Beginner Foraging – 6/6/2026

Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center Main Room - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

Let’s go outdoors! We’re learning an new skill to help us survive in the wilderness. Join us for a crash course in edible plants in our area and take home your own foraging guide.

Low Ropes & Slacklines for Teens – 7/25/2026

Austin Gardens Environmental Education Center Main Room - 167 Forest Avenue, Oak Park IL 60302

We’re breaking out the low ropes course for some climbing and tricklining! Test your balancing skills only a short distance off the ground. Beginners welcome and encouraged! 

Kayaking at the Forest Preserves – Teen Adventure Club 8/19/2026

Fox Community Center (Lower Level) - 624 South Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

We’re taking some kayaks around the lake and enjoying a day out on the water at the Forest Preserves of DuPage County. After, we’ll steady our sea legs by some hiking around the forest preserve. All ranges of ability are welcome, from beginners to experienced boaters. Transportation, boat rental, and life jackets are provided. Please …

Horseback Riding at Forest View Farms – Teen Adventure Club 8/20/2026

Fox Community Center (Lower Level) - 624 South Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

Saddle up, Teen Adventure Club! We're spending the end of summer vacation on horseback! Join our friends at Forest View Farms for a equestrian adventure! No riding experience necessary. Meet at Fox Center. Closed-toed shoes are required for horseback riding, and long pants are preferred - there is space to change into shorts once we're done …

On Belay at Irons Oaks – Teen Adventure Club 8/24/2026

Fox Community Center (Lower Level) - 624 South Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park IL 60304

Strap in and get belaying – we’re going rock climbing! Join us for a trip to Iron Oaks Adventure Center, where we’ll scale their 40 foot climbing tower and strategize to try and reach the top! Please bring a water bottle, a nut-free lunch, and wear closed-toed shoes.

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