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SUMMARY:Mocktails at The Museum
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for some mocktails! During this program\, guests will enjoy different mocktails\, learn about their connection to the preserves\, participate in activity stations and explore the museum after hours. Light snacks will be provided. $5.00 per person. Registration required by Tuesday\, Feb. 10: 815-722-9301.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/mocktails-at-the-museum/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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SUMMARY:Trail Club: February at Lake Chaminwood
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Trail Club! Each month we will meet at a different preserve for a brisk weekly walk to promote fitness and community! Join other walkers to beat the winter blues and embrace the beauty of the season. Trail Club will be held from January through March. February’s walk will be two laps totaling 1.5 miles around Lake Chaminwood. Enter the preserve from Shepley Road and follow the access drive to the left for parking. Meet the group at the picnic shelter at the edge of the lake. Join us for any or all Trail Club sessions! Participants who attend at least three walks this season will earn a Trail Club sticker. If inclement weather affects a program\, an update will be posted on this page the morning of.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/trail-club-february-at-lake-chaminwood/
LOCATION:Lake Chaminwood Preserve\, 24251 W. Shepley Rd.\, Minooka\, IL\, 60447\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T090000
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SUMMARY:Yoga & Hike
DESCRIPTION:Start the day off right with yoga and a hike! This program includes a 35- to 45-minute all-levels yoga session and a 35- to 45-minute hike along our scenic trails. Ages 14 or older. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required by Saturday\, Feb. 7: 815-722-9470.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/yoga-hike-4/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T194723Z
UID:10003546-1770458400-1770472800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Four Rivers Wedding Open House
DESCRIPTION:Dreaming of a beautiful\, eco-friendly celebration? Start your journey at the Four Rivers Environmental Education Center open house!Plan a truly unique wedding or event surrounded by nature. Stroll through our facility to get a feel for the space\, view photos of past events and collect inspiration for your own green decorations. You can also chat with our friendly staff and meet approved caterers. Other vendors will be on-site to help you with your planning process. View our 2\,000-gallon fish tank and hands-on exhibit gallery that you and your guests can enjoy during your event. The first 50 couples will go home with a special swag bag! Ages 18 or older. Registration recommended by calling 815-722-9470 or emailing fourrivers@fpdwc.org. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/four-rivers-wedding-open-house/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251226T193027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T193134Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Lecture Series: Winter Sowing for Monarchs
DESCRIPTION:Stay curious by discovering something new with Hidden Oaks Adult Lecture Series. Join naturalists as they share fascinating stories\, science and natural histories of the wild world. This time around we will be getting our hands dirty! We will study the importance of common milkweed the host plant for the monarch butterfly and home to an assortment of other garden friends!Learn the ins and outs of winter seed sowing. You can help provide the migrating monarch butterflies an advantage by getting a head start on gardening season with the winter sowing method. Participants will leave with an upcycled greenhouse ready to be put outside to endure the winter weather while waiting for spring to arrive. Ages 16 and older. Registration required by Thursday\, Feb. 5: 815-722-4121.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/adult-lecture-series-winter-sowing-for-monarchs/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 419 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T195252Z
UID:10003554-1770303600-1770307200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Trail Club: February at Lake Chaminwood
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Trail Club! Each month we will meet at a different preserve for a brisk weekly walk to promote fitness and community! Join other walkers to beat the winter blues and embrace the beauty of the season. Trail Club will be held from January through March. Februarys walks will be two laps totaling 1.5 miles around Lake Chaminwood. Enter the preserve from Shepley Road and follow the access drive to the left for parking. Meet the group at the picnic shelter at the edge of the lake. Join us for any or all Trail Club sessions! Participants who attend at least three walks this season will earn a Trail Club sticker. If inclement weather affects a program\, an update will be posted on this page the morning of.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/trail-club-february-at-lake-chaminwood-2/
LOCATION:Lake Chaminwood Preserve\, 24251 W. Shepley Rd.\, Minooka\, IL\, 60447\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T100000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T194054Z
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SUMMARY:Eagle Walk & Talk
DESCRIPTION:Dont be frightened by the cold! Its the perfect weather to see bald eagles! Warm up with a hot beverage and a fun chat about bald eagles\, then take a short hike with a naturalist to hopefully see a few of these spectacular birds. Registration required by Monday\, Feb. 2: 815-722-9470. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/eagle-walk-talk/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
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SUMMARY:Full Moon: Family Bonfire
