Forest Preserves of Cook County 2023 Winter Brochure

A SOUTH fpdcc.com EXPLORE MORE PAGES 4–9 33 *Registration required. Please call 312-415-2970, unless otherwise noted. MLK Day of Service Learn what it takes to keep our forest healthy and participate in a day of service. Brush Pile Burn: S’mores provided. Eggers Grove E 112th St & S Ave E, Chicago Monday, Jan 15 • 10 am–2 pm Litter clean-up: Crafts and cocoa! Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion S Western Ave & W 87th St, Chicago For groups of 10 or more, email Kelvin.Boyd@cookcountyil.gov. Monday, Jan 15 • 10 am–1 pm BE A BETTER BIRDER All events are virtual via Zoom Birding Ethics* Learn about ABA birding ethics and how to ensure other people and—most importantly—birds are minimally impacted during your trip. Register: BABBethics .eventbrite.com . Thursday, Dec 28 • 6 pm Getting Started* This program is great for beginners who want to learn about building a birding kit, techniques and finding resources. Register at: babb2024-1.eventbrite.com . Thursday, Jan 25 • 6 pm Backyard Bird Feeding* Discover how to make your yard and home bird friendly. Learn about bird feeders, types of foods, garden opportunities and more. Register: babb2024-2.eventbrite.com . Thursday, Feb 15 • 6 pm Intro to Bird ID* Learn the basics of bird identification by identifying birds using size and shape as well as the lingo used by birders. Register: babb2024-3.eventbrite.com. Thursday Feb 22 • 6 pm Celebration of Lunar New Year Activities to educate and celebrate the Year of the Dragon. Saturday, Feb 17 • 10 am–Noon Conservation@Home: Seed Swap & Plant Exchange Plant lovers unite! Native plant presentation followed by seed and plant sharing. All are welcome. Bring a mug; warm beverage provided. Thursday, Feb 15 • 4–7 pm • Chicago