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DIY: Make a Field Guide at Theodore Stone Forest in Hodgkins

September 18, 2022 - September 18, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Photo Credit: Forest Preserves of Cook County

Location

Theodore Stone Forest

Theodore Stone Forest, 67th St, east of S La Grange Rd

Hodgkins, IL 60525

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Description

Come out to Theodore Stone Forest and create your own field guide while going on a short hike. Registration required.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 10 a.m.-noon Sept. 18, 2022

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 312-533-5751

Website: https://fpdcc.com/event/diy-make-a-field-guide/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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