Forest Preserves of Cook County 2023 Winter Brochure

*Registration required at least 2 days in advance of the events marked with asterisk. 708-366-6530 CENTRAL TRAILSIDE fpdcc.com Family Winter Scavenger Hunt and Campfire Enjoy a winter afternoon on a self- guided scavenger hunt. Afterwards, enjoy refreshments around the campfire. Thursday, Jan 4 • 1–2:30 pm Winter Artist Showcase Local artist Judy Steed’s Natural Reflections glass mosaic exhibit will be on display. Exhibit Opening and Artist meet and greet Friday, Jan 12 • 6 pm Exhibit on display from Jan–Mar • 9 am–4 pm Bird Painting Workshop Step-by-Step: Dark-eyed Junco* Sketch and paint a 9x12 canvas of a dark- eyed junco using acrylic paints. Ages 13 & up. $5/person. Friday, Jan 19 • 1–3 pm Walk with a Steward* Learn about ecological gems and the restoration process with volunteer site steward, Cathy Bloom. Ages 18 & up Saturday, Jan 27 • 1:30 pm Schiller Woods-West–Grove 6, W Irving Park Rd, east of Des Plaines River Rd, Schiller Park FEBRUARY Owls of Trailside* Bring the family and meet one of our ambassador owls. Learn about the fascinating owls that call Trailside home. Saturday, Feb 10 • 1:30 pm Winter Bird Walk* Join us for a casual bird walk to observe our resident birds and their behavior. Binoculars available to borrow. Saturday, Feb 17 • 9 am Amazing Winter Residents* Bring the family on a walk on our scenic trails! We will discuss some of the amazing year-round residents of the Preserves. Sunday, Feb 18 • 10:30 am Conservation@Home: Go Native & Get Wild-Virtual* Learn about gardening using native plants and its benefits to you and to the environment. Zoom presentation. Saturday, Feb 24 • 10:30 am Evening Film: “The Magic Stump” View a screening of “The Magic Stump,” the story of an Illinois tree stump that's attracted many wintering raptors through the years. Meet the filmmaker, Bob Dolgen. Ages 13 & up. Wednesday, Dec 6 • 6–9 pm Makin’ Music Bluegrass Jam Get ready to jam! Make a simple musical instrument from repurposed invasive plants with us or bring your own instrument. Sunday, Feb 4 • 1–3 pm 25 THATCHER WOOD EVENTS Thatcher Woods Pavillion 8030 Chicago Ave, River Forest