Forest Preserves of Cook County 2019 Winter Brochure

A fpdcc.com EXPLORE MORE PAGES 4–12 Stairs, Stories & S’mores Stair climbing. Storytelling. Sledding. Snowshoeing. S’more making. All your favorite winter activities in one place! Saturday, Dec 14 • Noon–3 pm Swallow Cliff-North–Calumet Sag Rd, west of La Grange Rd, Palos Hills Cold Weather Crafting Enjoy a cozy winter morning inside with hot beverages and listening to the crackle of a fire while creating nature-themed art. Saturday, Feb 1 • 10 am–12:30 pm Swallow Cliff-North Pavilion Calumet Sag Rd, west of La Grange Rd, Palos Hills *Registration required. To register or for information please call 708-386-4042. Southwest Zone relationships with local community partners like We Keep You Rollin’. We’re seeking partnership proposals from community members and organizations for activities, events and programs in the Preserves that educate and encourage the public to become regular visitors and advocates of the Forest Preserves. That could be leading a tour, holding a sing-along, bringing out toddlers or teens, a presentation on local history—or whatever you think your community would enjoy. Forest Preserves programs typically focus on nature education, outdoor recreation, or cultural and seasonal celebrations. But we will consider any proposal that emphasizes the health benefits of nature for people and communities, engages newand diverse visitors from all walks of life, or celebrates the natural and cultural treasures of the Forest Preserves and surrounding communities. In addition to providing space or a location for your proposed event or program, the Forest Preserves will consider requests that include an ask for staff support and up to $5,000 in funding. Help connect your community to their forest preserves by sharing your ideas—or sharing this article with members of your community. Apply now! Visit fpdcc.com/program to learn more and submit a pre-proposal application with your event or program idea. Questions? Contact experience.nature @ cookcountyil.gov. • Chicago 27 SOUTHWEST