Forest Preserves of Cook County 2019 Spring Brochure

THROUGHOUT the SPRING Afternoons with Mother Nature* Explore and learn through nature play. Children ages 3 & 4 w/adult. $20/March; $20/April; $20/May–Fee is for 1 child and 1 adult. Wednesdays, Mar 6 & 20, Apr 10 & 24, May 8 & 22 • 12:30–2:30 pm S.E.N.I.O.R.S.* Nature will inspire a different activity for seniors each week. Thursdays, Mar 14, Apr 11, May 9 • 10 am R.I.P. Stewardship Workday Assist us with Removing Invasive Plants. Ages 10 & up. Children under 15 w/adult. No registration required Saturdays, Mar 9; Apr 13; May 11 10 am–Noon Friday Night Frogs* Join us as we listen for the frogs calling tonight. Adults & children 10 & up. Friday, April 19 • 7:30–9:45 pm (Full Moon) Friday, May 24 • 8:15–10:30 pm Night Sky Programs Peek at the universe through telescopes; guided by the Chicago Astronomical Society. No registration required. Beginning Astronomy-Develop Your New Hobby Saturday, April 27 • 7:30–10:30 pm Viewing the Night Sky with Binoculars Saturday, May 18 • 7:30–10:30 pm Nature’s Choice Join a naturalist as we discuss a seasonal occurrence in nature. No registration required. Sundays, Mar 10, Apr 14 • 1:30 pm Morning Bird Walks Take a relaxed stroll observing birds in various habitats. Limited binoculars for loan. No registration required. Saturdays, Apr 27, May 11 & 18 • 7–8:30 am Yoga in the Woods* Join us for a short hike before practicing yoga. Bring your own mat or beach towel. Ages 18 & up. Sundays, Mar 3, Apr 7, May 19•10–11:15 am 9800 Willow Springs Rd,WillowSprings,708-839-6897 Building: 9 am–5 pm, closed Fridays, Grounds: 8 am–5 pm daily* *Building & grounds close at 4 pm in February In addition to scheduled events, come to Little Red Schoolhouse to talk with our naturalists, see live animals and exhibits, and visit the children’s activity room. 30