Forest Preserves of Cook County 2022 Fall Brochure

*Registration required at least 2 days in advance of the events marked with asterisk. 708-366-6530 CENTRAL TRAILSIDE fpdcc.com Halloween Hoot 'n Howl In partnership with the River Forest Public Library and the River Forest Park District, join us for an evening of slightly spooky family fun featuring live music, pumpkin painting, native animals, marshmallows around a camp re and more. Free. Friday, Oct 7• 5–7:30 pm Thatcher Woods 8030 Chicago Ave, River Forest Bird Painting Step-by-Step: Ruby-throated Hummingbird* Sketch and paint a ruby-throated hummingbird. For beginners and experienced artists. Materials provided. $5/person. Friday, Sept 23 • Noon–2:45 pm OCTOBER Batty about Bats* Learn all about our native bats and their interesting behavior. Ages 10 & up. Saturday, Oct 1 • 1:30 pm Skins and Skulls* Just how much larger is a wolf compared to a coyote? Learn about the unique characteristics of our local wildlife. Ages 12 & up. Saturday Oct 15 • 1:30 pm Introduction to Lichens* Learn about the fascinating life of lichens! Program will consist of a talk, followed by a short walk. Ages 18 & up. Saturday, Oct 22 • 1:30 pm NOVEMBER Photo Scavenger Hunt* Challenge yourself to nd and photograph all the autumn items on our provided list. Afterwards, relax by a camp re and show off your best photos! Saturday, Nov 5 • 1:30 pm Prairie Seed Collection Workday* Join staff for an afternoon of plant identi cation and seed collecting in a nearby prairie. Ages 18 & up. Saturday, Nov 12 • 1:30 pm Animal Anatomy and Adaptations* Explore the adaptations that help animals thrive in the wild. Ages 10 & up. Saturday, Nov 19 • 1:30 pm Annual Turkey Trot Hike* Walk off that extra helping of turkey and stuf ng on this annual post-holiday hike. Family program. Friday, Nov 25 • 1:30 pm Conservation@Home: Feed the Birds* Learn about the best bird foods, feeders and landscape elements to bene t our resident winter birds. You will even make a simple bird feeder to take home! Sunday, Nov 27 • 11 am 25