Forest Preserves of Cook County 2022 Winter Brochure

A SOUTH SAND RIDGE fpdcc.com *Registration required for events with asterisk. 708-868-0606 DECEMBER Winter Bonfire Join us as we celebrate the beginning of winter with a large bon re, artmaking, nature walks and more. Saturday, Dec 17 • 3:30–7 pm Homemade Bird Feeders* Build a simple bird feeder and learn who is attracted to which seeds. Sunday, Dec 18 • 1 pm Loteria (Bingo)* Come play this traditional, fun Mexican game, with a nature twist. All ages welcome. Bilingual. Thursday, Dec 22 • 4:30-5:30 pm JANUARY Resolution Walk* Take steps towards your health goals during this light, 1-mile nature walk. Monday, Jan 2 • 11 am Wellness in the Woods: Soak Up the Sun!* Combat the winter blues with this guided walk and learn about the sun’s ability to boost your mood. Snowshoes will be provided if conditions allow. Saturday, Jan 21 • 1:30 pm FEBRUARY Nature of Love* Join us for s’mores around the re while learning about friendship, family and love among our local wildlife. Friday, Feb 10 • 4:30–6:30 pm Wellness in the Woods: Finding Space for Mindfulness* Discover ways to nd or create cozy and special places to practice mindfulness in, or near, your home. Saturday, Feb 18 • 1:30 pm MLK Day of Service Stop by the nature center to participate in a self-led litter pick-up. Garbage bags and disposable gloves available. Monday, Jan 16 • 10 am–3 pm Candlelight Walks* Dec 16, Jan 27, Feb 17 • 6–8:30 pm Underground Railroad Walks Join us on a self-guided journey that follows the Underground Railroad route connected to the Calumet Region during the mid-1800s. Saturday, Feb 25; Sunday, Feb 26 • 10 am–3 pm 35