Forest Preserves of Cook County 2026 Fall Brochure

OCTOBER World Migratory Bird Day Paddle* Experience the magic of migration with Friends of the Chicago River and Chicago Ornithological Society. Register: chicagoriver.org/events Saturday, Oct 3 • 10 am–1 pm Linne Woods, Grove 2, W Dempster St, east of Lehigh Ave, Morton Grove NOVEMBER Stars, Stories, & S’mores Listen to stories, take a night hike, make s’mores and more. Presented with the American Indian Health Services Center. Friday, Nov 6 • 6–8 pm LaBagh Woods, Grove 2, N Cicero Ave, north of W Foster Ave, Chicago Additional North Zone Events SEPTEMBER Share the Trails: Cycling Pit Stop Get your helmet t, tires in ated, bike checked and learn about trail safety. Presented with Ride Illinois. Sundays, Sept 6, Oct 25 • 2:30–4:30 pm Nature Wellness Walk* Practice mindfulness and meditation during this leisure walk. Led by University of Illinois Extension. Ages 18 & up. Friday, Sept 11 • 10 am–Noon Linne Woods, Grove 2, W Dempster St, east of Lehigh Ave, Morton Grove Every Child Matters Powwow Celebrate Native American culture. Enjoy traditional Powwow, native food, and listen to stories. Register: call 773.883.9100. Saturday, Sept 26 • 11 am–5 pm Bunker Hill, Grove 1, N Caldwell Ave, south of W Touhy Ave, Niles Continued from page 19 Fall Nature Fest Engage with local environmental groups and businesses while enjoying food, games, Jesse White Tumblers, and animal ambassadors. More info: commissionerdegnen.com/ fallnaturefest Saturday, Sept 12 • Noon–3 pm LaBagh Woods, Groves 1–4, N Cicero Ave, north of W Foster Ave, Chicago NORTH 21