Forest Preserves of Cook County 2022 Winter Brochure

738 atcher Ave, River Forest, 708-366-6530 Building: 9 am–4 pm, closed Fridays, Grounds: 8 am–4 pm daily, Free Admission THROUGHOUT the SEASON Snowshoe Lending Snowshoes available when snow is 4” deep or more. Available on a rst come, rst served basis. Call 708-366-6530 for more information. DECEMBER History Hike: Isabel Basset Wasson* Explore Thatcher Woods while learning about the inspiring life of a local pioneering environmental educator. Ages 13 & up. Saturday, Dec 3 • 1:30 pm DIY Holiday Bird Feeder Wreath* Make a festive birdseed wreath to help our feathered friends this winter! Free; materials provided. Ages 13 & up. Friday, Dec 9 • 1 pm Animal Homes Hike* Take a guided hike to discover where our local animals will spend the winter. Family program. Sunday, Dec 11 • 1 pm Story Trail: “The Snowy Day” Walk a short trail and read a children’s story along the way. Afterwards, get a take- home activity bag so you can start your own adventure. Friday, Dec 16–Friday, Jan 6 Winter Dog Walk* This hike is for the dog walkers! Join a naturalist as you and your (leashed) friend go on a nature walk. Ages 18 & up. Saturday, Dec 17 • 10:30 am Winter Secrets Hike* Winter can appear barren of wildlife, but much is happening above, within, and beneath snow. Join us for a walk to see what’s happening! Family program. Wednesday, Dec 28 • 1:30 pm JANUARY New Year’s Resolution Walk* Ful ll your resolution of being more active by taking a brisk guided walk. Ages 18 & up. Monday, Jan 2 • 10 am Dawn Owl Prowl* Listen for owls on our trails as part of the annual Christmas Bird Count, with John Elliot from Chicago Audubon. Ages 10 & up. Sunday, Dec 18 • 5:30 am BarnOwl 24