Forest Preserves of Cook County 2022 Fall Brochure

Seasonal Pop Up -Drop In Pop on over for a naturalist-led outdoor activity. Mother Nature will choose what’s in store for visitors of all ages. No registration required. Sundays, Sept 25 (Spanish), Oct 23 (Polish), Nov 27 • 1:30 pm SEPTEMBER Discovering Spiders Let’s search, identify and learn about the amazing adaptations of these arachnids. Sunday, Sep 18 • 1:30–3 pm Autumn Equinox Hike Celebrate the start of fall with a guided hike to celebrate the equinox. Ages 9 & up. Thursday, Sept 22 • 6:30 pm Campfire Stories Enjoy a fun, interactive evening of storytelling by the re with camp re treats. Bring a reusable mug. Friday, Sept 23 • 6:30 pm 9800 Willow Springs Rd,WillowSprings,708-839-6897 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 THROUGHOUT the SEASON I am a Scientist Ignite your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity as we explore, experiment and make discoveries. Ages 4–5 w/adult. Wednesdays, Sept 7, Oct 5, Nov 2 • 10 am R.I.P. Stewardship* Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Tools, gloves and a snack provided. Closed-toed shoes & long pants encouraged. Ages 18+ or 17 years old w/adult. Programa ofrecido en Español. Saturday, Sept 10, Oct 8*, Nov 12 10 am–Noon Moon Walk* Let the full moon be our guide as we walk in the world’s largest Urban Night Sky Place. Bring binoculars, limited pairs to lend. Walk ends at camp re. Programa ofrecido en Español. Saturday, Sept 10 • 8:30 pm Sunday, Oct 9 • 7:30 pm* Tuesday, Nov 8 • 6:30 pm Mother Nature and Me Children 3–6 years old and their favorite adult will learn about each topic through fun activities and outdoor experiences. Wednesdays • 10:30 am Sept 21-Wildflowers Oct 19-Spiders Nov 16-Wild Turkeys S.E.N.I.O.R.S. Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/ Outside Rain or Shine! Join us for a nature-inspired adventure for seniors. Ages 55 & up. Thursdays, Sept 8, Oct 13, Nov 10 • 10 am 28