Forest Preserves of Cook County 2023 Fall Brochure

THROUGHOUT the SEASON Forest Therapy Walk* Forest therapy opens the gateway for creativity and a deepened relationship with self and the natural world. Led by certi ed Forest Therapy Guide. Saturday, Sept 30 • 10 am Thatcher Woods–Chicago Ave, west of Thatcher Ave, River Forest Saturday, Oct 21 • 10 am Schiller Woods-West–Grove 2, W Irving Park Rd, east of Des Plaines River Rd, Schiller Park Story Trail Experience a story unfold along a short, looped trail. A craft is available to take home after you complete the story trail. Wednesdays, Sept 6, Nov 8 •10 am–1 pm Wednesday, Oct 4 • 10 am–1 pm (en Español) Bemis Woods-South–Grove 7, Ogden Ave, west of Wolf Rd, Proviso Township SEPTEMBER History & Photography Walk Grab your camera and take a guided walk, stopping along the way to discuss the history of the site and to snap some pictures. Cameras not required. Friday, Sept 1 • 9 am Chicago Portage National Historic Hike S Harlem Ave, south of 47th St, Lyons Silver Creek Prairie Walk* Learn about Forest Preserves restoration efforts, goals, and ways you can get involved on this walk. Ages 12 & up. Saturday, Sept 16 • 10 am Silver Creek Family Picnic Area N 1st Ave, north of Chicago Ave, Melrose Park Autumnal Equinox Program Join the American Indian Center of Chicago to learn about the Autumnal Equinox. Saturday, Sept 23 • 10:30 am–Noon Schiller Woods-West–Grove 2, W Irving Park Rd, east of Des Plaines River Rd, Schiller Park Theodore Stone Nature Walk* Join us for a walk through the unusual dolomite prairie to see the late-blooming wild owers. Ages 16 & up. Sunday, Sept 24 • 10 am Theodore Stone Forest–67th St, east of S La Grange Rd, Hodgkins OCTOBER Indigenous Peoples’ Day Festival In partnership with the American Indian Center of Chicago, join us to celebrate Native American culture with a mini-Powwow. Make corn husk dolls & bracelets, listen to drumming, explore the Serpent Mounds, enjoy Native food & art vendors. Saturday, Oct 7 • 11 am–4 pm Schiller Woods-East–W Irving Park Rd, west of N Cumberland Ave, Chicago Faire at the Square -Drop in Enjoy this “creative-reuse carnival” with themed games made from re- purposed materials! Win prizes, learn about nature, and more. Friday, Sept 8 • 4–7 pm Cummings Square 536 N Harlem, River Forest Central Zone 20