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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
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:20260422T194006
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251031T180000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250826T194912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T200930Z
UID:10003261-1758960000-1761933600@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:I'm Trying to Love Spiders
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing program runs from Saturday\, Sept. 27\, to Friday\, Oct. 31. Preserve hours are 8 a.m. to sunset. \n“I’m Trying To Love Spiders” is an award-winning\, cleverly engaging book written and illustrated by Bethany Barton. Fact-filled but also silly and relatable\, it should be on everyone’s to-read list. Your heart might not warm up to these creatures\, but you will definitely learn a lot. \nPlease remember squashing bugs in your own home is fine\, but at the forest preserve all creatures great and small should not be harmed. \nNo registration required. \nThis story is appropriate for all ages and will be spaced out along an accessible 0.4-mile trail. Anyone 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. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/im-trying-to-love-spiders/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T200414Z
UID:10003260-1758880800-1758884400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Wild Child
DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist for hands-on activities such as games\, stories\, crafts\, hikes and more!\nAges 3-5. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Answer the call of your wild child by getting outside with this monthly nature-themed program geared toward children ages 3 to 5.  The last Friday of each month we will have something new for you and your child to explore while getting a little dirt on those hands and knees. \nRegistration required by Thursday\, Sept. 25: 815-722-4121. Please register everyone in your group\, children and adults. \nDress accordingly and be prepared for all outdoor activities as well as experiencing all weather types (rain\, shine and even snow).Trails are on natural\, uneven surfaces with elevation changes. 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/wild-child/
LOCATION:Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm\, 475 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250826T193443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T195842Z
UID:10003259-1758621600-1759075200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Fishing for Trash
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing event will be held from Tuesday\, Sept. 23\, to Sunday\, Sept. 28. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Sundays. Pick 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-7/
LOCATION:Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm\, 475 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250821T195612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T194823Z
UID:10003237-1758366000-1758380400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Pelican Party
DESCRIPTION:The migrating American white pelicans are coming in for a landing here at Four Rivers!\nEnjoy seeing a pelican close up at one of the 45-minute live-bird presentations scheduled for 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Meet naturalists at each of the pelican hotspots to observe these huge birds in the wild. Travel along interactive trails with games and activities for the whole family\, including inflatable jousting to learn about the challenges of sibling rivalry and wetland hopscotch to discover the importance of forest preserves. Get your face painted with your favorite animal\, grab lunch from the food truck and enjoy free smores at the trailside campfire. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/pelican-party-2/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250821T195153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T211247Z
UID:10003236-1758351600-1758367800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Summer Send-Off Fishing Derby
DESCRIPTION:Calling all anglers! \nCome on out to Hidden Lakes Trout Farm and close out summer while you try your hand at fishing. We invite you to find the best spot along the shore and try your luck at catching fish. We will provide one free container of nightcrawlers. Prizes will be awarded for the biggest catch\, with first-\, second- and third-place prizes awarded. Pack a lucky charm and bring your favorite fishing pole. Sign up for one session or both! Winners will be announced as soon as results are tallied. The first 25 registrants will receive a free giveaway! \nTwo sessions will be offered:7 to 9 a.m.9:30 to 11:30 a.m. \nAges 5 and older. \nRegistration required by Saturday\, Sept. 20: 815-722-4121. $5.00 per person. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/summer-send-off-fishing-derby/
LOCATION:Hidden Lakes Historic Trout Farm\, 475 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250919T173000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250821T194532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T211122Z
UID:10003235-1758297600-1758303000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:TGIF Ride
DESCRIPTION:Thank goodness its Friday and were set to savor one last summer weekend! \nGrab some friends or make it a date night and get out on the trail with us for a bike ride to kick off the weekend and squeeze in one last summer ride! \nRegistration required by Thursday\, Sept. 18: 815-727-8700. \nAges 16 or older. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/tgif-ride/
LOCATION:Centennial Trail – Romeoville\, 600 E. Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250821T191243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T210040Z
UID:10003234-1758198600-1758204000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:The Trade Field Trip for Homeschool & Remote Learners
