Forest Preserves of Cook County 2023 Fall Brochure

A SOUTHWEST LITTLE RED SCHOOLHOUSE SEPTEMBER “The World of Monty and Rose” and “The Magic Stump” Film Screenings* Join us for a viewing of two documentary lms: “The World of Monty and Rose” and “The Magic Stump.” Wednesdays, Sept 20*, 27 • 6–7:30 pm Fire for the Forest Learn about the bene ts of prescribed burns on a 1-mile walk. Saturday, Sept 2 • 10–11:30 am Dark Sky Walk Walk in the world’s largest Urban Night Sky Place during the darkest night of the month. Thursday, Sept 14 • 8:30 pm Resident Raptors Learn about our ambassador raptors. Saturday, Sept 16 • 1–2:30 pm Nocturnal Sights and Sounds Experience nature at nighttime. Friday, Sept 22 • 6:30–8:30 pm Nature Open Mic Night Perform songs and poetry or relax and enjoy the live performances while overlooking the slough at sunset. Thursday, Sept 28 • 4:30–6:30 pm World Mental Health Day Let the healing powers of nature help ease your mind and stimulate your senses on this fall color walk. Tuesday, Oct 10 • 1 pm Spectacular Partial Solar Eclipse Watch this rare natural phenomenon here! Saturday, Oct 14 • 10:15 am–1:15 pm Fall Color Walk Learn why trees drop their leaves and the cause of leaf color change. Saturday, Oct 21 • 1–2:30 pm Evening at a Nature Center: Teen Exploration Day Observe the ambassador animals, hike a trail, and warm up by a re with hot chocolate. Ages 13 & up. Friday, Oct 27 • 6:30–8:30 pm Dia de los Muertos In celebration of Día de los Muertos, stop inside to learn about Mesoamerican tradition and view our alter dedicated to extinct and endangered animals. Monday, Oct 30–Thursday, Nov 2 Birds in Autumn Visit the bird feeding stations and hike along a nature trail to observe birds during the fall season. Saturday, Nov 4 • 1–2:30 pm Folktale Under the New Moon Join us for a “scary” folktale recited by a LaGrange Park Library librarian during a walk under the darkest day of the month. Then enjoy a bon re. Ages 9 & up. Monday, Nov 13 • 6–8 pm Thankful for the Dark Enjoy a nocturnal walk followed by relaxing time by a re. Friday, Nov 17 • 6:30–8:30 pm Nature Lens Use your camera to observe nature on a guided photography walk. All levels and camera types. Ages 13 & up. Saturday, Nov 25 • 10 am Registration required for all programs unless noted. 708-839-6897 or stop by in person to register. *Denotes Spanish bilingual program, Programa ofrecido en Español* fpdcc.com 29 A SOUTHWEST LIT LE RED SCHO LHOUSE Green BEFORE Spring Learn about early spring invasive plants that are threatening the health of our forests. Sunday, Mar 19 • 10 am Spring Equinox Walk and Tale A folktale recit d by a librarian from LaGrange Park Library will accompany this guided walk. Ages 7 & up. Monday, Mar 20 • 6:30 pm New Moon Walk & Telescope Viewing* Enjoy an evening walk and get a close-up view of the night sky. Tuesday, Mar 21 • 7:30 pm Camin ta e luna nueva y observación del telescopio Amphibian Adventures Camp Learn about native salamanders and frogs through eld investigations, art and activities. $35 per child. Ages 8–10. Tuesday–Thursday, Mar 28–30 10 am–Noon Having Fun Getting Fit in the Forest Join us for a tness walk stopping at 10 stations to enhance your physical movements. Sunday, Apr 2 • 10 am Nocturnal Nature Exploration for Girl Scouts! Explore the grounds at night. Open to Girl Scout Junior Troops. Friday, Apr 14 • 7–9 pm Early Morning Bird Walk Saturdays, Apr 15, May 20 • 7–8:30 am Intern tional Bat Appreci tion Day Drop in and learn about these misunderstood ying mammals. Activities and handouts provided. Monday, Apr 17 • 10–Noon Earth Day Pop-Up Celebration Art activities, worm composting demonstrations, scavenger hunts and free plant giveaways. Saturday, Apr 22 • 11 am–1 pm Thankful for the Dark Learn about the importance of dark skies, and then enjoy a leisurely 3-mile hike. All ges. Saturday, Apr 22 • 7–9 pm Waterfowl Watch Walking with brief stops to observe the birds that frequent waterways. Sunday, Apr 29 • 10 am Nature is Accessible Drop-In Event Visitors of all abilities are invited to celebrate nature through accessible activities. No registration required. Wednesday, May 24 • 10 am–Noon Nature Phobias: Snakes Learn about the ecological importance of misunderstood reptiles. A close-up encounter will delight visitors. Saturday, May 27 • 1:30–3 pm Registration required for all programs unless noted. 708-839-6897 or stop by in person to register. *denotes Spanish bilingual program, Programa ofrecido en Español* SedgeWren fpdcc. om 29