Forest Preserves of Cook County 2026 Spring Brochure

APRIL Amphibian Outing Join a walk and be on the lookout for amphibians during their most active time of year. Friday, Apr 3 • 8 am Spears Woods, 96th Ave, south of W 87th St, Willow Springs Crafternoon-Paint and Sip Join us for an evening of art and alcohol. BYOB (no glass). Ages 21 & up. Friday, Apr 3 • 5–8 pm Camp Sullivan, 14630 Oak Park Ave, Oak Forest Woodcock Watch* Witness the magical courtship display of the male woodcock. Bring binoculars. Friday, Apr 10 • 7 pm Country Lane Woods, 95th St, east of Flavin Rd/Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs Spring Wildflower Walk Guided walk to discover blooming spring wildflowers, learn species and enjoy nature. Thursdays, Apr 23 & May 28 • 5 pm St. Mihiel Woods-East, Central Ave, south of 167th St, Tinley Park MAY Bird Walk* Join us on a walk through Orland Grass- land to look for grassland birds. 1.5 miles. Register: call 630.257.2045 Tuesday, May 5 • 7:30 am Orland Grassland-South, 104th Ave, south of 179th St, Orland Park EXPLORE MORE PAGES 4–12 *Registration required. For more information, unless otherwise noted, please call 312.533.5751. Bird Migration Walk Learn about spring migration patterns and look for local and migrant birds. Binoculars available for loan. 2 miles. Thursday, May 7 • 8 am Spears Woods, 96th Ave, south of W 87th St, Willow Springs Decomposition in the Forest Join us for a 2.5 mile walk and learn about decomposition, fungi and the importance of decay in the forest. Tuesday, May 19 • 10 am Country Lane Woods, 95th St, east of Flavin Rd/Willow Springs Rd, Willow Springs Adult Night Hike BYOB (no glass) and learn about nocturnal animals and the night sky before taking part in a 1.5 mile guided hike. 21 & up. Thursday, May 28 • 7 pm Wolf Road Woods, Wolf Rd, south of 95th St, Willow Springs fpdcc.com 35 SOUTHWEST • Chicago