Forest Preserve District of Cook County

Visitors of all abilities are invited to celebrate nature through accessible activities. Little Red Schoolhouse's 6,000 square foot garden with an accessible trail encourages people of all abilities to physically interact with nature.

Let the full moon be your guide as you hike in the largest Urban Night Sky Place in the world.  

Ignite your child’s sense of wonder and curiosity: explore, experiment, and make discoveries in the natural world. Ages 4-5 w/adult.  

Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Join us for a nature-inspired adventure for seniors. Ages 55 & up.  

Join us as we Remove Invasive Plants. Tools, gloves and snacks provided. Ages 18 & up or 17 w/adult.        

Enjoy three fun-filled days creating art inspired by nature. Activities include hiking, animal encounters and learning through hands-on art making. Ages 5-6. Registration opens April 1 and is in person only. Forms, waivers and payment are required to complete registration. Cash or check accepted.

Join the folks at Little Red Schoolhouse as they discuss and sample some of Mother Nature’s edibles that can be grown in your garden. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.

Univ. of IL Extension Certified Master Naturalists will connect visitors with nature through inquiry-based activities on the grounds when the buildings are closed. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.

Enjoy an all-levels yoga class with certified instructor, Maura. Then enjoy a self-guided walk. Ages 18 & up. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.

Hummingbird Fest delights its guests with activities and viewing and demos of how hummingbirds are banded for tracking and research. Fest is free.

A River Thru History is a living history reenactment of early American life, as it was on the Illinois frontier prior to 1848, with emphasis on our local history from the fur trade era to the canal era. The goal of this rendezvous is to be the

In partnership with Adaptive Adventures, join an overnight event geared for individuals with physical disabilities, their families and friends. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Register at https://adaptiveadventures.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/adaptiveadventures/event.jsp?event=77383. COST: Free CONTACT: (708)771-1573or [email protected]  

  At the 58th Annual Arts and Craft Fair, art, of all styles, will be sold by artists inspired by nature! Don't miss it!

Join The Little Red Schoolhouse for their Annual Arts and Craft Fair! Art of all styles will be sold by artists inspired by nature. Entrance by shuttle bus only. Shuttle busses will be at Pioneer Woods which is a little east of Willow Springs Road on 107th

Join the folks at Sagawau Learning Center for a book discussion about “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Sagawau at 630-257-2045.

Join the folks at the Little Red School for a “scary” folktale recited by a LaGrange Park Library librarian during a walk under the darkest day of the month. Then enjoy a bonfire. Ages 9 & up. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.

Come join us for a “before hours” hike to experience the dawning of a new day. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.

Whose tracks are in the mud? Join us for the hunt and learn about tracks along the trails. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Sagawau at 630-257-2045.

Watch this rare natural phenomenon here! Telescopes ready for viewing. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Little Red Schoolhouse at 708-839-6897.

Get ready for a reel adventure at Papoose Lake! On Saturday, April 13th this event promises a morning of angling excitement for all ages. Registration is free of charge and kicks off bright and early at 8:00 AM, followed by the commencement of fishing at 8:30 AM.