Trailblazers Walk: Red Gate Woods

Please join us as we present a short history and discussion of Site A, Plot M at Red Gate Woods. Your guide will encourage discussion on the use of nuclear […]

Trailblazers Walk: Swallow Cliff Woods

The Yellow Trail - the trail we will be primarily walking - was rated the best trail in Illinois by Backpacker Magazine. The trails are in great shape and currently […]

Family Yoga at Whistler Woods

Join this introductory yoga class with DuShaun Branch, of Sage Gawd Collective, created for all students, regardless of yoga experience. This class will be held outdoors at Whistler Woods Forest […]

Paint and Sip at Whistler Woods

Get in touch with your creative side at Paint and Sip! Enjoy a cold beverage and snacks as we create summer-inspired masterpieces at Whistler Woods. All supplies will be provided. […]

Forest Bathing at Eggers Grove

Please join us for a therapeutic and immersive experience as we bathe our senses in nature with Jessica Rodriguez of Reciprocal Forest Bathing.  Forest Bathing is a research-based practice used […]

Bunker Hill North Flatwoods Volunteer Workday

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 […]

Trailblazers Walk: Forest Bathing at Bunker Hill

Escape the stresses of urban and suburban life for a couple of hours at Bunker Hill Forest Preserve. Experience the beauty and peace of nature with all your senses in […]

Trailblazers Walk: Cranberry Slough Nature Preserve

Please join us as we explore the ecology of the Cranberry Slough Nature Preserve. We will discuss ecological restoration and how it has positively impacted this beautiful site!  The majority […]

Blue Star Woods Volunteer Workday

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 […]

Trailblazers Walk: Brezina Woods

Please join us as we explore the Salt Creek Trail from Brezina Woods to Maple Avenue. We'll enjoy the flora and fauna of this area. The river is a migratory […]

Trailblazers Walk: Busse Woods Deep Forest Hike

Did you know there is a herd of Elk in Elk Grove Village?  On this hike, we’ll walk the exterior of the pasture and have an opportunity to get photos.  […]

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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 […]