Forest Preserves of Cook County 2020 Spring Brochure

THROUGHOUT the SPRING Explore Nature Play Build forts and climb a spider web as you explore Crabtree’s 3-acre nature play area. Open Every Day Wee Wanderer Wednesdays Children ages 2–6 w/caregiver.Tickets available on rst-come, rst-serve basis starting at 9:30am. Donations welcomed. Wednesdays, Mar 4 & 18, Apr 1 & 15, May 13 • 10 am Setting Sun Photo Meet-Up* Enjoy an after-hours hike for photographers of all levels. Teens and Adults. Friday, May 15 • 7:30 pm MARCH Burning Questions Learn how prescribed res help manage ecosystems, with demonstrations. Sunday, Mar 1 • 1 pm Radio Telemetry Learn about radio telemetry, how and why it’s used to track animals, and try your hand at using our equipment. Saturday, Mar 7•1 pm Crane Moon Learn about Crabtree’s largest nesting bird, its migratory journey, and its cousins around the world. Sunday, Mar 8 • 1 pm Celebrate the Forest Preserves of Cook County while learning about the behind-the-scenes work. Climb a tree, touch a sh, check out the restoration equipment, pitch a tent, try archery and lots more. Sunday, May 31 • Noon–4 pm Explore the Forest EVENING PROGRAMS Woodcock Walk* Short intro inside, then a walk to observe the male woodcock dance. Ages 7 & up. Friday, Mar 20 • 6:30 pm Saturday, Apr 4 • 7 pm Eerie Artwork* Follow along to create a Friday the 13th inspired nature painting. Ages 16 and up. Friday, Mar 13 • 7 pm Frog Calls* Learn about frogs and why they call. Then go on a hike to identify different species. Fridays, Apr 24 & May 8 • 7:30 pm Bird Walks Join the Crabtree staff to look for spring migrants. Meet in the parking lot. Thursdays, Apr 16 & May 7; Saturday, May 9 • 8 am 3 Stover Road, Barrington Hills, 847-381-6592 Building: 9 am–4:45 pm, closed Fridays, Grounds: 8 am–5 pm daily* *Building & grounds close at 4 pm in February 16