Forest Preserves of Cook County 2019 Spring Brochure

Environmental Learning Center 12545 W 111th St, Lemont, 630-257-2045 Building: 9 am–4pm, Grounds: 8 am–4 pm daily MARCH Ornithology 101: Waterfowl* This indoor presentation features tips to make waterfowl identi cation easier. Learn eld marks to watch for and how to use a spotting scope. Ages 14 & up. Saturday, Mar 16 • 1 pm Sagawau Science: Out in the Field Understand a naturalist by joining their excursion. Use your power of observation to identify ecological connections. Sunday, Mar 17 • 1 pm Vernal Pool Dip Net* Sample temporary wetlands with a dip net. Wear your rubber boots. Dress for the weather. Ages 14 & up. Sunday, Mar 24 • 1 pm Ski program ends Monday, Mar 4 Spring Hike* Get out and enjoy nature on an early spring hike led by a naturalist. Tuesday, Mar 26 • 10 am Drop-in Citizen Science Do you love science? Are you a student who needs a spring break project? Collect data for two drop-in citizen science projects: Project Squirrel and Project Feeder Watch. Thursday, Mar 28 • 10 am Signs of Spring Hike Enjoy a relaxed hike through the woods while listening to birds and looking for early blooming wild owers . Saturday, Mar 30 • 1 pm THROUGHOUT the SPRING Canyon Tours* Sagawau Canyon highlights the geology of NE Illinois. Hike is over rough terrain; wading through a stream is necessary. Registration required, starts the Monday prior to the program date. Saturday, Apr 6; Sunday, May 19 • 10 am Waterfowl Watch* Peer through a spotting scope and watch for migratory waterfowl. Participants will meet at McGinnis Slough. Ages 14 & up. Saturday, Mar 23; Wednesday, Apr 3 • 10 am Restoration Workday* Enjoy the fresh air and put your muscles to work as you help restore habitat. Gloves and tools available for loan. Sunday, Mar 31; Saturday, Apr 13 • 9:30–11:30 am Sagawau Bird Hikes Hike with a naturalist! Learn to identify birds by eld marks, behavior, sound and habitat. Binoculars available for loan. Fridays, Apr 26, May 3 & 10; Sundays, Apr 7, 14 & 21; Saturdays, May 18 & 25 • 8:30 am 32