Forest Preserves of Cook County 2024 Winter Brochure

THROUGHOUT the WINTER SOUTH ZONE 38 Snowshoeing Come out and explore the preserves via snowshoe. When snow depth exceeds 4’’. Hikes and other activities will be offered if there is no snow. Saturday, Jan 25 • 11 am–2 pm Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center, S Western Ave & W 87th St, Chicago Tuesday, Feb 25 • 11 am–2 pm Eggers Grove, E 112th St & S Ave E, Chicago Wellness in the Woods: Yoga Join us for a 45-minute yoga class. Dress in active wear and bring a yoga mat. Saturdays, Dec 7, Jan 4 & Feb 1, 11 am–Noon Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion, S Western Ave & W 87th St Chicago DECEMBER Tiny Tot Adventures Join us for an adventure in nature through movement, stories and artmaking. Ages 2–5 w/adult. Thursdays, Dec 5, 19; Jan 9, 23; Feb 6, 20, 10–11 am Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center, S Western Ave & W 87th St, Chicago Kwanzaa Celebration Celebrate community, honor Pan-African Heritage and embrace the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Call for more info. Tuesday, Dec 31 • 10 am–2 pm Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion, S Western Ave & W 87th St, Chicago Nature Photography Enjoy the winter landscapes along our trail and bring a camera to capture the beauty. Friday, Dec 13 • 9 am Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center, S Western Ave & W 87th St, Chicago Winter Wellness Walk Bundle up and experience forest bathing and the health benefits nature provides. Ages 13 & up. Slow-paced, 3.4-mile walk. Saturday, Dec 21 • 8 am Sauk Trail Woods-Central, Forest Preserve Dr, south of W 26th St, South Chicago Heights JANUARY Winter Exploration Day Get outside and enjoy winter. Great opportunity for the whole family to experience snowshoeing (weather permitting), hikes, art making, campfires and more! Friday, Jan 3 • 11 am–2 pm Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion, S Western Ave & W 87th St, Chicago Celebration of Lunar New Year Activities to educate and celebrate the impact of Lunar New Year-Year of the Snake. Saturday, Jan 11 • 11 am–2 pm Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center, S Western Ave & W 87th St, Chicago