DESCRIPTION: Drop in for this independent exploration of the trails while learning about the not-often-seen side of Crabtree. Start at the Welcome Tent to pick up materials. CONTACT: 847-381-6592 Crabtree.NatureCenter@cookcountyil.gov COST: Free

DESCRIPTION: Learn about our smallest native migrant bird, the Ruby-throated Hummingbird on this short guided walk (under 1 mile). All participants are required to wear masks and practice physical distancing.  REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Crabtree at 847-381-6592. CONTACT: 847-381-6592 Crabtree.NatureCenter@cookcountyil.gov COST: Free

  They may not breathe fire, but they lived with dinosaurs!  Learn about dragonflies and damselflies as we catch and release. All participants are required to wear masks and practice physical distancing.  REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Crabtree at 847-381-6592. CONTACT: 847-381-6592 Crabtree.NatureCenter@cookcountyil.gov COST: Free

DESCRIPTION: Crabtree has several different wetland habitats to explore. Let’s see who we can spot as we visit a few of them. All participants are required to wear masks and practice physical distancing.  REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Call Crabtree at 847-381-6592. COST: Free

Discover what tiny critters are living in the pond yourself in this hands-on science program perfect for adults and curious kids. Each participating individual or household will get their own pond sample and tools to explore. Ages 7 & up. Program will be held outdoors and is weather dependent, bring water. All participants are required […]

Visit Crabtree-Nature-Center/events for details and registration information.  It’s Groundhog Day! Learn to identify the clues this critter leaves behind and the tracks of other local wildlife.

Visit Crabtree-Nature-Center/events for details and registration information.  Learn about owls and their amazing adaptations while dissecting an owl pellet and making an owl craft.

Visit Crabtree-Nature-Center/events for details and registration information.  View the constellations and hear their mythical tales while enjoying a treat around the campfire. Dress for the weather. REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Call Crabtree at 847-381-6592.

Visit Crabtree-Nature-Center/events for details and registration information.  Children ages 2-6 w/adult. Tickets available first come, first served starting at 9:30 am. Weather permitting, a portion of the program will be spent out outside.

Visit Crabtree-Nature-Center/events for details and registration information.  Learn about this misunderstood predator.