DESCRIPTION:Every moon tells a story of tides\, time and seasonal changes. Join us across Will County for full moon nights throughout 2026 and discover where science and wonder meet beneath the glow of the moon! Our Full Moon: Family Bonfire at Prairie Bluff will feature panoramic views of the night sky at the open prairie space with smores and fireside trivia\, facts and stories about the moon. Get cozy with your family and bring camp chairs and blankets or warm beverages to sit by the fire and enjoy the sights and sounds of the winter night while we revel at the moon. Registration required by Thursday\, Jan. 29: 815-727-8700.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/full-moon-family-bonfire-2/
LOCATION:Prairie Bluff Preserve\, 2025 Renwick Rd.\, Crest Hill\, 60403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251215T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T213552Z
UID:10003538-1769796000-1769799600@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Adult Lecture Series: Coyotes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/adult-lecture-series-coyotes/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 419 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260128T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251211T211752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T211920Z
UID:10003534-1769617800-1769625000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Mysterious World of Owls
DESCRIPTION:As the moon rises\, so do the creatures of the night. Come to Four Rivers to learn about the owls that live in Will County. Learn about their unique adaptations\, dissect an owl pellet and hike through the forest preserve after-hours in hopes to hear one of our feathered friends. Registration required by Monday\, Jan. 26: 815-722-9470. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/mysterious-world-of-owls/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251211T213132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T213221Z
UID:10003536-1769259600-1769265000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Crafting a la Cache: Handheld Habitat
DESCRIPTION:What is a habitat? Who calls each habitat home? Learn those answers by creating your own handheld habitat in an Altoids tin! An interpretive naturalist will join in to discuss different animal habitats and natural environments and offer tin-spirations for your project.All materials will be provided\, but if you have small leftovers from previous craft projects of your own\, this is a great opportunity to recycle and repurpose! Two sessions will be offered: Session 1: 10:30 a.m.-noon. Session 2: 1-2:30 p.m. Ages 5 and older. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Registration required by Thursday\, Jan. 22: 815-722-9301.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/crafting-a-la-cache-handheld-habitat-2/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251211T212830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T212900Z
UID:10003535-1769250600-1769256000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Crafting a la Cache: Handheld Habitat
DESCRIPTION:What is a habitat? Who calls each habitat home? Learn those answers by creating your own handheld habitat in an Altoids tin! An interpretive naturalist will join in to discuss different animal habitats and natural environments and offer tin-spirations for your project.All materials will be provided\, but if you have small leftovers from previous craft projects of your own\, this is a great opportunity to recycle and repurpose! Two sessions will be offered: Session 1: 10:30 a.m.-noon. Session 2: 1-2:30 p.m. Ages 5 and older. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Registration required by Thursday\, Jan. 22: 815-722-9301.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/crafting-a-la-cache-handheld-habitat/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260124T111500
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251211T210746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T213446Z
UID:10003533-1769248800-1769253300@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Extraordinarily Ordinary
DESCRIPTION:Take a moment to appreciate some of the plants and animals that get brushed off as just ordinary. You may think you know those common creatures\, but they have their secrets! Just because they are everywhere\, doesnt mean theyre basic. Join a naturalist for a cozy morning in the Grand Hall to chat about some of the life you thought you knew. Ages 8 or older. Registration required by Friday\, Jan. 23: 815-722-9470. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/extraordinarily-ordinary/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260118T223000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251211T210154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T210335Z
UID:10003532-1768726800-1768775400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Yoga & Hike
DESCRIPTION:Start the day off right with yoga and a hike! This program includes a 35- to 45-minute all-levels yoga session and a 35- to 45-minute hike along our scenic trails. Ages 14 or older. Participant younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required by Saturday\, Jan. 17: 815-722-9470.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/yoga-hike-3/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251210T210559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T211528Z
UID:10003531-1768644000-1768656600@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Duck Discovery Day
DESCRIPTION:Ages 18 and older. Did you know winter is a good time to learn how to identify migrating ducks? Well\, suit up for this half-day program where we will travel to three different locations to see how many ducks we can find! After our duck-viewing adventure\, we will end at Plum Creek Nature Center to view the Federal Duck Stamp Art Display while we get cozy by a fire\, enjoy hot beverages and raffle off door prizes.We will meet at Rock Run Rookery Preserve then drive to Monee Reservoir and finish at Plum Creek Nature Center. Participants are responsible for their own transportation. Ages 18 and older. Registration required by Thursday\, Jan. 15: 708-946-2216.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/duck-discovery-day/
LOCATION:Rock Run Rookery Preserve\, 23065 S. Youngs Rd.\, Joliet\, 60436\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T104500
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251209T204816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T204843Z
UID:10003529-1768642200-1768646700@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Moss & Lichen: Hide & Seek
