Forest Preserves of Cook County 2024 Fall Brochure

THROUGHOUT the FALL Wildlife Connections Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia-Heart of Mercy. Tuesdays • 10:30 am–Noon Small Serendipity Nature stories and crafts. Children ages 3–6 w/adult. Tuesdays, Sept 3, 17; Oct 8; Nov 5, 19•10 am What’s On The Menu? Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits. Saturdays & Sundays • 3 pm River Trail Workdays* Help us work to make River Trail even better. Ages 10 & up. Children under 15 w/adult. Register by 9/11 & 11/7. Saturdays, Sept 14, Nov 9 • 10 am–Noon 3120 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, 847-824-8360 Building: 9 am–5 pm, closed Fridays. Grounds: 8 am–5 pm daily, Free Admission Starting November 1, Building 9 am–4 pm, grounds close at 4 pm. River Trail Nightlife* Register three days in advance of event. Ages 8 & up. Cost: $5/person. Night Walk Friday, Sept 20 • 7 pm Scary Stories Saturday, Oct 26 • 8 pm Owl Prowl (free) Friday, Nov 15 • 5 or 7 pm SEPTEMBER Animal Encounter Join our staff for an up-close look at one of our ambassador animals. Sunday & Monday, Sept 1 & 2 • 1:30 pm Conservation @ Home: Herbal Tea Party Walk our gardens to learn about native plants then sample different infused teas made from them. Sunday, Sept 8 • 11 am–2 pm 20 Fall Festival Celebrate the season with a special day of autumn fun. Entertainment, beekeeping demonstrations, animal encounters, pumpkin painting, honey sales, activities and more! Admission is free; there may be small fees for some activities and food available to purchase. Sunday, Oct 20 • 10 am–3pm