Forest Preserves of Cook County 2024 Winter Brochure

Wee Wonders* Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2–5 w/adult. Wednesdays • 10 am Dec 11: Hibernation Jan 8: Snowflakes Feb 12: Animal Tracks DECEMBER Winter Bonfire Join us as we celebrate the beginning of winter with a largebonfire, artmaking, nature walks and more. Saturday, Dec 14 • 3:30–7 pm Camp Shabbona, 15810 S Torrence Ave, South Holland THROUGHOUT the WINTER Poetry Trail Enjoy a collection of poems inspired by nature and the changing seasons as you walk the Pines Trail. Restoration Sundays* Help restore our woodlands by cutting down invasive species and having a brush pile burn. Followed by s'mores and light snacks. Ages 12 & up. Sundays, Dec 1, Jan 5, Feb 2 • 10 am–Noon Live Healthy Discover Nature! Walk* Venture out on our scenic trails for a guided 3- to 4- mile walk. Saturdays, Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1 • 1:30 pm Holiday Past Visit our pioneer cabins as we celebrate winter holiday traditions. Play with handmade toys, make a craft and see what’s cooking on the open fire. Sunday, Dec 8 • 11 am–3 pm 15891 Paxton, South Holland, 708.868.0606 Building: 9 am–4 pm, Exihibit room closed Fridays, Grounds: 8 am–4 pm daily, Free Admission N AT U R E C E N T E R A N D C AMP U S 42