• Trick or Treat in the Woods: Four Rivers

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    Experience the woods like never before! Come dressed in costume and hike along a glowing trail to learn what goes bump in the woods at night. Visit spooky stations, but beware! Will tricks or treats await? Enjoy a crackling fire while roasting marshmallows for smores. This program

  • Rec Bike Club

    Hammel Woods Black Rd. east of Rte 59, Shorewood, IL, United States

    Join our recreation coordinator on the trail for some fun, leisurely bike rides this fall! Meet at Hammel Woods — Crumby Recreation Area in Shorewood for a 9.5-mile ride at a comfortable group pace. Register and complete all four Rec Bike Club rides in this series and

  • Seated Yoga & Seasonal Sights

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    Enjoy a lovely morning by taking time for yourself and discovering the wonders of the natural world. This program includes a 30- to 35-minute all-levels seated yoga session and a 25- to 30-minute natural world exploration. Depending on the weather, yoga may take place outside under a

  • Trick-or-Treat in the Woods: Hidden Oaks Nature Center

    Hidden Oaks Nature Center 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Experience the woods like never before! Come dressed in costume and hike along a glowing trail to learn what goes bump in the woods at night. Visit spooky stations, but beware! Will tricks or treats await? Enjoy a crackling fire while roasting marshmallows for smores. This program

  • Trick-or-Treat in the Woods: Hidden Oaks Nature Center

    Hidden Oaks Nature Center 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Experience the woods like never before! Come dressed in costume and hike along a glowing trail to learn what goes bump in the woods at night. Visit spooky stations, but beware! Will tricks or treats await? Enjoy a crackling fire while roasting marshmallows for smores. This program

  • Rec Bike Club

    McKinley Woods - Kerry Sheridan Grove 25055 Walnut Lane, Channahon, IL, United States

    Join our recreation coordinator on the trail for some fun, leisurely bike rides this fall! Meet at McKinley Woods Kerry Sheridan Grove in Channahon for a 12-mile ride at a comfortable group pace. Register and complete all four Rec Bike Club rides in this series and receive

  • Junior Paleontologists

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Join a naturalist as we dig deeper into the role of a paleontologist. What do they do? What do they look for? Participants will have the chance to be paleontologists themselves as they learn about prehistoric wildlife. Participants will play some games, get crafty and do some

  • Junior Paleontologists

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Join a naturalist as we dig deeper into the role of a paleontologist. What do they do? What do they look for? Participants will have the chance to be paleontologists themselves as they learn about prehistoric wildlife. Participants will play some games, get crafty and do some

  • Birds & Beans

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Birdwatch with hot, fresh-brewed, bird-friendly coffee from the comfort of Isle a la Cache Library. Chat about the birds that show up at the feeders through the picture windows and enjoy the company of others over winter morning muffins. Registration required by Friday, Dec. 12: 815-722-9301. Ages

  • Mocktober at Isle a la Cache

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Say cheers! to this cozy and chilly time of year. Guests will meet at the museum to view the exhibits and then join naturalists for a guided experience along our trails to trick or treat for some mocktails! End the night by relaxing around the campfire. Light

  • Oh Deer!

    O'Hara Woods 1034 W. 135th St., Romeoville, IL, United States

    As the days get shorter, the forest gets busier. Squirrels scurry to cache their winter food, birds are bulking up for migration and deer are showing off their antlers. Bring your binoculars to O'Hara Woods to get a closeup of the busy wildlife. Registration required by Wednesday,

  • Trout Season Celebration

    Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm 475 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Its fall trout season at Hidden Lakes! To celebrate, we are opening the gates and concessions building for fishing at 6 a.m. Find your perfect spot along the two stocked lakes. Head to the Tackle Box bait shop for a free hot chocolate, tea or coffee. Plus

  • History of the Jack-o-Lantern

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    October is the perfect time to start decorating our homes for the season, but no fall display is complete without a jack-o-lantern. But have you ever wondered where this tradition comes from? Join us at Isle a la Cache for a short presentation exploring the history of

  • Sunrise Hike

    Prairie Bluff Preserve 2025 Renwick Rd., Crest Hill, United States

    What better way to start your day than breathing the crisp morning air while watching the sunrise in the prairie. A morning hike provides many physical and mental benefits and sets a positive tone for the rest of the day. Get early access into the preserve and

  • Fishing for Trash

    Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm 475 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    This ongoing event will be held from Tuesday, Oct. 21, to Friday, Oct. 31. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. Pick up some dirty tricks to earn some treats! Help Hidden Lakes Trout Farm look its best by picking up litter in the

  • Taste of Nature: American Lotus Flower

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    This big, beautiful, fragrant flower has wilted, but now the roots are ripe and ready for harvesting. Join us on a lovely fall evening to learn about this native aquatic plant, a historical food of our region. After a brief presentation, the tasting will begin. The roots

  • Museum Campus Day

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Have you ever wondered what's going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American longhouse above the pollinator garden? This is your chance to explore all the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the Potawatomi and the

  • Morning Fresh Air Hike

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    Take a deep breath of crisp, fall air. Move between colorful trees in the forest, frosted grasses in the prairie and glittering water in the river. This naturalist-led hike will let you experience the beauty of nature on this fall morning. Registration required by Saturday, Nov. 1:

  • Wonderkids: Nature’s Sounds

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Calling all families with preschoolers! Join us for a hands-on program designed for your little one. This program is geared toward children ages 2 to 5 and is complete with tons of facts, singing, story time, table activities and crafts. Registration required by Tuesday, Nov. 4: 815-722-9301.

  • BYOB Crafts & Crows

    Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln., Channahon, IL, United States

    Grab your friends and head to Four Rivers for a crafty evening. Learn about murders of crows that are gathering outdoors and the long history of trying to scare them off. Celebrate the fall season with a homemade, not-so-scary crow decoration. All crafting materials will be supplied.

  • Migratory Bird Hike

    Lake Renwick Preserve 23113 W. Lockport Street, Plainfield, IL, United States

    Many birds use Lake Renwick to rest and refuel during migration. Join us for a guided hike in search of amazing waterfowl, soaring eagles and beautiful songbirds. Registration required by Thursday, Nov. 6: 815-722-9470. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. A limited supply of binoculars will

  • Stories from the Shelf

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Do you have an interesting item sitting on your shelf? A fossil? A rock? A rare postcard? Objects are powerful they're scientific evidence, they're story tellers and sometimes they are just curious. Join a naturalist to discover how interesting items, weird collections and curiosity cabinets morphed into

  • Pumpkin Smash – Ages 18 & Older

    Hidden Oaks Nature Center 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

    Come smash and bash pumpkins in the name of saving the Earth! Choose how your jack-o-lantern will meet its demise pounded to a pulp, launched over a railing and more. It's going to be a smashing good time! Work up an appetite smashing your pumpkin then enjoy

  • Stories from the Shelf for Kids

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Do you have an interesting item sitting on your shelf? Objects are powerful they're scientific evidence, they're story tellers and sometimes they are just curious. Join a naturalist to discover how interesting items and weird collections morphed into the museums we have today. Guests are invited to

  • Living History Encounter: 18th Century Weaponry

    Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

    Hear history go BOOM as you learn about weaponry of the 18th century. During this Living History Encounter, you will see live demonstrations of various weapons from Alexander Hamilton's New York Provincial Company of Artillery as well as meet voyageurs and settlers who journeyed to this land