DESCRIPTION:While many species become dormant over the winter\, lichens and mosses are thriving! Come enjoy a winter morning learning about these unique and hardy species. This program will begin outside\, hiking and searching for species in the wild. Then well head indoors for warm beverages and a closer look at some specimens under our scopes. Ages 10 or older. Registration required by Friday\, Jan. 16: 815-722-9470.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/moss-lichen-hide-seek/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T093000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251209T202442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T203604Z
UID:10003527-1768638600-1768642200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Birds & Beans
DESCRIPTION:Embrace winter morning birding from the comfort of Isle a la Cache’s library. Chat and birdwatch at the feeders through the large picture windows while enjoying a cup of warm\, bird-friendly coffee and early morning treats. Isle a la Cache Museum is an accessible facility. Ages 16 or older. Registration required by Thursday\, Jan. 15: 815-722-9301.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/birds-beans-4/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T100000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251209T204201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T204235Z
UID:10003528-1768120200-1768125600@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Backyard Winter Birds
DESCRIPTION:In winter\, some of Illinois native birds migrate south\, others stay and some birds arrive. Learn about the birds that spend the winter months in our area and how to attract them to your yard. Take a guided hike in the forest to search for some of these winter jewels and return to the nature center for a warm drink and some indoor bird viewing.Registration required by Saturday\, Jan. 10: 815-722-4121.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/backyard-winter-birds/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 419 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251207T204114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T204144Z
UID:10003521-1768042800-1768057200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Eagle Watch
DESCRIPTION:As the rivers freeze over\, bald eagles head to the open waters around Four Rivers. Join us as we celebrate these exceptional birds of prey with guided hikes\, live bird presentations\, Talon Talks\, family activities and more! Ongoing activities will include family crafts\, an Eagle Eye Scavenger Hunt and food from Lil Debs Mobile Eats.\nHoo Haven Live Presentations    11 a.m.\nLive bird presentation (45 minutes)12:30 p.m. \nMeet and greet (20 minutes)\n Live bird presentation (45 minutes) 1:30 p.m.\nGuided outdoor hikes (40 minutes)11:50 am\, 12:55 pm\, 2:20 pm\nIndoor Talon Talks (15 minutes) Noon\n Eagles of the World 2:30 pm\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/eagle-watch-2/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260103T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251209T201806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T201935Z
UID:10003526-1767448800-1767454200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Bonne Année - A New Year Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the New Year with French traditions of Illinois Country! Cozy up with stories\, play games\, dance and enjoy a warm drink and king’s cake around a toasty fire while listening to fiddle music. Make a vintage craft to take home as a keepsake of this family-friendly event and of the Bonne Année\, or good year\, to come. Ages 6 and up. Admission is $5 per person.\nRegistration required by Wednesday\, December 31: 815-722-9301.\nThis program will take place indoors in an accessible facility. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should mention their request when registering or submit a request online(Opens in a new window)no later than 48 hours before the program.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/bonne-annee-a-new-year-celebration/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260102T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251207T203247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T203330Z
UID:10003520-1767380400-1767385800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon: Wolf Walk
DESCRIPTION:Every full moon tells a story of tides\, time and seasonal changes. Join us across Will County for a night where science and wonder meet beneath the glow of the moon. The January full moon is known as the wolf moon. Join an interpretive naturalist for a night hike and learn all about the interesting animals that used to call Illinois home.This program is part of our full moon program series. Other program dates and locations are as follows: Feb. 2 at Prairie Bluff Preserve\, March 3 at Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve\,April 2 at Plum Valley Preserve. Stayed tuned for more full moon programs throughout 2026. Admission is free. Registration required by Wednesday\, Dec. 31: 815-722-9301.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/full-moon-wolf-walk/
LOCATION:O’Hara Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260102T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260102T171500
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251207T202437Z
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SUMMARY:First Friday Hike
DESCRIPTION:Start the New Year off right with a First Friday Hike! Get your heart pumping and enjoy the beauty of the forest on a brisk winter day. Join a naturalist on a guided hike to check Hammel Woods off your list. Be inspired to take advantage of the many preserves throughout Will County this year. Where will you hike next? Together we will look for sights\, sounds and signs of animals braving the winter weather alongside us while we enjoy the first Friday sunset of 2026. Admission is free. Registration required by Wednesday\, Dec. 31: 815-722-4121.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/first-friday-hike/
LOCATION:Hammel Woods\, Black Rd. east of Rte 59\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251207T202012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251207T202055Z
UID:10003518-1767348000-1774800000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Charley Harper: The Geometric Genius
