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Explore the Forest at Crabtree Nature Center tomorrow
Posted in Crabtree Nature Center, Entertainment, FPDCC on May 30, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Forest Preserves of Cook County May 2026 Newsletter
Posted in Crabtree Nature Center, Crime, FPDCC, Horizon Farm, Public Safety, Riding Club of Barrington Hills on May 24, 2026| Leave a Comment »
The long-tailed weasel (Neogale frenata) is a swift and agile predator often seen darting through grasslands and forest edges in search of prey. Its slender body and distinctive black-tipped tail help it maneuver easily while hunting small mammals, birds and insects. | Long-tailed Weasel, Photo by: Kyle Keenan
In this Issue:
- Forest Preserves Police Takes Patrols to the Trails
- Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center: Explore for an Hour, a Day or Even a Night
- Life After the Burn: How Prescribed Fire Revives and Reshapes the Forest Preserves
- Watch Spring Take Flight Across the Forest Preserves
- Sacrifice Honored in a Renewed Space at Dan Ryan Woods; Visit Us at Share the Trail Stops: A Friendly Way to Enjoy the Outdoors Together; Party Outside the Ordinary at Your Next Gathering in the Forest Preserves; Experience Culture, Creativity and Nature During AAPI Heritage Month; Save the Date: 15th Anniversary of the Conservation Cup Set for September 10
- Upcoming Events & Programs
- Volunteer Opportunities: NEWTS
Find the May FPDCC newsletter here.
Wellness in the Woods Expo Sunday at Crabtree Nature Center
Posted in Crabtree Nature Center, FPDCC, Topics Of Interest on May 2, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Discover the health benefits of nature through forest therapy, guided nature walks, yoga, music, art and more.
10 am to 12 pm: Forest Therapy Walk (Registration Required)
Experience a restorative Forest Therapy Walk with Navraaz Basati of Wandering Paths. Call 847-381-6592 to register.
12 pm to 3 pm: Wellness in the Woods Expo
Enjoy guided and self-guided art, music, and nature activities for all ages. Explore guided nature walks, and connect with local organizations offering resources and giveaways.
Find further info here.
Forest Preserves of Cook County April 2026 Newsletter
Posted in Crabtree Nature Center, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Education, FPDCC, Horizon Farm, Property Taxes on April 12, 2026| Leave a Comment »
The Caspian tern (Hydroprogne caspia) is the largest tern in the world, recognized by its powerful build and striking red-orange bill. With dramatic dives, it plunges into the water to catch fish. | Caspian Tern, Photo by: Leonardo Estrada
In this Issue:
- Get Your Hands Dirty at Forest Preserves’ Earth Month Events
- New Waste Strategy Keeps Forest Preserves Cleaner
- Birdhouse Contest Brings Creativity and Community to Trailside
- New Salt Creek Facility Sets Standard for Sustainable Operations
- Palos Preserves: Where the Night Still Shines; Be on the Lookout for the First Signs of Spring; Spring 2026 Trout Fishing Season Begins April 4; Chicago Botanic Garden Creating Moments of Joy for People with Memory Loss; Learn About the Forest Preserve Foundation
- Upcoming Events & Programs
- Volunteer Opportunities: Litter Cleanups
Find the April FPDCC newsletter here.
Crabtree Nature Center Summer hours start this morning
Posted in Cook, County, Crabtree Nature Center, FPDCC, Property Taxes on March 1, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Forest Preserves of Cook County February 2026 Newsletter
Posted in Crabtree Nature Center, FPDCC, Horizon Farm on February 24, 2026| Leave a Comment »
Horned larks (Eremophila alpestris) are hardy ground-dwelling birds often spotted in open fields during winter. Their tiny feather tufts, which resemble horns, give them their distinctive name. | Horned Lark, Photo by: Edward Boe
In this Issue:
- Crack, Snap & Pop: The Surprising Sounds of Winter in the Forest Preserves
- Lunar New Year Finds a Home in the Forest Preserves
- Rooted in Resilience: Celebrate Black History Month Across Cook County
- Language is Not a Barrier in the Forest Preserves; Chicago Botanic Garden’s Annual Orchid Show Opens; Don’t Miss Your Chance to Join a Conservation Corps Program; Step Onto the Ice for a Winter Fishing Adventure; The Foundation Offers Creative Way to Show Your Love
- Upcoming Events & Programs
- Volunteer Opportunities: Calling Frog Survey
You can find the newsletter here.
