Here are the Forest Preserve District of Will County programs for the week of December 11. Online program registration is available on the Event Calendar at ReconnectWithNature.org.
Golden Opportunities After Hours, from 4-6:30 p.m., Thursday, December 14, plus from 4-6 p.m., Saturday, December 16, Four Rivers Environmental Education Center, Channahon: View the “Golden Opportunity: Botanical Illustrations” traveling exhibit during extended hours. Free, all ages.
Volunteer Morning, from 9 a.m.-noon, Thursday, December 14, Keepataw Preserve, DuPage Township: Get some fresh air and exercise, while helping to make a difference in your community. Activities include brush control. Participants must complete a waiver online. For information, contact Emily Kenny at 815-722-7364 or volunteerservices@fpdwc.org. Ages 10 or older.
Owl Prowl for Adults, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., Saturday, December 16, Messenger Woods Nature Preserve, Homer Township: Search for elusive owls and discover how many species of owls reside in Will County. Free, ages 16 or older. Register by December 15.
Morning Bird Hike, from 8-10 a.m., Sunday, December 17, Monee Reservoir, Monee Township: Join a guided hike to find out what birds use Monee Reservoir. Free, ages 16 or older. Register by December 16.
Volunteer Morning, from 9 a.m.-noon, Sunday, December 17, Whalon Lake, Naperville: Get some fresh air and exercise while helping to make a difference in your community. Activities will include brush control. Participants must complete a waiver online. For information, contact Emily Kenny at 815-722-7364 or volunteerservices@fpdwc.org. Ages 10 or older.