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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 Recycle Your Bicycle sign next to bikes lined up next to a tree.
THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPT. 27

Recycle Your Bicycle

Clean out the garage and make a difference by recycling your bicycle at one of five Forest Preserve visitor centers. 
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 bridge spanning a river.
THROUGH THURSDAY, OCT. 15

Hispanic Heritage Month Scavenger Hunt

Stop by Hidden Lakes Trout Farm for una busqueda del tesoro, aka treasure hunt or scavenger hunt, in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
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.