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time to Illinois during the 1750s.\nStudents practice the barter system used by the French and American Indians to exchange goods. By participating in a trade\, students learn and see the benefits of this economic process. This is an opportunity for homeschooled or remote-learning students to experience Isle a la Caches field trip programs that are normally only offered to school groups. \nRegistration required by Tuesday\, Sept. 16: 815-722-9301. \nAges 7-12. Students must be accompanied by a chaperone.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/the-trade-field-trip-for-homeschool-remote-learners/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250918T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250821T190838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T205810Z
UID:10003233-1758189600-1758195000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:The Story Circle for Homeschool & Remote Learning
DESCRIPTION:Ages 7-12. Students must be accompanied by a chaperone. Students will learn the importance of oral stories as a means to promote cultural values and traditions as they explore the stories of the French and the American Indians of the Great Lakes region. During this exploration\, students will create a myth using pictography and communicate in American Indian sign language. This is an opportunity for homeschooled or remote-learning students to experience Isle a la Caches field trip programs that are normally only offered to school groups. Registration required by Tuesday\, Sept. 16: 815-722-9301. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/the-story-circle-for-homeschool-remote-learning/
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:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250821T185746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T205617Z
UID:10003231-1758103200-1758108600@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Little Explorers: Hummingbirds
DESCRIPTION:Bring your children to Four Rivers to learn about hummingbirds with a story\, a hike\, hands-on activities\, crafts and free play. Ages 3 – 5. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. \nRegistration required by Tuesday\, Sept. 16: 815-722-9470. \nREGISTER ONLINE(Opens in a new window) \nPlease register yourself along with your child. \nWe encourage experiencing all types of weather\, so please dress yourself and your child accordingly. \nThis is an inclusive program\, welcoming individuals of all abilities. The outdoor hike and activities may take place on paved and natural surfaces across uneven terrain. Four Rivers is an accessible facility. 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.
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/little-explorers-hummingbirds/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250820T175721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T203454Z
UID:10003229-1757847600-1757851200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Seated Yoga & Seasonal Sights
DESCRIPTION:Ages 14 or older. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. \nEnjoy 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 25- to 30-minute natural world exploration. \nRegistration required by Saturday\, Sept. 13: 815-722-9470. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/seated-yoga-seasonal-sights-2/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T103000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250820T175421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T203306Z
UID:10003228-1757840400-1757845800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Yoga and a Hike
DESCRIPTION:Ages 14 or older. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Start the day off right with some self-care\, beautiful nature and quiet reflection. This program includes a 35- to 45-minute all-levels yoga session and a 35- to 45-minute hike along our scenic trails. Registration required by Saturday\, Sept. 13: 815-722-9470. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/yoga-and-a-hike/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250928T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250819T200430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T211640Z
UID:10003220-1757750400-1759086000@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Recycle Your Bicycle
DESCRIPTION:Clean out the garage and make a difference by recycling your bicycle!\nThis ongoing program runs from Saturday\, Sept. 13\, through Sunday\, Sept. 28.  The Forest Preserve District is collecting for Working Bikes(Opens in a new window)\, an organization that refurbishes and distributes bikes globally to individuals with disabilities and in developing countries for transportation. No bike is too old or rusty! Bikes can be dropped off at the following Will County preserves: Hidden Oaks Preserve: 8 a.m.-sunset. The bike drop is located on the southwest side of the parking lot on a flat\, accessible surface. McKinley Woods Kerry Sheridan Grove: The bike drop is centrally located in the preserve parking lot. Monee Reservoir: 6 a.m. to sunset. The bike drop is centrally located in the Monee Reservoir Concessions parking lot. Sugar Creek Preserve: 8 a.m.-sunset. The bike drop is located in the far west parking lot on a flat\, accessible surface. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/recycle-your-bicycle-4/
LOCATION:Sugar Creek Administration Center\, 17540 W. Laraway Rd.\, Joliet\, 60433\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250818T194045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T194927Z
UID:10003215-1757698200-1757705400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Lake Chaminwood Sunset Paddle
DESCRIPTION: Enjoy a sunset paddle with certified instructors at Lake Chaminwood Preserve.\nAlong the way\, interpretive naturalists will highlight some of the wonderful things nature has to offer. \nRegistration required by Thursday\, Sept. 11: 815-722-4121. $20 per person.  Ages 18 and older. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/lake-chaminwood-sunset-paddle/
