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Trees of Thorn Creek Woods

Event information

Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025

Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Fee: Free!

Age: All ages.

Contact: 708-747-6320

Location: Thorn Creek Nature Center


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Trees with orange and yellow leaves reflected in a pond. Photo courtesy of Byron Morgan

Event details

Come join us to learn about the secret lives of trees. Explore tree rings and what they tell us about a tree’s life and history. On a hike we will observe the growing habits of the preserve’s different tree species. Make a tree craft to take home.

This program is sponsored by the Thorn Creek Audubon Society.

Event requirements

Registration required by Monday, Sept. 29: 708-747-6320.   

Participants should be prepared to walk more than three-quarters of a mile outdoors on natural surface trails across uneven terrain. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should call 708-747-6320.