Drop-In Nature Center Hour

This program is free and open to the public – registration is optional but available so you can mark your calendars!

Timor-Leste – Pre-K Tiny Travelers 3/26

Bring your junior globetrotter – we’re traveling the world! Join us as we explore a different country every week and learning about its wildlife using story, games, and more. Each week will come with a different stamp or sticker for your Tiny Traveler Passport!

This week, we're travelling to the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, in Southeast Asia!

 

Please register the child participant – price includes an accompanying adult.

Wednesday Morning Nature Journaling

Immerse yourself in nature and learn to capture yourobservations through journaling. Explore drawing, writing, and mindfulness while you expand your skills as a naturalist and an observer of the outdoors. Even if you "can't draw", nature journaling is a great way to get in touch with the natural world and can be done in whatever style or technique works best for you!

All materials provided, including a journal at your first session. Children under the age of four do not need to register.

Midewin Prairie Trail Biking

We're fitting in one more trip before spring break ends! So get your bike and helmet because we're exploring the tallgrass prairie on two wheels!

All riders must have helmets. Please bring a lunch, water bottle, and snack. 

Taking a Shot at Blackwell Forest Preserves

Calling all future Robin Hoods, Katnisses, and Hawkeyes! We’re nocking our arrows and taking aim over at the Blackwell Forest preserve as we learn the amazing sport of archery! No experience necessary, all equipment provided.

 

Please bring a water bottle, snack, and lunch.