LOCATION:Lake Chaminwood Preserve\, 24251 W. Shepley Rd.\, Minooka\, IL\, 60447\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T163000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250818T193524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T194730Z
UID:10003214-1757687400-1757694600@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Kayak Kollege
DESCRIPTION:Ages 12 or older. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult. This workshop\, led by American Canoe Association certified instructors\, introduces participants to the sport of kayaking on flat water.  Specific instruction and safety topics are covered on shore. Paddle strokes are demonstrated\, and the variety of kayak types are discussed. Wet exits are demonstrated by instructors on the water\, and there will be time allotted to try out some paddling strokes. \nRegistration required by Thursday\, Sept. 11: 815-722-4121. $35 per person. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/kayak-kollege/
LOCATION:Lake Chaminwood Preserve\, 24251 W. Shepley Rd.\, Minooka\, IL\, 60447\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250818T193046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T194512Z
UID:10003213-1757682000-1757689200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Sights of September Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Come on an adventure as we enjoy the sights of September on the confluence of the Des Plaines and DuPage Rivers.\nYou’ll be guided by certified kayak instructors on this relaxing paddle\, and we will hopefully catch a glimpse of some migrating birds! \nAges 12 or older. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult. \nRegistration required by Thursday\, Sept. 11: 815-722-9470. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/sights-of-september-paddle/
LOCATION:McKinley Woods – Kerry Sheridan Grove\, 25055 Walnut Lane\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T141037Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Drum Circle
DESCRIPTION: Join us in welcoming fall with a fun participatory drum circle.\nJames Evans\, a representative from Three Rivers Drum Circle\, will guide you on your journey as you learn about the instruments and basic techniques for playing them as well as how to create authentic rhythms. \nNo experience necessary! \nRegistration required by Wednesday\, Sept. 10: 815-722-9470. \nAges 18 and older. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/fall-drum-circle/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Education Center\, 25055 S Walnut Ln.\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250813T183906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T200703Z
UID:10003205-1757246400-1757257200@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Living History Exhibit: A Voyageur's Life
DESCRIPTION:Do you think you have what it takes to be a voyageur?\nCan you properly pack a canoe? Trade goods? Navigate the wilderness? During this Living History Encounter\, you will meet voyageurs and settlers who journeyed to this land and made it home. Learn about their journeys and give them a helping hand! \nThis is a drop-in program; come anytime between noon and 3 p.m. \nNo registration required. \nDepending on the weather\, this program is offered indoors or outside. Isle a la Cache Museum is an accessible facility; outdoor activities may take place on uneven terrain. Anyone 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. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/living-history-exhibit-a-voyageurs-life/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250813T183411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T200352Z
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SUMMARY:Quote Quest
DESCRIPTION:This ongoing program will be offered from Sunday\, Sept. 7\, to Sunday\, Sept. 28. \nHours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. \nIn every walk with nature one _________ than he seeks. John Muir. Calling nature explorers of all ages! We have quest than needs to be solved. Our trail is whispering with words\, but theres a problem. A few of the words are missing! Adventure down our red path to not only become inspired by these famous words but see if you can fill in all the blanks.Make sure to start in the nature center for a Quote Quest card and return with all the missing words to earn your prize. \nThere will be both adult quotes and kid quotes to be solved. \nAll Ages. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/quote-quest/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 419 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250813T183034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T200156Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Reading Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Have you seen those BookTok read-a-thon challenges but thought who has the time?!\nWell\, calling all busy grownup bookworms your next chapter begins here! We know life can easily get in the way of your reading goals\, so mark this four-hour program on your calendar to give a little time back to yourself. Pop into the nature center for bookish activities and get the lay of the land. Craft your own bookmark or decorate reading journal pages while sipping on complementary refreshments. Talk with other book lovers and share your favorite reads on our community board. Enter your name in bookish raffles and visit the Fountaindale Public Library District (Opens in a new window) booth for more goodies and a chance to win an ONN tablet. Take a stroll along our Quote Quest scavenger hunt and yes\, theres a prize waiting when you finish! But most importantly grab your current read and cozy up under a tree\, stretch out on the sunny lawn or wander deeper into the woods to find your perfect reading nook. No matter where you choose\, you will be surrounded by natures soundtrack! Ages 16 and older. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/adult-reading-retreat/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 419 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250813T182717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T200005Z
