Forest Preserves of Cook County 2023 Fall Brochure

THROUGHOUT the SEASON Wellness in the Woods: Martial Arts in Nature* Join Fonseca Martials Arts and connect to your mind, body, soul and nature with this ancient practice, then enjoy a guided walk. Wednesdays, Sept 13 & Oct 11 9–9:30 am: Parents and Tots 9:45–10:15 am: Intro to Karate for Seniors Bunker Hill–Grove 1, W Harts Rd, southwest of W Touhy Ave, Niles SEPTEMBER Pedal the Preserves* Ride Illinois will lead a safety talk before we take off for a fun, casual, family-friendly bike. Loaner bikes available. Sunday, Sept 17 • Noon–2 pm Tower Road Boat Launch–Tower Rd, west of Forestway Dr 4th Annual Fall Nature Fest: Party for the Preserves Celebrate National Public Lands Day. Enjoy food, drinks, games, Jesse White Tumblers, animal ambassadors and much more. For more information, visit commissionerdegnen.com/ fallnaturefest/. Saturday, Sept 23 • Noon–3 pm LaBagh Woods–Groves 1–4, N Cicero Ave, north of W Foster Ave, Chicago Without Limits: Recreation for All! Individuals with physical disabilities and their friends and families are invited to explore nature through adaptive cycling and rock wall climbing. Thursday, Sept 21 • 3–6 pm Bunker Hill–Grove 1, W Harts Rd, southwest of W Touhy Ave, Niles IN PARTNERSHIP WITH Adaptive Adventures. Community Powwow Join us to celebrate Native American culture while recognizing the theme “Every Child Matters.” Enjoy traditional Powwow, native food, and listen to stories of culture from the area. Attendees are encouraged to wear orange. For group registration or information, email JRoy@stbenedict.com . Saturday, Sept 30 • Noon–4 pm Bunker Hill–Grove 1, W Harts Rd, southwest of W Touhy Ave, Niles North Zone