Located at the north end of Crystal Lake Park, the Anita Purves Nature Center is an environmental education facility open free to the public. Next ...
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The Four Rivers Environmental Education Center is a model of green architecture, featuring geothermal heat and air conditioning, recycled building ...
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A variety of fun and educational public programs are hosted seasonally at the Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Visitor Center, including bird viewing pro...
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Hands on fun awaits at the Laws of Nature Center. Exhibits on prairies, insects, Native Americans and more. Visit with live bees, snakes, salamande...
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If you enjoy nature, be sure to visit the Pilcher Park Nature Center. Bring your family out for hiking, biking or cross country skiing. The Nature ...
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The Environmental Learning Center offers a unique combination of educational and recreational opportunities for school groups, youth groups, teache...
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Nature Center Highlights
Hands-on discovery center filled with interactive exhibits:
Habitat Tree: Hunt for animal homes above and below while ...
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Nestled in the beautiful forested bluffs of the Illinois River, visitors to this unique 540-acre Nature Center and Preserve will experience the nat...
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About Us:
Thorn Creek Woods Nature Preserve
Thorn Creek Woods Nature Preserve is a 985 acre oak-hickory woodland dotted with vernal ponds and dis...
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Sense the Seasons: This amazing tour of nature opens worlds of discovery, providing an educational panorama of wondrous facts, figures and illustra...
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Sagawau Environmental Learning Center, in southwest Cook County near Lemont, promotes the study of nature in a relaxed setting. A visitor center an...
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The Plum Creek Nature Center offers visitors a place to explore the natural world, with hands-on exhibits in addition to a natural playscape for ou...
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Peck Farm Park is a unique park found in an urban environment that offers residents and visitors a place to slow down and enjoy quality time surrou...
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Connect with the historic past of the Palos Hills at The Little Red Schoolhouse. In 1886 the present building, originally located on the Black Oak ...
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Mission:
To promote harmonious coexistence between the people and wildlife of DuPage County. And to promote diverse and healthy wildlife populatio...
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This 65-acre site at the big bend of the Fox River is rich in natural and cultural history. An oak tree at Tekakwitha dates to 1864 and links...
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Creek Bend Nature Center features interpretive displays and hands-on exhibits of interest to visitors of all ages. Come see our Prairie Ecology exh...
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Lyman Woods is 150 acres of oak woods, prairie, and marsh habitats that supports over 300 species of native plants. Discover an amazing diversity o...
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