Autumn brings a new type of calm, peace, and spirituality. We will use a combination of nature meditations, silence, and observation to enhance our senses to find hope within changing seasons. During this walk, we will: Find calm in the autumn multi-colors and mirror-like lake reflections of this beautiful preserve. Stop for observations and silent […]
Update October 20: The 6th Annual Beer in the Woods was a smashing success! Nearly 1,400 people were in attendance, helping to raise over $60,000 to promote, protect, and care for our forest preserves. Thank you to all our attendees, sponsors, participating breweries, nature partners, and volunteers. This event takes a village! Update September 21: […]
Experience the Flora and Fauna of the Forest during Fall Migration on a Bird Walk! Naturalists and birders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to join this walk through LaBagh Woods. This forest preserve is great for both migrating and year-round bird species, including warblers, woodpeckers, waterfowl, herons, raptors, and more. Difficulty level: […]
Please join us as we explore the various birds in Thatcher Woods, visit the raptor rescue exhibit, and discover other wildlife in this suburban forest preserve. During the walk we’ll cover the following topics, among others: Enjoy a casual walk in the woods on a cement-paved path encircling the pond and the red-marked primitive trail […]
Experience the Flora and Fauna of the Forest during Fall Migration on a Bird Walk! Naturalists and birders of all ages and experience levels are welcome to join this walk through LaBagh Woods. This forest preserve is great for both migrating and year-round bird species, including warblers, woodpeckers, waterfowl, herons, raptors, and more. Difficulty level: […]
We will be at Eggers Grove to enjoy a few hours of reflection, meditation, and inner work. Our day will start with a yoga session conducted by Donisha Reed, of Wealthy Living Coaching and Consulting, LLC. We will then take a small break to share some healthy refreshments. After our break, Cassandra from Light of […]
History of the WW2 POW Camps Learn about the housing of German Prisoners of War and other interesting facts surrounding the three forest preserves within Cook County. Vintage aerial maps and photos of the camps and preserves will help you visualize what these areas were like during that time. Afterward, we will take a walk […]
Get some exercise and meet some new people while viewing the beautiful Skokie Lagoons. Taking in the fresh air and seeing the gorgeous woods are great ways to spend an afternoon. The walk will highlight the following: Waterfowl that inhabit the area Fitness and socialization Difficulty level: Intermediate due to the endurance required to complete the […]
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 wetlands that support rare plants and wildlife, including the only “calcareous seep” on the North Branch preserves. This seep environment is fed by cool groundwater […]
Let’s have some fun, get exercise, and enjoy nature! This is a social hike where we can chat about the routine, the mundane, or some of the most unusual or funny things you have ever done, seen, or heard about! Could be something funny that happened at your kid’s school or at the office. Maybe […]
This site protects a large area of one of the rarest plant communities in Illinois, known as a Northern Flatwoods. Flatwoods are found where a dense layer of clay lies near the surface of the soil. This clay prevents rain from draining in the spring, although flatwoods can become very dry in the summer. Plants […]
Lake Avenue Woods East Forest Preserve - Calming Wellness Walk A relaxed walk with historical interest and immense trees. We will find calming techniques, increase sensory awareness, and learn about the power of nature on our health. Challenge Level: Easy- Duration is 1.5 hours, relaxed pace Parking/Meeting location: Park in the very last lot at […]
