Forest Preserves of Cook County 2025 Summer Brochure

Fridays in the Field -Drop-in Discover something new in nature when the buildings are closed. Fridays, Jun 20–Aug 15 • 10 am–Noon Forest Therapy Immerse yourself in nature, fostering mindfulness and wellness with a forest therapy guide. Ages 18 & up. Saturdays, Jun 21, Jul 19, Aug 23, 1–2:30 pm Nature’s Art Box Come join us for a nature-based art activity. Ages 3–6 w/adult. Thursdays, Jun 26, Jul 31, Aug 28 10:30 am Feeding Time Learn about the diets of our ambassador animals, their habitats and observe a feeding demonstration. Saturdays, Jun 28, Jul 26, Aug 2 • 11 am 9800 Willow Springs Rd,WillowSprings,708.839.6897 Building: 9 am–5 pm, closed Fridays, Grounds: 8 am–5 pm daily, Free Admission S.E.N.I.O.R.S. Seniors Enjoying Nature Inside/Outside Rain or Shine! Strengthen your connection to nature with different programs every month. Ages 55 & up. Thursdays, Jun 12 & Aug 14 • 10 am THROUGHOUT the SEASON Sunrise Hikes Come join us for a “before hours” hike to experience the dawning of a new day. Sundays, Jun 8 • 5 am; Jul 13 • 5:15 am; Aug 10 • 5:45 am R.I.P. Stewardship Join us as we Remove Invasive Plants with bow saws or loppers. Tools provided. Ages 18 & up. Saturdays, Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 9 10 am–Noon 36