Bat Night for Adults

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

Enjoy an evening at Hammel Woods exploring the habitat of our local bat species. Watch the bats emerge from their sleeping quarters to go out on their nightly hunt. Using echolocation technology, listen for bats as we stretch our legs on a short hike. Discover some fascinating

Bat Night for Families

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

Enjoy an evening at Hammel Woods exploring the habitat of our local bat species. Play bat-themed games and discover fascinating facts about these flying mammals. Watch the bats emerge from their sleeping quarters to go out on their nightly hunt and enjoy a short night hike. Fee:

All About Bats

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

Join a naturalist to learn about these often misunderstood fascinating creatures of the night. Learn about our local bat species and find out how they are essential to a healthy ecosystem. As the bats silently leave their daytime roost, we'll use bat-detecting equipment to reveal exactly who

Fun & Food Trucks

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

Celebrate summer nights with the second of this year's Fun & Food Trucks events. Eat eclectic local foods in the preserve while having a blast participating in a variety of activities. This event will offer something for the entire family, including live music, outdoor lawn games and