Forest Preserves of Cook County 2023 Summer Brochure

• Chicago JULY Dog Days of Summer Enjoy a doggy canoe paddle, nature walk, paw print painting and more! Dogs must be pet/person friendly and remain on leash. Dog Personal Flotation Devices not provided. Saturday, Jul 22 • 10 am–Noon Beck Lake–East River Rd & Central Rd Full Moon Paddle* Join the Friends of the Chicago River in an exclusive after-hours moonlit paddle through the Skokie Lagoons. Ages 8 & up. Saturday, Jul 29 • 6:30–10:30 pm Tower Road Boat Launch–Tower Rd, west of Forestway Dr JULY Back-to-School Community Adventure Day Pick up a school supplies bag (limited) and enjoy archery, an obstacle course, hikes and more! In partnership with ICNA Relief Center of Chicago and Niles-Main Public Library. All ages. Saturday, Aug 5 • 10 am–1 pm Bunker Hill–Groves 6, W Harts Rd, southwest of W Touhy Ave, Niles Picnic and Paddle* Experience the Des Plaines River watershed by land and water. After paddling, enjoy yard games and lunch cooked over a re. Equipment and food provided. T hursday, Aug 17 • 10 am–Noon Beck Lake, East River Rd & Central Road History of the Lagoons Paddle Explore the uniqueness of the Skokie Lagoons by water. Equipment provided. Group reservations required. Wednesday, Aug 30 • 4–6 pm Tower Road Boat Launch–Tower Rd, west of Forestway Dr NORTH fpdcc.com 17 EXPLORE MORE PAGES 4–9 * Unless otherwise noted, to register, call 773-758-8899.