Forest Preserves of Cook County 2019 Winter Brochure

A CENTRAL EXPLORE MORE PAGES 4–12 fpdcc.com • Chicago Hike the Des Plaines Join us on a casual-paced walk along the Des Plaines Trail. We’ll hike roughly 2 miles on this non-looped trail. Saturday, Dec 21 • 11 am Evans Field–W Bloomingdale Ave & Thatcher Ave, River Grove Winter Break-Out Adventure Come out for fun and adventure during winter break. Snowshoeing (conditions permitting), hikes and more. Free. Monday, Dec 23 • 11 am–2 pm Thatcher Woods Pavilion–Chicago Ave, west of Thatcher Ave, River Forest All About Fire Learn safe practices for fire building and containment, then make your own fire and roast a marshmallow. All ages. Saturday, Jan 11 • 1–3 pm Thatcher Woods Pavilion Chicago Ave, west of Thatcher Ave, River Forest Winter Photoshoot* We’ll hike around Thatcher Woods and down to the Des Plaines River for some magical winter photography. Thursday, Jan 16 • 8–10 am Thatcher Woods Pavilion–Chicago Ave, west of Thatcher Ave, River Forest Winter Exploration Day Learn to navigate using new-found orienteering skills, make a craft using natural materials, track animals and learn photography skills. In partnership with the Twin Lakes District Cub Scouts. Boys and girls from 1st-5th grades may sign up to join Scouting onsite. Saturday, Feb 8 • Noon–3 pm Thatcher Woods Pavilion Chicago Ave, west of Thatcher Ave, River Forest *Registration required. To register or for information on any Central Zone programs please call 312-533-5751. Central Zone 23