Forest Preserve District of Will County
Little Explorers
Four Rivers Environmental Education Center 25055 S Walnut Ln, Channahon, IL, United StatesBats are often misunderstood, but they are truly magnificent and beneficial creatures. Bring your children to Four Rivers to learn about our local bat species. Activities may include a story, a hike, hands-on activities, crafts and free play.
Pond Safari
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesAlong the pondโs edge is vegetation, leaves and good old muck. It makes the perfect habitat for aquatic insects, tadpoles, crayfish and more! Join a naturalist to discover what lies beneath the surface of the ponds at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm. We will arm you with nets and teach you what to look for so...
Super Blue Moon Night Hike
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesAge: Ages 3-5; accompanied by an adult Join us monthly for nature-themed programs geared toward 3-5 year olds. Hands-on activities may include a hike, story, games, music, art and more. Be prepared for indoor and outdoor activities. We encourage experiencing the outdoors, rain or shine, so please dress accordingly. Plum Creek Nature Center is an...
Living History Encounter
Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E. Romeo Rd, Romeoville, IL, United StatesDuring Living History Encounters, you may find cooks, seamstresses, voyageurs, soldiers or craftsmen sharing their talents.
Fall on the Farm
Riverview Farmstead Preserve Book Road and Hassert Boulevard, Naperville, IL, United StatesVisit the farm for some old-fashioned fun and learn about life on the farmstead. Tour the limestone house and barns, meet some farmyard animals in the petting zoo and try your hand at some farmstead chores. See tractors and antique farm equipment up close and personal and learn what they do. The farm will be...
Summer Sendoff Fishing Derby
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesCalling all anglers! Come on out to Hidden Lakes Trout Farm and try your hand at fishing. We invite you to find the best spot along the shore and try your luck at catching fish. We will provide one free container of nightcrawlers. First-, second- and third-place prizes will be awarded for the biggest catch....
Museum Campus Exploration Day
Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E. Romeo Rd, Romeoville, IL, United StatesHave you ever wondered whatโs going on in our 18th-century Traders Cabin or wanted to peek inside the Native American Longhouse? This is your chance to explore the buildings at Isle a la Cache Museum and learn about the French fur traders and Potawatomi who once called this area home. Drop in for self-guided exploration...
Wild Child
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesREGISTER BY THE DAY BEFORE Answer the call of your wild child by getting outside with this monthly nature-themed program geared toward children ages 3 to 5. Join a naturalist for hands-on activities such as games, stories, crafts, hikes and more! On the last Friday of each month, we will have something new for you...
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