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A vintage camera with trees in the background.
THROUGH SUNDAY, NOV. 1

Nature’s Candid Camera

Capture the stunning sights of Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve by creating a drawing of something you saw and returning it to the nature center for a prize.
A child sitting at a table building something out of LEGOs.
THROUGH SUNDAY, NOV. 29

LEGO Brick Nature Creations

Challenge yourself to create your own nature-themed LEGO brick builds at Hidden Oaks Nature Center.
A sign for Woods Walk with trees in the background.
THROUGH MONDAY, NOV. 30

Woods Walk

Woods Walk is back for 2026! Hike seven of 10 scenic seasonal trails to earn your commemorative medallion.
A view of a trail lined by blue flowers.
THROUGH SATURDAY, DEC. 12

2026 Be a Trailblazer

Blaze your own trail in 2026 by joining our digital scavenger hunt that will have you adventuring to and through the Will County preserves at your own pace and on your own schedule
A framed black-and-white illustration of people under a tree. Next to the is a framed synopsis of the book "The Stick" with copies of the book arranged in a table underneath.
THROUGH SUNDAY, DEC. 13

'The Stick' Traveling Exhibition by Clay Rice

This traveling exhibition, developed by South Carolina silhouette artist Clay Rice and the South Carolina State Museum, follows a young boy who embarks on an exciting journey after finding a stick. 
A logo saying Preserve the Moment laid over a photo of an outdoor scene with green trees and a blue sky.
THROUGH THURSDAY, DEC. 31

Preserve the Moment photo contest

Calling all amateur shutterbugs! Your photos from the preserves could win you the top prize, or one of the monthly prizes, in our Preserve the Moment photo contest.
A full moon and starry sky seen behind bare tree branches.
THROUGH THURSDAY, DEC. 31

Four Rivers Story Trail: ‘Millie Fleur Saves the Night’

Follow the Woodland Loop Trail while reading the beautifully illustrated “Millie Fleur Saves the Night.”