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SUMMARY:Living History Encounter: 18th Century Weaponry
DESCRIPTION:Hear history go BOOM as you learn about weaponry of the 18th century.\nDuring 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 and made it home. \nThis is a drop-in program; come anytime between noon and 3 p.m. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/living-history-encounter-18th-century-weaponry-2/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250926T200545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T144445Z
UID:10003382-1762606800-1762610400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Stories from the Shelf for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an interesting item sitting on your shelf?\nObjects 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 bring their own item. A pretty rock\, a fossil\, a seashell\, a skull found in the backyard you name it! After the presentation\, we will learn from each other! Guests will have time to share their objects story or facts and answer questions from the rest of the group. You do not need to bring an object to attend the program. \nRegistration required by Thursday\, Nov. 6: 815-722-9301. \nAges 6 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/stories-from-the-shelf-for-kids/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250926T201004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T144222Z
UID:10003383-1762603200-1762617600@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Pumpkin Smash - Ages 18 & Older
DESCRIPTION:Come smash and bash pumpkins in the name of saving the Earth!\nChoose 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 roasting hotdogs and smores over an open fire. Stay a while and enjoy the rest of the festivities as well. Pumpkin Smash is a regional event spearheaded by SCARCE to promote composting and wise use of resources. By composting your pumpkin\, you are keeping waste out of landfills\, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and creating a natural fertilizer for soils. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/ages-18-older/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 419 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250926T195715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T143953Z
UID:10003381-1762597800-1762603200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Stories from the Shelf
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an interesting item sitting on your shelf? A fossil? A rock? A rare postcard?\nObjects 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 the museums we have today. After the presentation\, we will learn from each other! Guests are invited to bring their own item to share the objects story or facts and answer questions from the rest of the group. You do not need to bring an object to attend the program. \nRegistration required by Thursday\, Nov. 6: 815-722-9301 Ages 18 and older. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/stories-from-the-shelf/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T100000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250926T195227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T143618Z
UID:10003380-1762588800-1762596000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Migratory Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:Many birds use Lake Renwick to rest and refuel during migration.\nJoin us for a guided hike in search of amazing waterfowl\, soaring eagles and beautiful songbirds. \nRegistration required by Thursday\, Nov. 6: 815-722-9470. \nBring binoculars and dress for the weather. \nA limited supply of binoculars will be available for loan. \nThe group will meet at the visitor center at the Renwick Road entrance. \nNo dogs or bicycles please. \nParticipants will hike up to 1.5 miles on natural surfaces across uneven terrain. \nAnyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should submit a request online no later than 48 hours before the program. Ages 7 or older. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/migratory-bird-hike/
LOCATION:Lake Renwick Preserve\, 23113 W. Lockport Street\, Plainfield\, IL\, 60455\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250926T191251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T143037Z
UID:10003377-1762452000-1762459200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:BYOB Crafts & Crows
DESCRIPTION:Grab your friends and head to Four Rivers for a crafty evening.\nLearn 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. \nBYOB wine and beer only. \nRegistration required by Tuesday\, Nov. 4: 815-722-9470. $5.00 per person. \nAges 21 or older. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/btob-crafts-crows/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250926T190327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T142839Z
UID:10003376-1762423200-1762428600@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Wonderkids: Nature's Sounds
DESCRIPTION:Calling all families with preschoolers! Join us for a hands-on program designed for your little one.\nThis program is geared toward children ages 2 to 5 and is complete with tons of facts\, singing\, story time\, table activities and crafts. \nRegistration required by Tuesday\, Nov. 4: 815-722-9301. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/wonderkids-natures-sounds/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T094500
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250925T191408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T204408Z
UID:10003375-1762072200-1762076700@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Morning Fresh Air Hike
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegistration required by Saturday\, Nov. 1: 815-722-9470. Ages 8 or older. \nThe hike will be up to 2 miles and take place on paved and natural surfaces over uneven terrain. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/morning-fresh-air-hike/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250925T190826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T204140Z
UID:10003374-1761991200-1764518400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Whooo's Out There Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing program will be offered from Wednesday\, Nov. 1\, through Sunday\, Nov. 30. \nHours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. \nOwls large and small have flown in and are making Hidden Oaks their home throughout November! Whoooo is up for the challenge to find all the species roosting in the trees? Start inside the nature center to pick up your scavenger hunt checklist and then head outside to the play area to see whooo you can find. Bring back your observations and earn a prize. Take the hunt to the next level by coloring an owl of your own to hide in the nature center for others to find! \nNo registration required. \nThis activity will take place over uneven\, natural terrain of less than a half-mile. Hidden Oaks Nature Center is 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 no later than 48 hours before the program. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/whooos-out-there-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 419 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250924T182756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212218Z
UID:10003364-1761386400-1761408000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Museum Campus Day
DESCRIPTION: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 French fur traders who once called this area home. Drop in for self-guided exploration during normal operating hours. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/museum-campus-day-8/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251021T191500
