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Insect Investigation
Join a naturalist as we investigate this fascinating group of organisms.
The Buzz on Bees
Visit our beehives and meet the beekeepers to learn about bees, pollination and honey.
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Junior Naturalist Walk
Earn a Junior Naturalist badge by taking a short walk, then doing an indoor activity book. Ages 6-12 w/ caregiver.
Little Red Rocks
Share or enjoy music and poetry as the sun sets during our open-mic night.
Sulky Bird Count
Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. All levels of…
Sulky Bird Count
Join a naturalist as we explore this preserve while looking for local birds. A limited supply of binoculars available for loan at select events. All levels of…
Wildlife Connections
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy. All ages.
Walk & Talk
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be led at a slower pace with…
Yoga in the Preserves
Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
Summer Artisan Series: Floral Arranging
Get crafty on select evenings. New topics each month.
Digital Detox in the Garden
Learn how plants can help us disconnect from our devices. Led by Wandering Paths Founder and flower farmer Navraaz Kaur Basati.
Nature’s Art Box
Explore the wild side of creativity! Kids ages 3–6 with an adult can enjoy hands-on nature-inspired art and activities. Supplies provided.
Twilight Creations: Open Art Space
Musicians, poets and visual artists find inspiration during the twilight hours indoors or outdoors.
Be a Better Birder: Getting Started
Learn how to build your birding kit, how to get started birding and where you can find resources.
Sunset Photography Meetup
Join nature photographers for a guided walk to explore the grounds and capture nature in the fading light of dusk.
Nature Weaving Workshop for Seniors
Join local artist Phyllis Frick in exploring weaving with natural vegetation, seeds and more. Materials provided.
Night of Nature Play
Experience nature at night through open play, star gazing and s’mores.
Partial Eclipse of the Moon
Bring a chair and experience a breathtaking partial total lunar eclipse as it slowly transforms the night sky.
Kayak the Salt Creek Water Trail
Kayak 9 miles from Bemis Woods to Plank Road Meadow. Equipment and shuttle provided. Experience required.
Walk & Talk: Champion Tree Hike
Walk & Talk Hikes are for the curious mind who wants to know more about the Forest Preserves and natural areas. These walks will be led at a slower pace with…
Listening to Nature
W. Long will lead us in an exploration of the soundscape via the trails of the Sagawau Environmental Learning Center. Ages 13 & up.
Meet the Birds
Stop by to see our birds at mealtime.
“Bone” Appetit
Join us at feeding time as we give our outdoor Ambassador Animals their dinner.