Drawing Owls

Thorn Creek Woods Nature Preserve 247 Monee Rd., Park Forest, IL, United States

Calling all artists, from beginner to advanced and everyone in between. Have fun learning to draw a real-life owl or cute, colorful owl, adding your own creative touches. Explore your unique skills with teaching artist Kim Watts-Rayon. It will be a hoot! All materials will be provided.

Fat, Fur, Food & Fight

Thorn Creek Woods Nature Preserve 247 Monee Rd., Park Forest, IL, United States

Come explore how animals prepare for cold weather and darker days. Participants will create a bird feeder, feel how fat insulates animals and look for clues of winter preparation on a hike in the preserve. This program is sponsored by the Thorn Creek Audubon Society. Fee: $5

Sounds of Insects Night Hike

Thorn Creek Woods Nature Preserve 247 Monee Rd., Park Forest, IL, United States

Join us as we venture out on the trail at dusk to listen for musical and mechanical insect sounds. Many insects become more active as the sun goes down. We'll listen and learn the distinct sounds of common local species and why they make these sounds. This