Forest Preserves of Cook County 2022 Fall Brochure

THROUGHOUT the SEASON What’s On The Menu? Join us at feeding time to learn about our ambassador animals and their habits. Saturdays and Sundays • 3 pm Wildlife Connections Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia-Heart of Mercy. Tuesdays • 10 am–Noon Animal Encounters Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our animals. Sunday & Monday, Sept 4 & 5; Sundays, Oct 2, Nov 27 • 1:30 pm 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, 847-824-8360 Building: 9 am–5 pm, closed Fridays. Grounds: 8 am–5 pm daily Starting November 1, building and grounds close at 4 pm. Free Admission FALL FESTIVAL Celebrate the season with a special day of autumn fun. Storytelling, beekeeping demonstrations, animal encounters, pumpkin painting, honey sales, activities and more! Admission is free; there may be small fees for some activities and food. Sunday, Oct 16 • 10 am–3 pm There will be event parking at a nearby location and free shuttles throughout the event. More info: 847-824-8360. Small Serendipity Nature stories, crafts and activities. Children ages 3–6 w/adult. Wednesdays, Sept 7, 21; Oct 26; Nov 9 & 23 • 10 am Volunteer Workdays* Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 10 & up; children under 15 w/adult. Saturdays, Sept 10, Nov 12 • 10 am–Noon SEPTEMBER The Unburied Treasure Hunt Pick up a treasure map at our welcome tent then decode the clues onsite to nd the un-buried treasure. Sunday, Sept 11 • 11 am–2 pm 18