November 2017
Navigation Geocaching
Try a family-friendly treasure-hunting activity using a GPS unit. Equipment provided. Ages 6 and up; under 16 with an adult. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
Find out more »Cast Iron Cooking Thanksgiving
Celebrate Thanksgiving by helping to prepare a traditional meal over an open campfire. Ages 7 and up; under 18 with an adult. $10 per person ages 13 and up; $5 ages 7 – 12. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
Find out more »Nature Scavenger Hunt
Learn about the critters that call the forest preserves home during a guided scavenger hunt. Ages 5 – 8 with an adult. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
Find out more »March 2020
Cast-Iron Cooking
Help prepare a hearty meal over an open campfire as you learn tips for cooking with cast iron. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. $20 per person. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
Find out more »September 2021
Nature Walk at Churchill Woods
Discover new and exciting nature facts and finds as you explore a preserve on a casual guided walk, which will be 2 miles or less. All ages; under 18 with an adult. $5 per person. Register online or at 630-933-7248. Timeslots from 9:00am - 10:00am or 11:00am - 12:00pm
Find out more »December 2021
Cast-Iron Cooking
Help prepare a hearty meal over an open campfire as you learn tips for cooking with cast iron. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. $20 per person. Register online or at 630-933-7248. November 20: Churchill Woods December 4: Herrick Lake
Find out more »January 2022
Snowshoe Scavenger Hunt
Try on a pair of snowshoes and track off trail at Churchill Woods while doing a self-guided scavenger hunt. A Ranger will tend a fire for you to warm up at when you return from your adventure! All ages; under 18 with an adult. $5 per person. To register by phone instead, call 630-933-7248.
Find out more »March 2022
Cast-Iron Cooking
Help prepare a hearty meal over an open campfire as you learn tips for cooking with cast iron. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. $20 per person. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
Find out more »April 2022
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Learn about the critters that call the forest preserves home during a guided scavenger hunt. Ages 5 – 8 with an adult. $5 per person. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
Find out more »June 2022
Archery: Games
Compete with other participants in different archery games designed to be enjoyable for all skill levels. Ages 8 and up; under 18 with an adult. $5 per person. Register online or at 630-933-7248.
Find out more »Nature Scavenger Hunt
Learn about the critters that call Churchill Woods home during a guided scavenger hunt. Please meet in the Churchill Woods West Picnic Area. Pull in at the sign labeled Churchill Woods Forest Preserve District of DuPage County and park in the lot. Follow the path at the far end of the lot— the picnic area is adjacent to the trail. In the event of poor weather, please meet in the shelter east further along the trail. For ages 5-8 and…
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