Forest Preserves of Cook County 2024 Winter Brochure

*Registration required at least 2 days in advance of the events marked with asterisk. 708.366.6530 CENTRAL TRAILSIDE fpdcc.com Winter Secrets Hike* The winter can appear barren of wildlife, but surprisingly so much is happening above, within and beneath the snow. Join us for a walk to see what is going on! Monday, Dec 30 • 1:30 pm JANUARY New Year’s Resolution Walk* Fulfill your resolution of being more active by taking a brisk guided walk. Ages 18 & up. Thursday, Jan 2 • 10 am Family Winter Scavenger Hunt and Campfire Enjoy a self-guided scavenger hunt for signs of animals and plants, followed by snacks and a campfire. Family program. Sunday, Jan 5 • 1–2:30 pm Bird Painting Workshop Step-by-Step: Cooper's Hawk* Sketch and paint a 9x12 canvas of a Cooper's hawk using acrylic paints. For beginners and experienced artists. Materials provided. Cost: $5. Ages 14 & up. Friday, Jan 17 • 9:30 am–Noon Bird and Bagel Bird Walk* Join Chicago Bird Alliance for bagels inside followed by a guided bird walk. All birding levels welcome! Binoculars available. Saturday, Jan 18 • 8:30 am Bone Appetit Join us during feeding time to learn about Trailside’s outdoor ambassador animals. Saturday, Jan 25 • 2 pm FEBRUARY Makin’ Music Bluegrass Jam Make a simple musical instrument, or bring your own guitar, fiddle, etc. and join the jam! All are welcome to join the jam or just listen. All ages. Sunday, Feb 2 • 1–3 pm Thatcher Woods Pavilion, Chicago Ave, west of Thatcher Ave, River Forest Owls of Trailside* Learn about the fascinating owls that call Trailside home and meet an ambassador owl! Family program. Saturday, Feb 8 • 1:30 pm Nature Book Club: “If Nietzsche Were a Narwhal” by J. Gregg* Enjoy discussing this often-humorous book comparing human versus animal thought and intelligence. Register at fppl.org/. Thursday, Feb 20 • 7 pm Forest Park Public Library, 7555 Jackson Blvd, Forest Park Winter Bird Walk* Join us for a casual bird walk to observe our resident birds and their behavior. Binoculars available to borrow. Saturday, Feb 22 • 8 am Go Native & Get Wild* -Zoom Program Get your questions ready for the Conservation @ Home Zoom presentation! Learn about the many benefits of gardening with native plants for you and the environment. Sunday, Feb 23 • 1:30 pm 29