Forest Preserves of Cook County 2019 Fall Brochure

A SOUTHWEST SAGAWAU *Registration required for events with asterisk. 630-257-2045 Fall Prairie Sketch* Learn techniques to sketch a scene of the early fall grasses and blooms of the prairie. Ages 12 & up. Sunday, Sept 29 • 1 pm OCTOBER Fall Color Palette* Enjoy an afternoon sitting outside painting a fall color scene. Ages 12 & up. Saturday, Oct 19 • 1 pm Fall Color Walk Enjoy a naturalist-led hike to take in the reds and golds of autumn. Sunday, Oct 20 • 1 pm Red Gate Woods: Beginning of the Atomic Age* What happened in a southwestern forest preserve that changed the world? Meet at Sagawau for a presentation, then drive to Red Gate Woods and hike to the site of the world’s rst nuclear reactor. Ages 16 & up. Sunday, Oct 27 • 9 am–1 pm NOVEMBER Lichen Lab* Lichens are fascinating organisms. Learn, look and identify using laboratory techniques and eld observations. Ages 18 & up. Saturday, Nov 2 • 1 pm Nature Sketching: Insects* Learn how to incorporate butter ies, dragon ies and more into your illustration. Ages 12 & up. Sunday, Nov 3 • 1 pm Conservation@Home: Composting for a Sustainable Lifestyle* U of I staff and volunteers will lead this compost workshop. Learn ways to enhance your soil by recycling yard waste and food scraps. Saturday, Nov 9 • 10 am–Noon Fossil Quarry Tour* Go on a tour of Sagawau’s Fossil Reserve Quarry to see life from over 400 million years ago. Moderate 1-mile hike. Sunday, Nov 17 • 10 am Winter Bird Feeding Be prepared for winter backyard bird feeding with help from the experts at Wild Birds Unlimited. Come with all your questions! Sunday, Nov 24 • 1 pm Fall Hike Enjoy a naturalist-led hike in the crisp fall air. Saturday, Nov 30 • 1 pm Photo by Kris DaPra fpdcc.com 31