Forest Preserve District of Cook County

Watch hummingbirds from an accessible area. Bring a chair or use ours. Staff will answer questions about feeding and attracting hummers.  

We guide you through a series of slow flowing movements, deep measured breaths and soothing sounds.  

Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a forest therapy guide. Ages 18 & up.  

The Naperville Chinese Storytellers share stories in Chinese followed by nature-based art. Stories told in Chinese. Ages 3 & up w/ adult.  

Join us to look for bird migrants. Registration required  

Discover the vital roles fungi play in our forest ecosystems during this engaging walk-and-talk. Ages 10 & up.  

Celebrate this special month by making unique skulls, flowers and banners in preparation for Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos). All materials provided.  

Hike under ancient oaks to learn about their natural history and why they are keystone species. Ages 18 & up.  

Learn about the world’s first nuclear reactor. Presentation at Sagawau, followed by a moderate hike at Red Gate. Ages 18 & up.  

As the Hunter’s Moon shines above, we’ll hike and discuss white-tailed deer in the world’s largest Urban Night Sky Place.  

October is a great time to observe our eight-legged friends. Sweep net for spiders as you learn about them.  

Join a naturalist for a morning bird hike. Binoculars available for loan. Registration required; call/email organizer to sign up at (630) 257-2045.  

Hike 2 miles under the glow of the rising Cold Moon within the tranquil expanse of the world’s largest Urban Night Sky Place. Subject to trail conditions. Ages 13 & up.  

Hike by the light of the full moon.  

Join a cozy, indoor community filled with activities, games and refreshments. Inspired by the Danish practice of Hygge. Admission is free.  

Join a cozy, indoor community filled with activities, games and refreshments. Inspired by the Danish practice of Hygge. Admission is free.    

Ski by the light of the full moon. Ski rentals limited. Reservations required via SignUpGenius, available the Sunday before. Skiers with their own equipment must wear a free trail pass. Weather Dependent (Snow): Program runs only when trails are skiable (requires frozen ground and 5 inches of

Hike by the light of the full moon. Weather Dependent (No Snow): Program runs only when trails are non-skiable due to insufficient snow or ground conditions; call/email organizer to confirm.  

Join a naturalist to experience the stillness and peace of a winter sunrise. Ages 18 & up.  

Join us for an early morning hike to witness the beauty of a new day.  

Explore the wild side of creativity! Children ages 3-6 with an adult can enjoy hands-on nature-inspired art and activities. Supplies provided.  

Ski by the light of the full moon. Ski rentals limited. Reservations required via SignUpGenius, available the Sunday before. Skiers with their own equipment must wear a free trail pass. Weather Dependent (Snow): Program runs only when trails are skiable (requires frozen ground and 5 inches of

Hike by the light of the full moon.  

Embrace the promise of luck and prosperity in 2026 by honoring the Year of the Horse through festive activities, hands-on crafts, and lively performances.  

Join us for a sensory class where individuals with disabilities and homeschoolers can learn about nature. Participants must be with an adult.