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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Department: Department of Conservation and Experiential Programming
Summary: Forest Preserves of Cook County Calendar - 4/11/2017 - 5/11/2017
TODAY, Tuesday, 4/11; 10 am - 2 pm
Spring Breakout Adventures, Dan Ryan Woods Pavilion, Chicago
Spring Breakout Adventures offer the chance to practice archery, explore bountiful wildlife and plant species, as well as improve your navigation skills. All ages. No registration required. For general information or to inquire about available bussing for groups of 25 or more, call 312-415-2970.
THIS EVENING, Tuesday, 4/11; 7:30 to 9 pm
Full Moon Frogs, Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center, Willow Springs
Assist a naturalist as we monitor frog activity under the full moon. Registration required. Ages 12 & up.
Wednesday, 4/12 and 5/3; 5:30 - 7 pm
Camping 101, Camp Dan Beard, 200 Portwine Rd, Northbrook
Camping 101 is a hands-on workshop series designed to teach basic camping skills. Learn tent set-up, campfire cooking, camping fun, dressing for camping, camping etiquette and more. Join us on select Wednesday evenings through May. No registration required. FREE!
Saturday, 4/15; 9 am - Noon
Navigation Unplugged, Wolf Road Woods, 9800 Wolf Rd, Willow Springs
Learn the basics of orienteering (using a map and compass), then put your skills to the test with orienteering courses on the trail. Appropriate for ages 8 & up. Call 312-415-2970 for more information.
Saturday, 4/15; 1 pm
Beginning Oils, Crabtree Nature Center, Barrington Hills
Let artist Bob Nielsen show you how to get started with oil painting.
Sunday, 4/16; 10 am
Canyon Tour, Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, Lemont
Sagawau Canyon hikes highlight the geology of Northeastern Illinois. The hike is over rough terrain, and wading through a stream is necessary. Registration starts the Monday prior to the program date, either in person or by phone. No groups. Space is limited.
Sunday, 4/16; 11 am - 2 pm
Family Fun Drop In, River Trail Natu...
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