UID:10003202-1757095200-1757098800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Snakes: Our Misunderstand Friends
DESCRIPTION:Snakes are one of the most beautiful\, yet misunderstood and important animals in nature.\nJoin a naturalist to learn snake basics\, dispel some misconceptions\, discover snake species that call Will County home and find out why snakes are our friends. Participants will have the opportunity to meet a live snake up close or admire from a comfortable distance. \nRegistration required by Thursday\, Sept. 4. Call (815) 722-4121 to register. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/snakes-our-misunderstand-friends/
LOCATION:Hidden Oaks Nature Center\, 419 Trout Farm Road\, Bolingbrook\, IL\, 60440\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T190000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250813T182002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T195835Z
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SUMMARY:Creek Creatures
DESCRIPTION:Experience Hammel Woods in a new and exciting way.\nJoin a naturalist in a hands-on exploration of the creek. While visiting the habitats in and around the water\, were sure to spot some interesting creatures. Using a hand lens and nets\, investigate both the small and large wildlife we find. \nAll Ages. \nRegistration required by Wednesday\, Sept. 3: 815-722-9470. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/creek-creatures/
LOCATION:Hammel Woods\, Black Rd. east of Rte 59\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250812T181558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T183429Z
UID:10003198-1756980000-1756985400@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:WonderKids Fossils
DESCRIPTION:Calling all families with preschoolers!\nJoin 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. \nRegistration required by Tuesday\, Sept. 2: 815-722-9301. \nWe have limited space\, so please register everyone attending\, including all adults. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/wonderkids-fossils/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250901T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251130T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250812T181200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T183300Z
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SUMMARY:Woods Walk
DESCRIPTION:Get out on the trail and enjoy the changing of the seasons with the 23rd annual Woods Walk challenge!\nThis ongoing program runs from Monday\, Sept. 1\, through Sunday\, Nov. 30. \nExperience 10 beautiful Will County trails during their fall splendor. Trails range from 0.5 miles to 3 miles in length\, and each trail offers its own unique experience. \nThis year’s featured trails are as follows: \n\n2.5 miles at Hammel Woods\n3 miles at Kankakee Sands Preserve\n2.5 miles at Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Nature Preserve\n2 miles at Messenger Woods Nature Preserve\n1.5 miles at O’Hara Woods Preserve\n0.5 miles at Raccoon Grove Nature Preserve\n1.5 miles at Riverview Farmstead Preserve\n1 mile at Rock Run Rookery Preserve\n2 miles at Theodore Marsh\n1.25 miles on Wauponsee Glacial Trail\n\nTo view all the routes\, visit our interactive map(Opens in a new window) or pick up your booklet after Sept. 1. Don’t forget to log your walks as you go. To participate\, pick up a Woods Walk travel log on or after Sept. 1 online or at select Forest Preserve visitor centers: Four Rivers Environmental Education Center in Channahon\, Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Bolingbrook\, Isle a la Cache Museum in Romeoville\, Plum Creek Nature Center in Crete Township and Sugar Creek Administration Center in Joliet. Returning this year is the option to track and log walks easily and conveniently using the Goosechase app. \nComplete seven of the 10 Woods Walk trails and receive a 2025 Woods Walk hiking medallion featuring a fox. The deadline to submit a completed travel log is Sunday\, Dec. 7. \nFunding for Woods Walk has been generously provided by The Nature Foundation of Will County(Opens in a new window). \nEvent requirements\nNo registration is required. \nThe trails included in the program are asphalt\, limestone or natural surfaces across uneven terrain. 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/woods-walk-2/
LOCATION:Sugar Creek Administration Center\, 17540 W. Laraway Rd.\, Joliet\, 60433\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250823T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250808T201545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T202435Z
UID:10003166-1755943200-1755964800@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 replica Native American longhouse above the pollinator garden?\nThis 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. \nDrop in for self-guided exploration during normal operating hours. All ages are welcome! \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/museum-campus-day-6/
LOCATION:Isle a la Cache Museum\, 501 E Romeo Road\, Romeoville\, IL\, 60446\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T103000
DTSTAMP:20260422T194006
CREATED:20250807T215132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T142627Z
UID:10003163-1755680400-1755685800@iandmcanal.org
SUMMARY:Joliet Iron Works Tour
DESCRIPTION:Which city carried the nickname City of Stone and Steel?\nJoliet’s once-thriving industrial plant rivaled Pittsburgh’s steel power. Explore its stone foundations that are more than 100 years old. A naturalist will share the fascinating stories of the men and machines that worked at the Joliet Iron Works Historic Site. \nRegistration required by Sunday\, Aug. 17: 815-772-9301. Ages 16 or older. \n 
URL:https://iandmcanal.org/events/joliet-iron-works-tour-3/
LOCATION:Joliet Iron Works Park\, 31 Columbia St.\, Joliet\, IL\, 60432\, United States
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