Watersmeet Woods Volunteer Workday
The Skokie River and Middle Fork of the Chicago River come together to give Watersmeet Woods its name. But Watersmeet is also a wet place with numerous special types of […]
The Skokie River and Middle Fork of the Chicago River come together to give Watersmeet Woods its name. But Watersmeet is also a wet place with numerous special types of […]
Whistler Woods contains oaks up to 300 years old, but invasive brush prevents their acorns from sprouting. Come join a volunteer group that will cut back the invasives and improve […]
Celebrate Chicago River Day at Watersmeet Woods! The Skokie River and Middle Fork of the Chicago River come together to give Watersmeet Woods its name. But Watersmeet is also a […]
Spend Chicago River Day at Bunker Hill North Flatwoods! This site protects a large area of one of the rarest plant communities in Illinois, known as a Northern Flatwoods. Flatwoods […]
Celebrate Chicago River Day at Blue Star Woods! Help restore habitat for plants and wildlife at this historic forest preserve. Blue Star Woods was once the site of a Civilian […]
Start your day in an active way as we walk the one-mile loop at Kickapoo Woods and discuss different topics related to the site - or life! We will walk […]
Join Friends of the Forest Preserves and University of Illinois Extension for yoga at Kickapoo Woods. All levels and ages welcome, no experience necessary. Learn how to use yoga props […]
Help us remove woody invasive species! They deplete the health of the soil, don’t allow native plants to grow and thrive, and severely affect the health of the ecosystem they […]
Start your day in an active way! Join us for a 2 mile walking workout and stretching experience. The hike will be roughly 45 minutes and will include 15 minutes […]
Please join Friends of the Forest Preserves and University of Illinois Extension for yoga at Whistler Woods. All levels and ages welcome, no experience necessary. Learn how to use yoga […]
View the winning photos from our 2022 Photo Contest up close and personal, hung professionally on the gallery walls at McCord Gallery and Cultural Center in Palos Park. Then enjoy […]
Whistler Woods contains oaks up to 300 years old, but invasive brush prevents their acorns from sprouting. Come join a volunteer group that will cut back the invasives and improve […]