Forest Preserves of Cook County 2019 Summer Brochure

A SOUTH SAND RIDGE fpdcc.com *Registration required for events with asterisk. 708-868-0606 )Lrefl\ +LNe Join us for a night hike and discover the illuminating world of bioluminescence Friday, June 28 • 8 pm Turtle Time! Blanding’s Turtle Learn all about turtles and meet our resident Blanding’s turtle, an Illinois endangered species. Saturday, June 29 • 1:30 pm JULY EVENING PROGRAM Naturalist Choice Join us for evening hikes and nature-based programming as we explore the nature center and Camp Shabbona Woods. Fridays, July 12 & 19 • 6:30–8:30 pm Earth Art! Earth art is a practice that connects us to nature while sparking creativity. Create art using natural materials for future visitors to enjoy. Saturday, July 13 • 10 am Pond Dippin’ Take a “dip” in our pond and get a closer look at the aquatic life that calls it home. Saturday, July 20 • 10 am GPS Scavenger Hunt: Discover Geocaching Use technology to nd your way through a scavenger hunt lled with natural fun facts and activities. Sunday, July 21 • 10 am–Noon Freedom Seekers and the Underground Railroad: Michigan City Road Learn about the people that traversed this portion of the Underground Railroad and what steps are being taken to preserve this piece of American history. Friday, July 26 • 6 pm All about Snakes Learn all about snakes and meet our resident hognose snake, an Illinois threatened species. Saturday, July 27 • 10 am Beekeeping 101 Learn about bees, how they make honey and how to cultivate it. Then take a tour of an active beehive. Saturday, July 27 • 1:30 pm AUGUST Please Touch! Reptiles and Amphibians Have you ever touched a turtle shell or a snake skin? Now’s your chance! Sunday, Aug 4 • 10 am–3 pm Follow the Drinking Gourd Learn about this African-American folk song, its connection to the Underground Railroad, and explore the night sky with telescopes. Friday, Aug 9 • 7:30–9:30 pm Nature Play Date Discover how nature nurtures a child’s sense of wonder and scienti c curiosity through unstructured free play and outdoor exploration. Sunday, Aug 11 • 10 am–3 pm Going Batty Over Bats! Night Hike We’ll use the latest technology to listen for the sounds of bats. Discover cool facts about these misunderstood creatures of the night. Friday, Aug 16 • 8 pm 37