Forest Preserves of Cook County 2025 Summer Brochure

SAND RIDGE fpdcc.com SOUTH SAND RIDGE African American Traditional Ecological Knowledge Through Storytelling Sunday, Jul 6 • 1 pm Red, White and…Black?* Join us for a walk to search for local woodpeckers and learn about their amazing traits. Sunday, Jul 6 • 3–4:30 pm The “Freedom Trail” Bus & Walking Tour* Join us for a narrated bus tour and walk to hear the tale of the "Freedom Seekers" who came through the Calumet region prior to the Civil War. Presented with Midwest Underground Railroad Network. Saturday, Jul 26 • 10 am–1 pm AUGUST Green Lake Open Fishing Clinic* Join us as we learn to sh. Instructions and equipment provided. Fishing license required for ages 16 & up. All ages. 10 person max every 30 minutes. Saturday, Aug 2 • 10 am–Noon Green Lake )aPil\ ATuatiF &enter, 1100 River Oaks 'r, &aluPet &it\ Environmental Education Camp* Campers will learn about local ecology through games, crafts and outdoor activities. Ages 6-13. Cost: $25/child. Monday, Aug 4–Friday, Aug 8 8:30 am–12:30 pm Underground Railroad Southland Chicago Bus Tour* Visit Underground Railroad sites and locations of signi cance for Black history in Chicago Southland. Presented with Midwest Underground Railroad Network. Saturday, Aug 23 • 10 am–1 pm Please call 708.868.0606 for more information or registration. Sensory Stroll* Enrich your senses as you take in the sights, sounds, smells and more on a casual guided walk. Sunday, Aug 24 • 9–10 am Sit ‘N’ Sip: Hummingbirds -Drop-in* Observe hummingbirds stock up for their southward migration and enjoy coffee and tea. Saturday, Aug 30 • 8–10 am CAMP SHABBONA 15810 S Torrence Ave, South Holland Nature at Night/Noches de la naturaleza* Join us for evening explorations at the campground! ¡Acompáñanos en nuestros campamentos y naturaleza para una tarde de exploracion! Todas las edades bienvenidas. Saturdays • 7–9 pm Jun 28 Jul 12 Jul 19 Campus Open House Celebrate summer and explore what Sand Ridge has to offer with guided walks, artmaking and games. Saturday, Jul 26 • 11 am–3 pm From Oceans to Lakes to Rivers: Maintaining Knowledge Through Forced Migrations Sunday, Aug 3 • 1 pm Aug 2 Aug 9 *Registration required. 41