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250923T194553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T211911Z
UID:10003355-1761069600-1761074100@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Taste of Nature: American Lotus Flower
DESCRIPTION: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 and perhaps the seeds will be prepared in a variety of dishes for you to try. This will not be a substitute for dinner\, but a small sample of each dish will be available for everyone. \nRegistration required by Tuesday Oct. 21: 815-722-9470. All ages.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/taste-of-nature-american-lotus-flower/
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:20251021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250924T180200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T212940Z
UID:10003361-1761040800-1761926400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Fishing for Trash
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing event will be held from Tuesday\, Oct. 21\, to Friday\, Oct. 31. \nHours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. \nPick up some dirty tricks to earn some treats! Help Hidden Lakes Trout Farm look its best by picking up litter in the preserve. Fishing line and other debris pose serious threats to our furry and feathered friends. Animals may become entangled in fishing line or swallow hooks or bits of plastic. Check in with the front desk for a bucket and grabbers. Fill the bucket and return it to earn a treat from the Tackle Box. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/fishing-for-trash-8/
LOCATION:Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm\, 475 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T080000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250923T194131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T205952Z
UID:10003354-1760855400-1760860800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Sunrise Hike
DESCRIPTION:What better way to start your day than breathing the crisp morning air while watching the sunrise in the prairie.\nA 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 join other early birds in this brisk morning hike. \nRegistration required by Friday\, Oct. 17: 815-722-9470. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/sunrise-hike-2/
LOCATION:Prairie Bluff Preserve\, 2025 Renwick Rd.\, Crest Hill\, 60403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250923T193656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T213005Z
UID:10003353-1760796000-1760801400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:History of the Jack-o-Lantern
DESCRIPTION: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 the jack-o-lantern\, from its ancient origins to how it became a beloved Halloween symbol. Afterward\, stick around for some hands-on fun. You’ll get the chance to carve your very own jack-o-lantern not from a pumpkin\, but from the original vegetable used in this tradition: the turnip! \nRegistration required by Thursday\, Oct. 16: 815-722-9301. Ages 18 or older. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/history-of-the-jack-o-lantern/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T080000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250923T192659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T202337Z
UID:10003351-1760767200-1760774400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Trout Season Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Its fall trout season at Hidden Lakes!\nTo 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 top off the morning with a complimentary doughnut to keep you fueled to fish. Need a fishing license and trout stamp? No problem! The Tackle Box sells those too. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/trout-season-celebration/
LOCATION:Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm\, 475 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251017T183000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250922T202820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T145029Z
UID:10003348-1760720400-1760725800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Oh Deer!
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegistration required by Wednesday\, Oct. 15: 815-722-9470. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/oh-deer/
LOCATION:O’Hara Woods\, 1034 W. 135th St.\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250922T201455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T144821Z
UID:10003347-1760639400-1760646600@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Mocktober at Isle a la Cache
DESCRIPTION:Say cheers! to this cozy and chilly time of year.\nGuests 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! \nEnd the night by relaxing around the campfire. Light snacks will be provided. \nRegistration required by Tuesday\, Oct. 14: 815-722-9301. Ages 21 and older. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/mocktober-at-isle-a-la-cache/
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:20251014T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T093000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20251008T215858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T134254Z
UID:10003419-1760430600-1760434200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Birds & Beans
DESCRIPTION:Birdwatch with hot\, fresh-brewed\, bird-friendly coffee from the comfort of Isle a la Cache Library.\nChat about the birds that show up at the feeders through the picture windows and enjoy the company of others over winter morning muffins. \nRegistration required by Friday\, Dec. 12: 815-722-9301. Ages 16 or older. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/birds-beans-2/
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:20251011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250922T200437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T144417Z
UID:10003345-1760187600-1760193000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Junior Paleontologists
DESCRIPTION: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 scientific work! \nTwo sessions will be offered: \n\nSession 1: 10:30 a.m.-noon.\nSession 2: 1-2:30 p.m.\n\nRegistration required by Thursday\, Oct. 9: 815-722-9301. Ages 8-12.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/junior-paleontologists-2/
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:20251011T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250922T200151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T144310Z
UID:10003344-1760178600-1760184000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Junior Paleontologists
DESCRIPTION: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 scientific work! \nTwo sessions will be offered: \n\nSession 1: 10:30 a.m.-noon.\nSession 2: 1-2:30 p.m.\n\nRegistration required by Thursday\, Oct. 9: 815-722-9301. Ages 8-12. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/junior-paleontologists/
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:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T103000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250923T192021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T201045Z
UID:10003350-1760173200-1760178600@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Rec Bike Club
DESCRIPTION: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 a 2025 Rec Bike Club shirt! \nAll rides are at 9 a.m. Saturday mornings. \nAdditional dates are as follows: \n\nOct. 4: Hammel Woods Crumby Recreation Area.\nOct. 18: Hadley Valley Gougar Road Access.\nOct. 25: Hickory Creek Preserve Hickory Creek Junction.\n\nRegistration required by Friday\, Oct. 10: 815-727-8700. Ages 16 and older. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/rec-bike-club-2/
