Forest Preserves of Cook County 2025 Winter Brochure

THROUGHOUT the SEASON Snowshoe Lending Snowshoes available for use on-site when snow is 4” or more. Limited numbers available on a first-come, first-served basis. Ice Traction Shoe Cover Lending Ice traction covers go over your boots to help you gain traction on icy surfaces. Available on first-come, first-served basis. Forest Preserves Staff Art Show Come see an art show featuring the artistic talents of Forest Preserves staff. Saturday, Dec 6–Saturday, January 17 9 am–4 pm (excluding Fridays) Restoration Workdays Help us improve the habitat and remove invasive species Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12–17 w/ adult. Register: tinyurl.com/TSMWinter Sundays, Dec 21, Jan 18, Feb 15 9 am–Noon “Bone” Appetit Join us during feeding time to learn about our ambassador animals. Drop in. Saturdays, Dec 27, Jan 24, Feb 28 • 2 pm DECEMBER DIY Holiday Birdseed Wreath* Help feed our feathered friends this holiday season with a cute, simple birdseed wreath. Materials provided. Ages 10 & up. Saturday, Dec 6 • 1 pm Nature Book Club: “Wild New World” by Dan Flores* Discuss this award-winning book. Presented with the Forest Park Public Library. Ages 18 & up. Thursday, Dec 11 • 7 pm Story Trail – “The Snowy Day” Take a walk and read the posted children’s story. Pick up a craft and activity bag for your own adventures. Drop-in. Friday, Dec 12–Monday, Jan 12 9 am–4 pm Winter is Coming Walk* Join us for a walk as we discuss the changes happening in nature as winter closes in. Family program. Saturday, Dec 13 • 1:30 pm Dawn Owl Prowl* Listen for owls as part of the annual Christmas Bird Count. Led by John Eliott from the Chicago Bird Alliance. Ages 10 & up. Sunday, Dec 14 • 5:30 am 738Thatcher Ave, River Forest, 708.366.6530 Building: 9 am–4 pm, closed Fridays, Grounds: 8 am–4 pm daily, Free Admission 30