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Forest Preserves of Cook County Events and Activities
5/21/2014 - 6/17/2014
Saturday, 5/24/2014, 11 am-7 pm
Aquatic Centers Open -- Free Day
Whealan Pool Aquatic Center
6200 W. Devon Avenue, Chicago, Illinois
Green Lake Aquatic Center
1100 River Oaks Drive, Calumet City, Illinois
Cermak Aquatic Center
7600 W. Ogden Avenue, Lyons, Illinois
Aquatic Centers open for summer and are free on Saturday.
Saturday, 5/24/2014 - 5/26/2014
Aquatic Centers Opening Weekend
The Forest Preserves' three Aquatic Centers are open Memorial Day Weekend, with Saturday 5/24 a free day. The Aquatic Centers begin daily operation for the summer on 5/31/2014 and will be open every day until 9/1/2014 from 11am-7pm.
Regular admission: Children 3 and under Free. Children 4 to 12 $4.00. Adults 13 and up $6.00. A Family Aquatic Pass is $150.00 for a family of four. An Individual Aquatic Pass is $40.00.
Saturday, 5/24/2014 - Monday, 9/1/2014, 10 am - 5 pm
Butterflies & Blooms, Chicago Botanic Garden
Visitors can immerse themselves in a habitat filled with hundreds of live butterflies. This exhibition is filled with species native to North and South American, Asia, and Africa, as well as those native to Illinois. Ticket fee applies.
Saturday, 5/24/2014, 1:30 pm
Nature Tales: Beavers, Lumberjacks of the Great Lakes, Sand Ridge Nature Center, South Holland
Learn all about the largest member of the rodent family and observe the handiwork of some local beavers.
Whealan Pool Aquatic Center, 6200 W. Devon, Chicago
Green Lake Aquatic Center, 1100 River Oaks Dr., Calumet City
Cermak Aquatic Center, 7600 W. Ogden, Lyons
Thursday, 5/29/2014, 7 pm
Conservation in America, Trailside Museum, River Forest, Illinois
Explore the ideas and practice of conservation from before Thoreau to 21st century conservation biology. Adults and teens. Register by 5/26/2014.
Saturday, 5/31/2014, 1 pm
Tree Key, Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, Lemont, Illinois
Learn to identify trees by examining their leaves. We will use The Tree Finder by May Watts to help decipher tree characteristics.
Wednesday, 6/4/2014, 10 am-2 pm
Nature IS Accessible!, Little Red School House Nature Center, Willow Springs, Illinois
Experience hikes, pond exploration, and activity tables for people of all ages and abilities.
Saturday, 6/7/2014, 9:30 am - 1 pm
Little Calumet River Ecology Paddle and Cleanup Little Calumet Boat Launch, Ashland & Jackson, Riverdale, Illinois
Saturday, 6/7/2014, 10 am - 4 pm
World Environment Day, Chicago Botanic Garden
Enrich your world and awareness of current environmental topics with a panel discussion, special programs and displays, and fun activities for all ages.
Sunday, 6/8/2014, 9 am - 12 pm
Fishing Derby hosted by Cook County Commissioner Timothy O. Schneider, Busse Woods, Elk Grove Village, Illinois
Celebrate a summer day by fishing at Busse Woods with friends and family. Bring your fishing gear and fish for fantastic prizes! No fishing license needed during the Illinois Free Fishing Days! REGISTER: Call (847) 640-1632, or email tim.schneider@cookcountyil.gov <mailto:tim.schneider@cookcountyil.gov>
Sunday, 6/8/2014, 12-4 pm
Explore the Forest: Celebrating the Forest Preserves of Cook County, Crabtree Nature Center, Barrington Hills, Illinois
Celebrate 100 years of the Forest Preserves efforts to restore, restock and protect our natural wonders, provide new recreational opportunities and have fun in nature! See the equipment used in our restoration efforts. Practice casting, get a free bike tune-up and more!
Sunday, 6/8/2014, 10 am - 2 pm
Model Sailboat Sunday, Chicago Botanic Garden
Watch model sailboats race across the North Lake and learn about building and sailing from model sailing enthusiasts.
Tuesday, 6/10/2014, 10 am - 2 pm
Live Healthy Discover Nature, Daley Plaza, Chicago, Illinois
The Forest Preserves and partner groups come to Daley Plaza to celebrate the beginning of summer. Meet Preserves staff and partners and learn about all the great things happening in the Preserves this summer. A noontime musical performance is part of the celebration.
Wednesday, 6/11/2014, 4 - 8 pm
Nature Obstacle Course & Archery Night
Eggers Woods, 11201 S. Avenue B, Chicago, Eggers Woods, 11201 S. Avenue B, Chicago
Families, try our outdoor challenge! Attempt our nature obstacle course-created from all-natural forest materials. You can also join our staff for archery instruction and activities. Obstacle course for all ages; archery for ages 10 and up.
Saturday, 6/14/2014, 11 am-4 pm
Beaubien Woods Celebration, Beaubien Woods, I 94 & Doty Ave, Chicago
Have fun at this annual family event sponsored in partnership with Fishin' Buddies and the Calumet Stewardship Initiative. Fish, explore, build with natural materials, hike and more!
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