Forest Preserves of Cook County 2025 Fall Brochure

Oak-tober Hike Learn what makes oak trees special. Saturday, Oct 18 • 1 pm Children’s Festival of Lights Learn about the celebration of Diwali and enjoy some holiday activities. Tuesday, Oct 21 & Wednesday, Oct 22 10 am Owl-oween Bash* Jack ‘o lantern hike, campfire stories and festive fun. Costumes encouraged. Register for a timeslot. Friday, Oct 24 • 6–9 pm Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt Self-guided search for hidden pumpkins. Costumes encouraged. Sunday, Oct 26 • 11 am–3 pm Ethnobotany Trail Exhibit Grab a hand-out and go on the trails! Discover how various cultures, especially indigenous communities, use plants. Wednesday, Oct 29–Saturday, Nov 29 NOVEMBER Dia de los Muertos celebration* Enjoy music, crafts and an ofrenda display. Bring a pet photo to honor their memory. Saturday, Nov 1 • 6–9 pm Bison on the Trail Celebrate National Bison Day by looking for “bison,” decorated by the community. Saturday, Nov 1–Saturday, Nov 8 Plants in the Military Celebrate Veterans Day, and observe how plants were widely used in the military. Thursday, Nov 6 • 10 am Why Did the Woolly Bear Cross the Road? Come learn about ways the Woolly Bear caterpillar, and other moths and butterflies make it through the harsh winter months. Sunday, Nov 9 • 1 pm Pride Night: Queer Trivia* All are welcome to test their knowledge of animal gender fluidity and courtship. Enjoy nature around the campfire. Friday, Nov 21 • 7-9 pm Restoration Workday* Help remove invasive species. Ages 8 & up. Saturday, Nov 22 • 10 am-Noon Four Seasons Walk Series: Fall Forest Bathing* Join Gayle Byck from InTune with Nature to form a deeper connection to nature on this forest bathing journey. Sunday, Nov 23 • 1–3 pm Continued from page 15. *Registration required. For more information or registration, call 847.391.6592 16