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PROPOSED MISCELLANEOUS ITEM OF BUSINESS
Department: Conservation and Experiential Programming
Summary: Forest Preserves of Cook County Calendar - 12/15/2015 - 1/18/2016
Thursday, 12/17; 6:30 - 8:30 am
Solstice Sunrise Celebration, Cummings Square, 536 N Harlem Ave, River Forest
Help us welcome the sunrise with a fire and celebration as we approach the shortest day of the year. All ages.
Fridays, 12/18 and 1/8; 7 pm
Evening Owl Hike, Crabtree Nature Center, Barrington Hills
Listen to a talk about these nocturnal hunters, then join us as we look for these unique predators. Registration required.
Saturday, 12/19 - Monday, 3/7; Open daily, 9 am - 4 pm
Cross-Country Ski Trails Open, Sagawau Nordic,
Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, Lemont
Trails will be opened and groomed as snow conditions permit. All skiers must obtain a free trail pass. Rentals available until 2 pm. Rental equipment must be returned by 3:45 pm. Rental Rates: Individual-$15; Senior-$10; Family-$40. Must be at least 18 years old or accompanied by parent or guardian to rent skis. Equipment is for use at Sagawau only.
Saturdays, 12/19 and 12/26, 1 pm
Beginning Snowshoeing, Crabtree Nature Center, Barrington Hills
Join us for a quick lesson on snowshoeing basics and a naturalist-led trek. If adventurous, continue along on your own. Requires a minimum 4" snow base. Registration required. Space is limited.
Saturdays, 12/19 and 1/3; 1:30 pm
Snowshoe Hikes, River Trail Nature Center, Northbrook
Enjoy a guided winter hike on our trails with snowshoes if there's snow (or on foot if not). Equipment is limited. Register at least two days prior.
Sunday, 12/20; 6 am
Dawn Owl Walk, Trailside Museum of Natural History, River Forest
Owls announce territory and begin courtship in early winter. As part of the 116th annual Christmas Bird Count, we'll search for great horned and screech owls in Thatcher Woods. Led by John Elliott, Chicago Audubon. Adults and children 10 & up. ...
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