Forest Preserves of Cook County 2019 Summer Brochure

Makin’ Music Bluegrass Jam Make a simple musical instrument with us, or bring your own guitar, ddle, etc.! All are welcome to joint the jam or just listen. Sundays, June 9, July 14, Aug 11 • 1 pm Nature Tots* Explore nature and nature play with your tot. Ages 2–5 w/adult. Wednesdays, June 12, July 24, Aug 7•10 am Summer Nature Hikes Join a naturalist on a hike to see what’s going on in nature along our trails. All ages. Saturdays, June 29, July 20, Aug 17•1:30 pm Trailside Animal Connections Join us to learn about and take an up-close look at one of our display animals. All ages. Tuesdays, 1 pm )o[ July 30 +awN Aug 20 738 atcher Ave, River Forest, 708-366-6530 Building: 9 am–5 pm, closed Fridays, Grounds: 8 am–5 pm daily, Free Admission “Wildlife Families” Photo Exhibit Enjoy the wildlife photos of our featured artist, Wyndie Giles, on display through August. Join us for a “Meet the Artist” reception, Sunday, June 2 from 12:30–2:30 pm. Kayak the Pond* Learn to kayak on Trailside’s pond. Materials and instruction provided. $5/person or $10/family. Please sign up for one session only. No groups. Wednesdays, June 5, July 17, Aug 14 2 pm & 6 pm Nature Story Times Enjoy nature-inspired stories followed by a craft and snack. Children ages 3–6 w/adult. Thursdays, June 6 & 20, July 18, Aug 1 & 15 10:30 am “Bone” Appetit Join us during feeding time to learn about Trailside’s outdoor resident animals. Saturdays, June 8 through Aug 31 • 11 am THROUGHOUT the SUMMER 24