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Spring Breakout Adventure at Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center

March 28 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Location

Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center

S. Western Ave. & W. 87th St.

Chicago, IL 60620

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Description

Come by Dan Ryan Woods Visitor Center to try a variety of outdoor recreation activities while spending school break in nature. This is a drop-in event.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. March 28, 2025

Additional Information

Contact Phone: 224-763-4317

Website: https://fpdcc.com/event/spring-breakout-adventure/

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

Neighborhood: Chicago

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