Forest Preserves of Cook County 2022 Summer Brochure

A RIVER TRAIL NORTH *Registration required at least 2 days in advance of the events marked with asterisk. 847-824-8360 19 Fridays in the Field Discover something new in nature with University of Illinois Extension volunteers. Every Friday in July and Aug • 10 am–Noon JUNE Serpent Safari Meet some live snakes to find out why these animals are so amazing. Sunday, June 5 • 1:30 pm Twilight Walk* Some wildlife begin their day as the sun begins to set. Learn about these animals and more on a guided walk. $3/person; Registration required by 6/11. Tuesday, June 14 • 6 pm The Un-buried Treasure Hunt Pick up a treasure map at the welcome tent then decode the clues along the trails to find the un-buried treasure. Sunday, June 19 • 11 am–2 pm JULY The Bald Eagle: Celebrating Our Symbol Bald eagles are pretty cool. Stop by to learn why. Sunday, July 3; Monday, July 4 • 1:30 pm Campfire Stories* An evening of stories, songs and s’mores around the campfire. $3/person; Registration required by 7/18. Thursday, July 21 • 7:30 pm Bug-a-Palooza Learn about the amazing diversity of insects as we catch and release them. Sunday, July 24 • 1:30 pm River Monsters Wade in as we explore the Des Plaines River and learn about the creatures that live under its surface. Bring a change of shoes. Sunday, July 31 • Noon–2 pm AUGUST Pollination Station Stop by our pollination garden to make a pollinator craft and go on a self- guided tour. Sunday, Aug 14 • 11 am–2 pm Junior Nature Photography* Learn how to capture nature through hands-on learning about cameras and photography. Any digital camera can be used. All photography levels welcome. Ages 8–15. Registration required by 8/17. Saturday, Aug 20 • 9:30 am–Noon Learn about these fascinating creatures while watching for them over the river. Registration required by 8/1. Thursday, Aug 4 • 8 pm BAT CHAT EVENING PROGRAM* Camel Cricket and Katydid