Forest Preserves of Cook County 2026 Spring Brochure

THATCHER WOODS 8030 Chicago Ave, River Forest Senior Fitness Walks* Join other seniors for a gentle, moderately paced 1-mile walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Wednesdays, Mar 4, 18; Apr 1, 15; May 6, 20 • 9 am Sacred Wanderings Connect with nature and surround yourself with the energy of the natural world. Led by Unity Temple of Oak Park. For more info; mindful@unitytemple.org Saturdays, Mar 7, Apr 4, May 2, 8:30–10:30 am Forest Therapy Walks in Thatcher Woods* Enjoy a mindful and meditative guided nature walk. Led by Roberta Jannsen, University of Illinois Extension volunteer. Sundays, Apr 26 & May 17 • 1 pm *Registration required. For more information or registration, call 708.366.6530 Pride in the Preserves: Flag Raising & Celebration Join in celebrations after a celebratory flag-raising, honoring the start of a month dedicated to inclusion, visibility and community. Sunday, May 31 • Noon–2 pm Continued from page 31. 32