Forest Preserves of Cook County 2023 Winter Brochure

A SOUTHWEST LITTLE RED SCHOOLHOUSE Registration required unless otherwise noted. Call 708-839-6897 or stop by in person to register. Yoga in the Woods Take in the natural beauty of our grounds while enjoying an all-levels yoga class with Maura, a certified instructor. Ages 18 & up. Sundays, Jan 28 & Feb 25 • 10–11 am DECEMBER Fire Basics Learn the basics of starting a fire and explore the different types of campfires. S'mores and hot cocoa provided. All ages. Saturday, Dec 2 • 1 pm Teens Behind the Scenes Join a naturalist and learn how we care for our animals at the nature center. Ages 13–19. Sunday, Dec 3 • 2 pm Snowbirds Enjoy a leisurely nature hike with stops at feeding stations to observe birds’ amazing winter behaviors. Saturday, Dec 16 • 1:30 pm Aromatherapy Various scents can relax and soothe us. Learn about natural aromas and their healing effects. Ages 21 & up. Saturday, Dec 30 • 10:30 am JANUARY Winter Break Camp Children will enjoy three fun-filled days with outdoor activities, art making and s’mores at the fire. $35/child. Ages 9–12. Tuesday–Thursday, Jan 2–4 • 10 am–Noon Birding & Board Games Watch and learn about winter birds at our feeders while playing nature-themed board games. Ages 14 & up. Saturday, Jan 6 • 1–3 pm Freeze Frames Use your camera to observe nature on a guided photography walk. All levels and camera types. Ages 13 & up. Saturday, Jan 20 • 10 am Feeding Frenzy Learn what, why and how staff feed the great diversity of birds, fishes, reptiles and amphibians at the nature center. Saturday, Jan 27 • 1:30 pm FEBUARY Winter Whereabouts Learn how different native animals survive during the colder winter months. Saturday, Feb 3 • 10 am Lunar New Year* Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with art and activities. Saturday, Feb 4 • 10 am Resident Raptors Learn about the natural and individual histories and husbandry of our ambassador raptors. Saturday, Feb 17 • 1:30 pm fpdcc.com 29 Winter Solstice Night of Lights Walk A self-guided candlelit walk through our woods will delight visitors as we celebrate the shortest night of the year. Thursday, Dec 21 • 6:30–9 pm