Forest Preserves of Cook County 2023 Summer Brochure

CENTRAL 21 • Chicago EXPLORE MORE PAGES 4–9 *Registration required. To register or for information on any Central Zone pro- grams please call 312-533-5751 unless otherwise noted. AUG Teen Exploration Day: River Kayaking 101* Learn how to kayak on moving water during this 3-mile paddle. Instruction, equipment and shuttle provided. Ages 13 & up. Friday, Aug 4 • 10:30 am Schuth’s Grove–W Cermak Rd, west of Des Plaines Ave, Riverside Pond Paddle* Enjoy an afternoon out paddling. Instruction and equipment provided. Thursday, Aug 10 • 3–5 pm Thatcher Glen Pond–738 Thatcher Ave, River Forest Chicago Portage Day Join the Forest Preserves, Friends of the Chicago Portage, and other partners to celebrate this National Historic Site, its cultural signi cance, and the history of Chicago. We will have presentations, demonstrations, site tours, and games and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Saturday, Aug 12 • 10 am–3 pm Chicago Portage National Historic Site, S Harlem Ave, south of 47th St, Lyons Nature Discovery Day Drop in for a fun afternoon of nature discovery including nature games, art making, kite ying and more. Thursday, Aug 17 • Noon–2 pm Thatcher Woods–Chicago Ave, west of Thatcher Ave, River Forest Pedal the Preserves: Salt Creek Greenway* Join us for a family-friendly biking event! Safety demonstration, techniques, tips and guided ride. Helmets/loaner bikes available. In partnership with Ride Illinois. Saturday, Aug 26 • 10 am–Noon Twenty-Sixth Street Woods-West–26th St, east of S 25th Ave