Forest Preserves of Cook County 2023 Spring Brochure

fpdcc.com Signs of spring are blooming in your Forest 3reserves oI Cook CoXnt\ <oX·ll Ànd insSiration throughout this guide for ways to experience the beauty of the changing season during self-guided visits or by joining our naturalists at a program or special event. One of the most exciting (and most colorful) opportunities in spring is enjoying a walk to vieZ tKe arra\ oI ZildÁoZers tKat Zill FarSet Sarts oI tKe Iorest Áoor OXr si[ natXre Fenters are Jreat locations to take in these tiny, ephemeral wonders. And as the weather becomes warmer during the daytime and remains cold at night, maple trees will produce sap used to make maple syrup. Learn about this natural phenomenon during programs at many sites, especially Maple Syrup Festival at River Trail Nature Center in March. Throughout spring, we’ll also see many of our feathered friends return during migration. Consider joining us for a guided bird walk or improve your birding skills during one of our “Be a Better Birder” workshops. Toni Preckwinkle President, Forest Preserves of Cook County