Forest Preserves of Cook County 2025 Winter Brochure

Restoration Day and Solstice Bonfire* Help us remove invasive species, followed by a brush-pile bonfire and snacks. Equipment provided. Ages 12 & up. Ages 12–17 w/ adult. Register: tinyurl.com/TSsolstice Sunday, Dec 21 • 9 am–Noon Fun with Fossils! Learn all about fossils, make your own “fossil” and peruse some of our best fossils. Ages 4 & up. Drop in. Tuesday, Dec 23 • 10 am–3 pm Winter Secrets Hike* Discover the secrets beneath the snow and ice during a walk! Family program. Tuesday, Dec 30 • 1:30 pm JANUARY New Year’s Resolution Walk* Fulfill your resolution of being more active by taking a brisk guided walk on our trails. Ages 18 & up. Friday, Jan 2 • 10 am Family Winter Scavenger Hunt and Campfire Enjoy a self-guided scavenger hunt for signs of animals and plant life. Followed by snacks and relaxing around a campfire with the whole family. Sunday, Jan 4 • 1–2:30 pm Bird Painting Workshop Step-by-Step: Red-breasted Nuthatch* Sketch and paint a 9”x12” canvas using acrylic paints. All materials provided. Cost: $5/person. Ages 13 & up. Friday, Jan 16 • 9:30 am–Noon FEBRUARY Bluegrass Jam -Drop in Bring your own guitar, fiddle, etc. and join the jam! All are welcome to play or listen. For all ages; no reservation needed. Sunday, Feb 1 • 1–3 pm CENTRAL TRAILSIDE *Registration required. For more information or registration, call 708.366.6530 THATCHER WOODS Chicago Ave, west of Thatcher Ave, River Forest Senior Fitness* Join us for a 1-mile, easy-paced walk. Led by Master Naturalist Roberta Jannsen. Wednesdays, Dec 3, 17; Jan 7, 21; Feb 4, 18 • 9 am Sacred Wanderings Connect with nature and surround yourself with energy of the natural world. Provided by Unity Temple of Oak Park. More info: mindful@unitytemple.org . Saturdays, Dec 6, Jan 3, Feb 7 8:30–10:30 am Owls* Come visit with us to learn about the fascinating owls and meet an ambassador animal! Family program. Saturday, Feb 7 • 1:30 pm Nature Walk & Mingle for Singles Join other singles for a walk, then break the ice indoors over warm beverages and games. Ages 18 & up. Saturday, Feb 14 • 1:30 pm Nature Book Club: “The Comfort of Crows” by Margaret Renkl Presented with Forest Park Public Library. Register: forestpark.librarycalendar.com/ Thursday, Feb 19 • 7 pm Forest Park Public Library, 7555 Jackson Blvd, Forest Park 31