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Meditation & Sound Bath
Monthly guided meditation and immersive sound bath session led by Vibyana. Yoga mats provided.
Senior Nature Club
Discover nature through activities. Ages 55 & up.
Stories in the Forest
Join the River Forest Public Library for storytelling! Ages 0-5 w/ adult. Drop in.
S.E.N.I.O.R.S.
Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Seniors can deepen their connection to the outdoors with fresh, engaging nature programs offered each…
Trace Monotype Printing
Learn about monotype printmaking! Create your own one-of-a-kind print. Materials provided. All levels welcome. Drop in.
Bat Chat
Learn about these fascinating creatures while watching for them over the river.
Craftpalooza
Kids, get creative! Help decorate a large canvas with stamps, paint and markers. Presented with the North Riverside Public Library.
Wellness in the Woods: Fitness Walk
Join a Master Naturalist for a brisk walk around this 3-mile paved trail.
Bird Walk
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 […]
Hummingbird Fest
Let’s celebrate hummingbirds and learn how they connect nature, people and culture. View hummingbirds in the garden, chat with naturalist staff all things…
Watercolor Workshop with Berry-based Paints
Join Navraaz Basati of Wandering Paths, LLC on a forest therapy walk, then paint using plant-based inks on seed paper.
Nature Wellness Walk
Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practice during this leisure walk. Presented by University of Illinois-Extension. Ages 18 & up. Grove 1.
Forest Therapy Walk
Enjoy a mindful and mediative guided nature walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer.
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Cultural Presentation and Dance Exhibition
A showcase of Native dance forms and cultural presentations. Presented with the American Indian Center of Chicago.
Camping 101: Overnight!
Part workshop, part campout! Learn camping skills then spend the night. Cost: $50/group of 6. Event starts at 5:30 pm.
Restoration Workday
Help us restore our natural communities of woodland and prairie. Equipment provided. Ages 10 & up. Ages 10-14 w/ adult.
Intro to Kayaking Class
Learn basic skills for beginner kayakers. Equipment provided.
Summertime Stories
The Naperville Chinese Storytellers share stories in Chinese followed by nature-based art and activities. Ages 10 & under w/ adult.
Forest Therapy
Join us for a guided, meditative walk to connect back to nature and to ourselves. Led by an Illinois Master Naturalist. Ages 18 & up. […]
River Monsters
Search for and study the aquatic life of the Des Plaines River.
Wee Wonders: Hummingbirds
Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
Wee Wonders: Hummingbirds
Learn about nature through sensory experiences, stories and artmaking. Ages 2-5 w/ adult.
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.