Forest Preserves of Cook County 2023 Spring Brochure

THROUGHOUT the SEASON Story Trail Walk a short, looped trail and experience a story unfold with every step. A related craft will be available to take home. Wednesdays, Mar 8, Apr 5, & May 17 10 am–1 pm Bemis Woods-South–Grove 7, Ogden Ave, west of Wolf Rd MARCH Women’s History Month Walk* -In Polish Join us on a hike where we highlight conservation leader Isabel Bassett Wasson and her work at Thatcher Woods. Register by calling 708-366-6530. Saturday, Mar 11 • 11 am 7KatFKer :oods² 030 CKiFaJo Ave, River Forest Weaving Workshop* Create a small wall hanging art piece using natural materials. Supplies and instruction provided. Ages 10 & up w/adult. Thursday, Mar 16 • 5:30–7:30 pm Thatcher Woods Pavilion 030 CKiFaJo Ave, River Forest Accessibility Trail Outing Join us on a short, 1.7-mile loop, paved trail with resting points throughout. Perfect for those who use wheelchairs or have limited mobility. Miller Meadow-South–Grove 6, 1st Ave, south of Roosevelt Rd, Maywood Saturday, Mar 18 • 11 am Vernal Equinox Program Join the American Indian Center of Chicago to learn about the Vernal Equinox. Schiller Woods-West–Grove 2, W Irving Park Rd, east of Des Plaines River Rd, Schiller Park Tuesday, Mar 21 • 10–11:30 am Spring Breakout Adventure -Drop-in. Enjoy archery, nature play, hikes and more. Wednesday, Mar 29 • 11 am–2 pm 7KatFKer :oods² 030 CKiFaJo Ave, River Forest Woodcock Walk* Witness the amazing spring courtship ight of the male woodcock bird. Led by John Elliot of Chicago Audubon. Ages 18 & up. Call 708-366-6530 to register. Friday, Mar 31 • 7 pm :olI Road 3rairie²31st St, Zest oI Wolf Rd, near Westchester APRIL Teen Exploration Day: Teen Pond Paddle* Teens are invited to enjoy kayaking on Thatcher Glen Pond. Parents, take a stroll on a surrounding trail while your teen paddles. Ages 13 & up. Thursday, Apr 13 • 5–7 pm 7KatFKer *len 3ond² 3 7KatFKer Ave, River Forest Celebrate Spring Fest Build and play with natural materials: make a decorative terrarium, paint a bird house, and participate in other kid-friendly activities. Wednesday, Mar 22 • 11 am–2 pm Cummings Square 536 1 HarleP, River Forest Central Zone 20