LOCATION:McKinley Woods – Kerry Sheridan Grove\, 25055 Walnut Lane\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250920T192758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T155135Z
UID:10003339-1760124600-1760128200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Trick-or-Treat in the Woods: Hidden Oaks Nature Center
DESCRIPTION: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 is a night hike\, not a parking lot trunk or treat. \nTwo sessions will be offered: \n\nSession 1: 6-7 p.m.\nSession 2: 7:30-8:30 p.m.\n\nRegistration required by Thursday\, Oct. 9: 815-722-4121.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/trick-or-treat-in-the-woods-hidden-oaks-nature-center-2/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 419 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250920T192243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T154850Z
UID:10003338-1760119200-1760122800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Trick-or-Treat in the Woods: Hidden Oaks Nature Center
DESCRIPTION: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 is a night hike\, not a parking lot trunk or treat. \nTwo sessions will be offered: \n\nSession 1: 6-7 p.m.\nSession 2: 7:30-8:30 p.m.\n\nRegistration required by Thursday\, Oct. 9: 815-722-4121. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/trick-or-treat-in-the-woods-hidden-oaks-nature-center/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 419 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250920T185837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T154554Z
UID:10003337-1759662000-1759665600@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Seated Yoga & Seasonal Sights
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a lovely morning by taking time for yourself and discovering the wonders of the natural world.\nThis 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 shelter or indoors in our Grand Hall. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing.This is an inclusive program\, welcoming individuals of all abilities. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should submit a request online (Opens in a new window) no later than 48 hours before the program. \nAges 14 or older. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/seated-yoga-seasonal-sights-3/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T103000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250904T182617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T194629Z
UID:10003278-1759568400-1759573800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Rec Bike Club
DESCRIPTION:Join our recreation coordinator on the trail for some fun\, leisurely bike rides this fall!\nMeet 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 receive a 2025 Rec Bike Club shirt! \nAll rides are at 9 a.m. Saturday mornings. Additional dates are as follows: \n\nOct. 11: McKinley Woods\nOct. 18: Hadley Valley — Gougar Road Access\nOct. 25: Hickory Creek Preserve — Hickory Creek Junction\n\nRegistration required by Friday\, Oct. 3: 815-727-8700. \nREGISTER ONLINE FOR REC BIKE CLUB PROGRAMS(Opens in a new window) \nA bicycle and helmet are required for each participant. The trail is paved. 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. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/rec-bike-club/
LOCATION:Hammel Woods\, Black Rd. east of Rte 59\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250919T215950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T153719Z
UID:10003329-1759518000-1759521600@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Trick or Treat in the Woods: Four Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Experience the woods like never before!\nCome 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. \nThis program is a night hike\, not a parking lot trunk or treat. \nTwo sessions will be offered: \nSession 1: 6-7 p.m. \nSession 2: 7-8 p.m. \nRegistration required by Thursday\, Oct. 2: 815-722-9470. \nAll ages. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. \nAdmission is $5 per person.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/trick-or-treat-in-the-woods-four-rivers-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:20251003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250919T215725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T153532Z
UID:10003328-1759514400-1759518000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Trick or Treat in the Woods: Four Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Experience the woods like never before!\nCome 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. \nThis program is a night hike\, not a parking lot trunk or treat. \nTwo sessions will be offered: \nSession 1: 6-7 p.m. \nSession 2: 7-8 p.m. \nRegistration required by Thursday\, Oct. 2: 815-722-9470. \nAll ages. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. \nAdmission is $5 per person. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/trick-or-treat-in-the-woods-four-rivers-2/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250828T201112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T132006Z
UID:10003269-1759312800-1761926400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Spooky Scavenger Hunt at Four Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Wear your favorite costume and search for spooktacular items in the forest with your friends and family or scout group!\nSome items may be natural\, while other items may be SUPER-natural! Can you find them all as you meander through the forest? Stop by Four Rivers Environmental Education Center to get your scavenger hunt and then head out to test your searching skills. It will be a spooktacularly fun time! \nThis ongoing program will be offered from Wednesday\, Oct. 1\, to Friday\, Oct. 31. \nHours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/spooky-scavenger-hunt-at-four-rivers-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:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250828T200033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T131720Z
UID:10003268-1759312800-1761926400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Eat a Bug Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Bugs are not just for animals to eat!\nThis ongoing program will be offered from Wednesday\, Oct. 1\, through Friday\, Oct. 31. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. This is no trick\, but it sure is a treat!  Worldwide\, 80% of countries include bugs in their diet. It is about time we see what great flavors we are missing. Drop in at Hidden Oaks Nature Center to become an entomophagist\, or a person who eats bugs\, by trying a seasoned cricket or mealworm. Try a buggy treat and be rewarded with a prize. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/eat-a-bug-challenge/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 419 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T175031
CREATED:20250828T193956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T150346Z
UID:10003264-1758967200-1758988800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Museum Campus Day
DESCRIPTION: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 French fur traders and Potawatomi who once called this area home. Drop in for self-guided exploration during normal operating hours. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/museum-campus-day-7/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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