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Forest Preserves

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70,000 acres of wild and wonderful in Cook County, IL.

 Cook County, IL
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Get involved this November! Join us at one of these upcoming volunteer events: Calumet Seed Processing Nov 10 at Sand Ridge Nature Center Central Confluence Seed Collectors Nov 14 at Native Seed Nursery Visit fpdcc.com/volunteer/ to sign up.
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From cozy campfire stories to celebrating local history and culture, there’s something for everyone in the Preserves! 🌙 Stars, Stories & S’mores Nov 6 📍 LaBagh Woods 🌳 Calumet Heritage Day Nov 7 📍 Sand Ridge Nature Center Visit fpdcc.com/events/ for more details.
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Take in the crisp air, colorful leaves and the beauty of the changing seasons in the Forest Preserves. 🍂 – captured by Debbie Ziegler, River Trail Nature Center, November 2023
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🎃 President @ToniPreckwinkle joined families at Eggers Grove for our annual Trunk or Treat with the East Side Chamber of Commerce. Thanks to everyone who brought their costumes and Halloween spirit for a sweet afternoon in the @FPDCC!
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🍂 Explore fall in the Forest Preserves! Use our Fall Color Map to find vibrant spots to see peak colors. 🌳 Then meet the forest’s giants in our Champion Tree Register, featuring the biggest, oldest trees in Cook County. 🔗 fpdcc.com/fall-colors fpdcc.com/nature/champion-tr…
Red, Gold, Yellow and Orange: Fall Colors Hidden Beneath the Green – Forest Preserves of Cook County

Red, Gold, Yellow and Orange: Fall Colors Hidden Beneath the Green – Forest Preserves of Cook County

While all seasons provide something new to see in the Forest Preserves of Cook County, fall may arguably be the most visually stunning time to […]

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Embrace the enchanting world of bats this October season! 🦇 Halloween is just around the corner, making bats the perfect topic for the season. Enhance your knowledge about these eco-friendly mammals.. Read more: fpdcc.com/forget-your-fears-…
Forget Your Fears, Bats are Beneficial! – Forest Preserves of Cook County

Forget Your Fears, Bats are Beneficial! – Forest Preserves of Cook County

When twilight descends, Cook County residents may notice bats emerging like messengers of the night. As they glide through the forest, bats produce a melodic […]

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Fall in the Forest Preserves 🍂 – captured by Timothy Minnick, Paw Paw Woods Nature Preserve, November 2025
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🌳 Healthier preserves start with better understanding. Our Research Symposium brought staff and scientists together to share findings, helping guide how we care for Cook County’s preserves. Learn more: fpdcc.com/research
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Celebrate Halloween in @FPDCC with these three fun events! Spooky Stories & S’mores Oct 24 | 2–5 p.m. 📍Thatcher Woods Pavilion Trunk-or-Treat Oct 25 | Noon–4 p.m. 📍Eggers Grove Owl-oween Bash Oct 30 | 6–9 p.m. 📍Crabtree Nature Center Learn more: fpdcc.com/events
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It's #WildWednesday! Today we're learning about the seven native species of woodpeckers that can be spotted in the Forest Preserves of Cook County! Check out this throwback blog: fpdcc.com/know-7-native-wood… #BirdThePreserves
Did You Know? There are 7 Native Woodpeckers in Cook County – Forest Preserves of Cook County

Did You Know? There are 7 Native Woodpeckers in Cook County – Forest Preserves of Cook County

If you’ve ever walked along a trail in a forest preserve, you’ve probably heard the fast drumming coming from up above. That noise is coming […]

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🍂 Fall color. 🎃 Halloween fun. October is a great time to explore the @FPDCC Take an autumn walk or paddle, bring the family to a festive event and make the most of the season. Plan your fall adventure: fpdcc.com/enjoy-fall-hallowe…
Enjoy Fall, Halloween in the Forest Preserves of Cook County

Enjoy Fall, Halloween in the Forest Preserves of Cook County

From fall color hikes to costume-clad children and meeting “spooky” native animals, there are numerous opportunities for families and visitors of all ages to join […]

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Skokie Lagoons | Forest Preserve District of Cook County, North of Tower Road | October 2026 @FPDCC
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Planning a trip into nature? Be sure to check for ticks! Check out our webpage on ticks to learn about avoiding tick bites, what to do in case of a tick bite, and tick testing in the Forest Preserves: fpdcc.com/nature/coexisting-….
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🍂 Fall turns the forest floor into a masterpiece of color, but each leaf tells its own story. Learn how to identify trees like burr oak and sugar maple by the shape of their leaves this season! 🍁 Try it yourself: fpdcc.com/identifying-leaves… 📸: Jerry Attere
Identifying Leaves in the Forest Preserves – Forest Preserves of Cook County

Identifying Leaves in the Forest Preserves – Forest Preserves of Cook County

Crunching under your feet like nature’s confetti, fall leaves turn the Forest Preserves’ floor into a mosaic of reds, golds and browns. But beyond their […]

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Happy #WorldMentalHealthDay from @FPDCC! Caring for your mind is just as important as caring for your body. 🌿✨ Our wellness events in the woods offer space to recharge, reflect & reconnect. Explore programs: fpdcc.com/events/category/we… #MentalHealthMatters
Wellness in the Woods Events – Forest Preserves of Cook County

Wellness in the Woods Events – Forest Preserves of Cook County

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🕷️ Nature’s best costumes aren’t just for Halloween. From spiders that change color to moths that mimic other creatures, some @FPDCC residents are masters of disguise. Meet the insects and spiders dressed for survival: fpdcc.com/these-insects-dont…
These Insects Don’t Wait Until Halloween to Dress Up – Forest Preserves of Cook County

These Insects Don’t Wait Until Halloween to Dress Up – Forest Preserves of Cook County

Come October, costumes start appearing throughout the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Superheroes, ghosts, witches and other little monsters attend all the spooky events the […]

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