Events

Spring Wildflower Hike

Explore the beauty of spring wildflowers on a series of guided hikes at natural areas around LaSalle County. Spring ephemeral wildflowers can only be viewed for a brief period of time, between the…

Amazing Annuals

The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District present the 2026 Garden Learning Series  Programs will be held…

Cook County May Nature Wellness Walk 2026

Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest bathing guides during these slow and…

NatureFest 2026 | Genoa

Get ready for the annual NatureFest on Saturday, May 16! Hosted by Illinois Extension, DeKalb County Forest Preserve, DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District, and the DeKalb County Health…

Birdwatching Hike

Enjoy a guided hike through the scenic wetlands led by Illinois Extension’s Master Naturalist volunteers.  The 3,000 acre Refuge is home to more than 730 native plant species and 270 bird…

Wellness in Nature: Outdoor Yoga - Chair

Stay strong, supple, and steady, no getting up and down from the floor required! This gentle Chair Yoga class offers all the benefits of a traditional yoga practice while using the support of a chair…

Nature Photography for Beginners

This hands‑on workshop is designed to help you take clearer, more compelling outdoor photos. We’ll explore essential skills such as working with natural light, framing and composition, and…

Mindfulness Hike at Detweiller Riverside Park

Slow down, step outside, and reconnect with the present moment. 
Join us for a series of guided Mindfulness Hikes designed to help you unwind, sharpen your senses, and deepen your…

Nature Journaling Workshop

Discover how to slow down, look closely, and connect more deeply with the natural world through the practice of nature journaling.  During these hands-on workshops, participants will learn…

Nature Journaling: Field Sketching & Close Observation

Facilitator: Peggy West

Date: Saturday, June 6
Time: 10 AM - 12:00 PM
Rain Date: Saturday, June 7

Location: Tawny Oaks Singing Woods Nature Preserve

Skill Level

All…