-1748178000-1748185200@fotfp.org
SUMMARY:Leadership Resources Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join BGI at our upcoming Leadership Class! All are welcome and free to attend. We will be sharing 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\nContact Information: isabella@fotfp.org or mevans@citizensforconservation.org
URL:https://fotfp.org/event/leadership-class/
LOCATION:Hill N Dale\, 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:20250527T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T110000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250422T154551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T154552Z
UID:10000187-1748336400-1748343600@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-4/
LOCATION:Kickapoo Woods\, Kickapoo Woods\, Riverdale\, Illinois\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250527T120000
DTSTAMP:20260415T192804
CREATED:20250515T144049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T144049Z
UID:10000246-1748336400-1748347200@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-3/
LOCATION:Sand Ridge Nature Center\, JC4M+8M5\, Calumet City\, Illinois\, United States
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