Forest Preserves of Cook County 2020 Spring Brochure

NORTH fpdcc.com EXPLORE MORE PAGES 4–11 • Chicago Spring Eco Hike* Celebrate spring with a hike to learn about the ecological history, restoration efforts, and blossoming vegetation at LaBagh Woods. Saturday, Mar 28 • 9:30 am LaBagh Woods–Grove 1, N Cicero Ave, north of W Foster Ave, Chicago Woodworking with Invasives* Come out and build with invasive species! All equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Saturday, Apr 4 • 10 am–Noon Caldwell Woods–W Devon Ave & N Nagle Ave, Chicago Sunrise Coffee and Canoe Cruise Enjoy coffee and canoeing while taking in the sunrise and local wildlife. Coffee provided by The Coffee & Tea Exchange. Ages 18 & up. Equipment provided. Wednesday, Apr 15 • 6:30–8 am Tower Road Boat Launch–Tower Rd, west of Forestway Dr, Northfiel Earth Day Celebration with the BackYard Nature Center Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day with an afternoon of service, learning and fun. Activities include restoration, a shing clinic, nature hikes, pop-up nature play and more. Saturday, Apr 25 • 12:30–3 pm Erickson Woods–Willow Rd, east of I-94/Edens Expy, Winnetka Ralph Frese Memorial Paddle Celebrate the legacy of canoe legend Ralph Frese by paddling the Chicago River. Free shuttle runs 8 am–2 pm from Linne Woods to Willow Road Dam. Must bring personal boats and otation devices. Saturday, May 2 • 8 am Check-in; 9 am Launch; Rain date: Sunday, May 3 Willow Rd Dam, Willow Rd & N Forestway Dr, Winnetka World Migratory Bird Day Celebration Watch scientists band and release birds migrating from Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. Enjoy crafts, snacks, bird walks and more. Saturday, May 9 • 9–11:30 am LaBagh Woods–Grove 1, Cicero just north of Foster, Chicago Wellness in the Woods: Mindfulness Walk* Treat yourself to a peaceful walking experience in the woods to reduce stress and help live in an embodied, inspirited way. Led by UIE Master Naturalist Roberta Jannsen. Saturday, May 16 • 10 am Caldwell Woods–W Devon Ave & N Nagle Ave, Chicago Des Plaines Canoe and Kayak Marathon* Join the second oldest continual canoe race in the United States! Race begins at Oak Springs Road in Libertyville and ends at Dam #2. Free for spectators. Activities at Dam #2 begin at 11 am. Register at canoemarathon.com . Sunday, May 17 • Race starts 8 am Dam #2–906 River Rd, Mount Prospect *Registration required. Please call 708-386-4042, ext 26. to register or for information on any Northwest program. 19