Forest Preserves of Cook County 2020 Spring Brochure

*Registration required at least two days in advance of the events marked with asterisk. 708-366-6530 CENTRAL TRAILSIDE fpdcc.com MAY Migration Walk Enjoy a spring walk that will focus on identifying birds and the phenomenon of migration. Led by John Elliott of Chicago Audubon. Sunday, May 3 • 7 am “The Big Sit” Birdwatching Stop and sit a while as we see how many birds we can spot or hear without leaving a 17-foot circle. Binoculars and guidance provided. Saturday, May 9 • 8 am–Noon Spring Fungi Hike* Join a naturalist as we hike the trails of Thatcher Woods to investigate the various fungi present. No collecting. Ages 18 & up. Saturday, May 30 • 1:30 pm Bike in the Preserves Get your bike ready for spring with tips from Barnard’s Schwinn and information and maps on many Forest Preserves trails. Saturday, Mar 21 • 1 pm Woodcock Walk* Join the Chicago Audubon Society at Wolf Road Prairie to witness the dramatic spring courtship ights of the woodcock. Friday, Mar 27 • 7:15 pm Linoleum Block Print Workshop* Enjoy the easy and creative art of carving and printing linoleum block prints of a plant or animal. Instruction, materials provided. Adults and children 9 & up. Saturday, Mar 28 • 1 pm APRIL Trailside and Vicinity History Walk* Stroll through history on a cooperative walk with the Historical Society of Oak Park & River Forest. Register at oprfmusrum.org. Fee involved. Saturday, Apr 11 • 1 pm Conservation@Home: Natural Lawn This workshop will focus on environmentally friendly lawn care practices for your home. Presented by the UI Extension Master Gardeners. Saturday, Apr 18 • 10 am–Noon Paint a Wildlife Friend Workshop* Paint an 11x14 canvas, pre-sketched with a forest animal. No experience necessary. Led by artist Carol Foster. $10/person. Register by Apr 3. Sunday, Apr 19 • 1 pm Picture Spring* Ready to try photography with a “real” camera with interchangeable lenses? We provide the cameras and lenses, you provide the enthusiasm and creativity! Adults and teens. Sunday, Apr 26 • 11 am 27