Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
Trout Fishing for Kids
Wood Dale Grove Forest Preserve 895 N Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale, IL, United StatesIntroduce your young anglers to trout fishing at this preseason special event that's just for them. Bait provided. Family members 16 and older are welcome to join the young anglers but may not fish themselves. Ages 15 and under with an adult. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-933-7668.
Maple Sugaring
Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United StatesDiscover how sap becomes syrup as you try tapping with tools from the 1890s, check the collection buckets, watch sap thicken over the fire, and try a taste of real maple syrup. All ages. The program is free, but thereβs a suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the...
Archery: All Ages – FULL
St. James Farm Warrenville, IL, United StatesWhether youβre new to the sport or looking for a refresher, join us to learn safety tips, proper shooting techniques, and basic skills. Equipment provided. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. $5 per person. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
Maple Sugaring
Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United StatesDiscover how sap becomes syrup as you try tapping with tools from the 1890s, check the collection buckets, watch sap thicken over the fire, and try a taste of real maple syrup. All ages. The program is free, but thereβs a suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the...
Fishing: Spring Trout Season Opener
Various Locations IL, United StatesTry your luck on Silver, Pickerel, or Grove lakes. Anglers 16 and older must carry valid Illinois fishing licenses with inland trout stamps. All ages. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-933-7668. Locations: Blackwell, Pratt's Wayne Woods, Wood Dale Grove
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party
Fullersburg Woods 3609 Spring Rd, Oak Brook, IL, United StatesJoin us for a party with solar viewing glasses, activities, crafts, and, in case of clouds, a live stream of the eclipse. The maximum eclipse will take place at 2:07 p.m. All ages. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-933-7248.
Sheep Shearing
Kline Creek Farm 1N600 County Farm Road, West Chicago, IL, United StatesWatch farmers hand shear our heritage Cotswold sheep, and learn about the role of sheep on an 1890s farm. Suggested admission donation of $5 per person ages 3 and up to enter the farm. All ages. Free. No registration. Questions? Call 630-876-5900.
Cicada Adventures
Various Locations IL, United StatesThe 17-year periodical cicadas are set to emerge again this summer! Don't miss out on the chance to celebrate their emergence on a guided hike! Cicada Adventures will take place on the following dates, free, no registration required. Questions? Call 630-933-7248. May 22 β’ 3 β 6 p.m. β’ Fullersburg Woods June 1 β’ 9...
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