Forest Preserves of Cook County 2019 Summer Brochure

JUNE Shinrin Yoku: Forest Bath* Stimulate your mind, body and spirit as we immerse ourselves among the trees and awaken our senses to the sights, smells and sounds of nature. Ages 18 & up. Saturday, June 1 • 10 am Conservation @ Home: The Down and Dirty: Building Better Soils* University of Illinois Extension staff and volunteers will explore the soil science for native, ornamental plantings. Saturday, June 15 • 10 am Summer Fungi* Join us for a hike through Willow Springs Woods as we investigate the fungi inhabiting this mixed woodland. Meet at Willow Springs Woods. Ages 18 & up. Saturday, June 22 • 10:30 am Pollinator Party* Take a short hike to nd pollinators then plant your own pollinator friendly ower as we celebrate National Pollinator Week. All ages. Sunday, June 23 • 1:30 pm Serenade of the Frogs* We will listen and identify the mating calls of our resident frogs tonight. Adults and children ages 10 & up. Saturday, June 29 • 8:30–10:45 pm A SOUTHWEST LITTLE RED SCHOOLHOUSE *All programs require registration at least two days prior unless otherwise noted. 708-839-6897 or stop by in person to register. JULY Turtles on the Move* Learn about the movement patterns and nesting habits of turtles. Ages 10 & up. Saturday, July 6 • 1:30 pm Marvelous Bats * Let’s discuss and search for our native ying mammals. Ages 10 & up. Friday, July 12 • 7:30–9 pm Our Country School* Join us for a 1.75-mile hike to the original schoolhouse site and follow the journey from schoolhouse to nature center. Ages 7 & up. Saturday, July 20 • 1:30 pm AUGUST Pond Dip* Join us as we investigate the macro- invertebrates that live in our farm pond. Ages 7 & up. Saturday, Aug 3 • 10:30 am Paddling under the Planets* Enjoy a summer twilight paddle on our slough while enjoying a peek at the heavens. Tandem canoes provided. Ages 18 & up. Friday, Aug 16 • 7–9 pm Ophidiophobia* Overcome your fear of snakes by learning more about these fascinating reptiles. Saturday, Aug 31 • 1:30 pm fpdcc.com 29