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing event will be held from Friday\, Jan. 2\, to Saturday\, March 29. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays.View a rare and delightful playfulness in the prints of renowned American illustrator Charley Harper. Known as a modernist wildlife artist\, Harpers unique minimalist approach is unmistakable. He has been featured in Ford Times magazine and Golden Books and has composed posters for national parks and other wildlife organizations. His whimsical serigraph and gicle prints are a beloved treasure and an inspiration to an entire generation of artists and designers. A conservationist as well as an artist\, Harper revealed the unique aspects of his wildlife subjects through highly stylized geometric reduction.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/charley-harper-the-geometric-genius/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 419 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143727
CREATED:20251202T232328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T232351Z
UID:10003507-1766840400-1766845800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Family Hike & Campfire
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the last weekend of 2025 outside! Bundle up and head outdoors with the whole family. This naturalist-led hike is your chance to conquer cabin fever and take in the fresh air. Create warm memories on the chilly trail before heading to the campfire for smores. Registration required by Wednesday\, Dec. 24: 815-722-9470. Admission is free.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/family-hike-campfire/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251227T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143728
CREATED:20251203T210701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T210723Z
UID:10003513-1766829600-1766836800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Stress-Free Hike for Women
DESCRIPTION:This women-only hike will be a way to get outside for a brisk nature walk after the holiday season. Let the cool air and a mindful walk lead you to calmness. This naturalist-led hike may have a few stops along the way to enjoy the tranquility of the natural world. After the hike\, take a moment to sip hot beverages as we enjoy the views of the Des Plaines River. We will watch the birds\, boats and busyness go by. Registration required by Friday\, Dec. 26: 815-722-9470. Women ages 16 or older. Free admission.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/stress-free-hike-for-women-4/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251223T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143728
CREATED:20251202T230552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T231926Z
UID:10003506-1766498400-1766503800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Life in the Winter
DESCRIPTION:It may be tempting to hunker down like a woodchuck for the winter\, but theres too much to explore in the woods! Add on a few warm layers and join a naturalist as we walk through Hammel Woods in search of thriving life. Registration required by Saturday\, Dec. 20: 815-722-9470. Admission is free.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/life-in-the-winter/
LOCATION:Hammel Woods\, Black Rd. east of Rte 59\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143728
CREATED:20251027T210548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T220953Z
UID:10003450-1766237400-1766242800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing for Adults
DESCRIPTION:Need to relax? Want to reconnect with nature in a new way? Join an interpretive naturalist for this simple Japanese method of being calm and quiet amongst the trees. We will meet and learn a few tips then walk to the trail for guided mindful activities. Ages 18 and older. Registration required by Thursday\, Dec. 18: 815-722-9301.\n  \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/forest-bathing-for-adults-2/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251220T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143728
CREATED:20251027T210352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T221046Z
UID:10003449-1766226600-1766232000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing for Adults
DESCRIPTION:Need to relax? Want to reconnect with nature in a new way? Join an interpretive naturalist for this simple Japanese method of being calm and quiet amongst the trees. We will meet and learn a few tips then walk to the trail for guided mindful activities. Ages 18 and older. Registration required by Thursday\, Dec. 18: 815-722-9301.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/forest-bathing-for-adults/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251219T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143728
CREATED:20251027T205831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T220809Z
UID:10003448-1766160000-1766169000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Owl Hike for Adults
DESCRIPTION:Whoooo goes there? The woods may get quiet in the winter\, but if were lucky we will hear a loud call from an elusive bird. Join us at OHara Woods to learn about the owls of Will County and their unique adaptations. We will head out on a quiet hike listening for our nocturnal neighbors. While we listen for owls\, well also have the chance to hear the other creatures of the night. Registration required by Wednesday\, Dec. 17: 815-722-9470. Ages 18 or older.\n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/owl-hike-for-adults/
LOCATION:O’Hara Woods
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T143728
CREATED:20251008T220744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T134033Z
UID:10003420-1765965600-1765971000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Little Explorers: Gifts From Nature
DESCRIPTION:Everything comes from somewhere\, and the answer is not just the store.\nBring your children to Four Rivers to learn about how we depend on the natural world with a story\, a hike\, hands-on activities\, crafts and free play. \nRegistration required by Tuesday\, Dec. 16: 815-722-9470. \nAges 3-5. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/little-explorers-gifts-from-nature/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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