Forest Preserves of Cook County December 2025 Newsletter
Posted in Crabtree Nature Center, FPDCC, Horizon Farm on December 27, 2025| Leave a Comment »
Prairie rose (Rosa setigera), also known as Illinois rose, is a native shrub that produces large pink flowers in June that eventually fade to white. After blooming, the flowers leave behind a red rose berry called rose hips. | Photo by: Fidencio Marbella
In this Issue:
- Compassion in the Woods: How the Forest Preserves is Helping the Unhoused
- The Secret Life of Winter Plants
- Breaking Down the Forest Preserves’ 2026 Budget
- The Runaway Muskies of Busse Reservoir
- Get Your 2026 Wall Calendars & Winter Guides!; Forest Preserves’ Des Plaines River Trail Improvements Earn National, State Awards; Reduce Waste by Composting at Your Next Forest Preserves Event; 2025 Contributions to the Foundation Plant Seeds for the Future
- Upcoming Events & Programs
- Volunteer Opportunities
Read about it here.
Forest Preserves of Cook County November 2025 Newsletter
Posted in Crabtree Nature Center, FPDCC, Horizon Farm on November 27, 2025| Leave a Comment »
Resembling tiny gray umbrellas, pleated inkcap mushrooms can be found in grassy areas alone or in small groupings. | Pleated Inkcap Mushrooms (Parasola plicatilis), Photo by: Katy Schafer
In this Issue:
- Forest Preserves, Partners Celebrate New Recreational Amenities at Beaubien Woods
- Wood Ducks and the Science of Health: 40-Year Study Enters New Era
- 2025 Photo Contest Winners Announced
- Sharing the Grove: What to Know About Barn Swallows at Picnic Shelters
- Discover Your Camping Adventure in the Forest Preserves; New Partnership Helps Forest Preserves, Residents Safely Dispose of Hazardous Waste; The Secret Lives of Squirrels; Illuminate Your Holidays with Lightscape at Chicago Botanic Garden; Learn About the Forest Preserve Foundation
- Upcoming Events & Programs
- Volunteer Opportunities: Calumet Seed Processing Workdays
Read more here.
Crabtree Nature Center Pride Night Friday: Queer Trivia
Posted in Crabtree Nature Center, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Education, FPDCC, Property Taxes on November 19, 2025| Leave a Comment »
All are welcome to test their knowledge of animal gender fluidity and courtship. Enjoy comradery in nature around the campfire.
Ages 13 & up. Registration required. Call 847-381-6592.
Forest Preserves of Cook County October 2025 Newsletter
Posted in Crabtree Nature Center, FPDCC, Horizon Farm on October 12, 2025| Leave a Comment »
Visitors to Busse Forest—one of the largest and most ecologically diverse locations in the Forest Preserves—can enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, boating, leaf peeping, wildlife watching and more. | Busse Forest, Photo by: Maria Sacha
In this Issue:
- Volunteers Find Purpose and Peace in Seed Collecting
- Deer Grove is a Restoration Landmark After Nearly 20 Years
- Identifying Leaves in the Forest Preserves
- Mexican-American Artist Brings Color and Culture to Trailside Gallery
- Public Hearing Set for 2026 Budget Recommendation; Plan Ahead for Your 2026 Celebration in the Forest Preserves; Use Our Web Map to Discover Fall Color; Boo! at the Zoo Returns to Brookfield Zoo Chicago; Conservation Cup Raises Over $150,000 to Support Restoration and the Next Generation of Conservation Leaders
- Upcoming Events
- Volunteer Opportunities: Together for Trees
Find it here.
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