Forest Preserves of Cook County 2023 Winter Brochure

A RIVER TRAIL NORTH *Registration required at least 2 days in advance of the events marked with asterisk. Note: All events are all ages unless specified differently. 847-824-8360 19 DECEMBER Bird Feeding Drop in to learn the basics about winter bird feeding and pick up a do-it-yourself pinecone bird feeder craft. Sunday, Dec 3 • 11 am–2 pm Evening Owl Prowl* A guided walk on our trails to search for local owls. Registration required by Dec 13. Ages 8 & up. Friday, Dec 15 • 7 pm Whoooo Are the Owls in Your Neighborhood? Join us and a special guest for a talk about owls. Sunday, Dec 17 • 1:30 pm JANUARY A “Winters” Night* Join us for a guided walk in the dark woods and learn about nocturnal animals. $3/person. Registration required by Jan 18. Saturday, Jan 20 • 7 pm Insects in Winter Search our trails for the mighty snow flea and learn about other winter insects. Sunday, Jan 28 • 1:30 pm Beginner Beekeeping Class* Join our beekeepers and learn about the process of beekeeping during this five-week class. $100/person. Call 630-207-4255 for additional information and to register. Tuesdays, Jan 10, 17, 24, 31; Feb 7 • 6–8 pm FEBRUARY Groundhog Day Learn the story behind this peculiar holiday. Sunday, Feb 4 • 1:30 pm Superb Owl Party Help us celebrate owls and learn what makes them so unique! Sunday, Feb 11 • 1:30 pm Sunrise Nature Photography* An outdoor workshop focusing on amazing winter scenes. Registration required by Feb 15. Ages 13 & up. Saturday, Feb 17 • 6–9 am Sap’s Rising* Walk in the sugar maple forest to learn about the sweet process of making maple syrup. Saturday & Sunday, Feb 24 & 25 • 10:30 am & 1:30 pm Sweetheart Night Hike* Couples and friends are invited to enjoy the nature center grounds at their leisure. Walk our candlelit trails, relax around a campfire, or warm up inside with dinner and drinks. $25/person. Registration required by 1/30. Ages 21 & up. Saturday, Feb 3 • 6–9 pm