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Share the Trails: Cycling Pit Stop
Get your helmet fit, tires inflated, bike checked and learn about trail safety. Presented with Ride Illinois. Grove 4.
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Yoga and Storytime
Join the Bridgeview Library for a short nature story followed by kid’s yoga activities. Ages 3-6 w/adult.
Women’s Night Out: Full Moon Empowerment
An evening designed to empower, connect and inspire us. Led by certified forest therapy guide Gayle Byck. Cost: $10/person. Ages 18 & up.
Wildlife Connections
Stop by the visitor center to learn about reptiles, mammals and birds from the residents of Misericordia – Heart of Mercy. All ages.
Little Red Rocks
Perform or listen to music and poetry during open-mic night.
Yoga in the Preserves
Weekly yoga class for all ages and skill levels. Led by Kim Weber of Be Lightfooted.
Fall Color Walks
Join us for an afternoon stroll.
Hike, Read & Write
Join a naturalist for a hike, followed by a poetry writing workshop. Presented with Poets & Patrons.
Owl Prowl
Join a naturalist for an evening walk while searching for owls.
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.
Fall Open Climb
Scale the indoor climbing wall! Participants must be over 40lbs. Adult supervision and waivers required. Accessible climbing equipment available.
Bachelor’s Grove: Conversations, History & Facts
Join this virtual exploration of Bachelor’s Grove Cemetery, one of the area’s most well-known cemeteries.
Night at the Museum
Step into the shadows for eerie animal encounters, exploration of the 1876 mansion, live musical performances, and the strange wonders lurking in the night…
Cheers to Nature
Enjoy a relaxing evening with an environment-themed lecture from a naturalist. Accessible building. BYOB. Ages 21 & up.
Owl-oween Bash
Jack-o’-lantern walk, campfire stories and festive fun. Costumes encouraged.
Ecological Restoration Weekend
Help restore Sagawau’s diverse ecosystems by removing invasive plant species.
The Great Sand Ridge (Tiny) Pumpkin Hunt
Discover hidden pumpkins on a fun scavenger hunt and take home your own pumpkin. While supplies last. Costumes encouraged!
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
The Great Sand Ridge (Tiny) Pumpkin Hunt
Discover hidden pumpkins on a fun scavenger hunt and take home your own pumpkin. While supplies last. Costumes encouraged!
Día de los Muertos Craft
Decorate a sugar skull to celebrate Day of the Dead. While supplies last.
Nature Journaling
Express yourself and the world around you! Learn how to create a nature journal with an art instructor.
What’s On The Menu?
Join us at feeding time to learn about our outdoor ambassador animals and their habits.
Nation of Nations
In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, Trailside is hosting an exhibit celebrating tribal diversity of contemporary Indigenous Communities whose…