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A collection of five woven Potawatomi baskets in shades of brown, red and blue resting on a white surface with a white background.
THROUGH SUNDAY, AUG. 30

'Our Storytellers: Pokagon Potawatomi Black Ash Baskets' Exhibit

"Our Storytellers: Pokagon Potawatomi Black Ash Baskets” goes beyond the history and utility of black ash baskets, exploring the connections between craft, federal recognition, tribal resilience and the ongoing ecological threats to traditional ways of life for the Pokagon people.
A framed painting of an owl displayed on a wall with another painting visible in the background.
THROUGH SUNDAY, AUG. 30

'The Arts of the Preserves: A Showcase of Will County Forest Preserve Employee Artists'

Experience a variety of art, from sculpture and poetry to watercolors and fabrics, all created by the staff who work in the Will County forest preserves. 
A red apple sitting on top of a stack of books in a classroom setting with trees visible outside the window.
THROUGH SUNDAY, AUG. 30

Back-to-school Scavenger Hunt

Stop by Isle a la Cache Museum to pick up a back-to-school scavenger hunt, then head out around the preserve to learn about nature through science, social studies, math and more! 
A painting of a California qual imposed on a photograph of a tree.
THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPT. 27

'Winged Ambassadors' Art Display

Enjoy creative interpretations of state birds through 28 unique paintings by Chicago-based artist and writer Marcia Whitney-Schenck, who portrays her subject matter in playful ways.

 
A hummingbird in flight as it approaches a red hummingbird feeder with a clear plastic nectar cylinder.
THROUGH WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 30

Rooftop Hummingbird Hangout

Visit Hidden Oaks Nature Center’s green roof to get a vantage point you’ve never experienced before and watch hummingbirds come and go from feeders on the roof and on the ground. 
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 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.