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Under the June Moon Walk
Saturday, Jun 3, 8:30-9:30P
June's full moon is early this year! We're taking an
evening walk around Taylor Park underneath the
glow of the bright Strawberry Moon, learning the
reason that full moons have names and why June's is
so fruity! Ages 7+
Res Fee $11 - Fee $14
Active Adult Members
Location: Taylor Park
Mallard Lake Hiking Mini-Trip
Sunday, Jun 4, 9:00A-2:00P
It's a beautiful day, so why not take a trip? We're
heading to Mallard Lake in Hanover Park to enjoy
the sights and sounds of summer wildlife and have a
picnic lunch by the water. Transportation provided.
Hikers under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a
registered adult. Ages 7+
Res Fee $17 - Fee $22
Location: Fox Center
Mid-Week Meander: Taylor Park
to Dole Center
Wednesdays, 8:00-9:00A
Jun 7 • Jun 21 • Jul 5 • Jul 19 • Aug 2 •
Aug 16 • Aug 30
We're taking our walk early today to beat that heat!
Join us for a neighborhood stroll from Taylor Park
to Dole Center and enjoy the summer weather on a
beautiful day. Ages 7+
Res Fee $11 - Fee $14
Active Adult Members
Location: Taylor Park
Father's Day Nature Walk
Sunday, Jun 18, 8:30-9:30A
It's Father's Day! Start the morning off with a guided
walk through Maple Park, featuring stories about
the great dads of the animal kingdom. Learn about
marmosets, rheas, and more! Morning beverages
provided. Ages 3+ with Adult
Res Fee $11 - Fee $14
Location: Maple Park
Summer Nights Twilight Stroll
Friday, Jun 23, 8:30-9:30P
It's a beautiful night for a walk in the park! Join us for
an aer-dark stroll through Taylor Park to learn about
all the different evening creatures that are sharing the
evening park with us. What kind of animals will we
see? Ages 7+
Res Fee $11 - Fee $14
Active Adult Members
Location: Taylor Park
Springbrook Prairie Hiking
Mini-Trip
Sunday, Jul 23, 9:00A-2:00P
It's a beautiful day, so why not take a trip? We're
heading to Springbrook Prairie in Naperville to enjoy
the beautiful summer flowers, open skies, and a
picnic lunch. Transportation provided. Hikers under
the age of 12 must be accompanied by a registered
adult. Ages 7+
Res Fee $17 - Fee $22
Location: Fox Center
Nature at Night Walk
Friday, Aug 4, 8:30-9:30P
When the sun goes to bed, some animals are just
waking up! Join us on an aer-dark nature walk and
learn about all the different evening critters that are
out and about with us. Opossums? Bats? Owls? Let's
explore! Ages 7+
Res Fee $11 - Fee $14
Active Adult Members
Location: Lindberg Park
Nature Scavenger Hunt Walk
Sunday, Aug 13, 1:00-2:00P
Nature is all around us, so what can we find? We're
exploring Taylor Park with a checklist in hand to
find as many items on our scavenger hunt as we
can – acorns, squirrels, robins, and more! Can you
complete the challenge before the hike is over?
Ages 3+ with Adult
Res Fee $11 - Fee $14
Location: Taylor Park
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
Backpacking 101
Saturdays, 6:30-8:00P
Apr 8 • May 27 • Jun 10 • Jul 22 • Aug 12
You're looking to get into long-distance hiking or
backpacking, but you don't know where to start?
It's a big endeavor – come get some tips! is
program series goes through the different aspects
of a backpacking trip and how to set yourself up for
success. Ages 18+
Res Fee $13 - Fee $18
Location: Austin Gardens
• Apr 8: Gear
• May 27: Water
• Jun 10: Trail Food
• Jul 22: Planning your Trip
• Aug 12: Preparing for Emergencies
Why Dandelions Are Your Best
Friends
Saturday, Apr 15, 12:30-2:00P
Why do those pesky dandelions keep coming back?
ey just want to be friends because they know you
need them! Come to this workshop offered by a
real herbalist to learn why you need them so much
and how you can use them to better your life and
your yard! Includes sampling a variety of dandelion
products and recipes to take home. Ages 18+
Res Fee $28 - Fee $37
Location: Austin Gardens
Date Night: Yoga for (Love)birds
Saturday, Apr 15, 4:00-5:30P
We've all seen the videos of birds of paradise and
their romantic moves. Now let's try some moves of
our own! Take part in a yoga class centered on birds
and their poses. Beginners and experienced yogis
welcome. Registration is for two people. Ages 16+
Res Fee $28 - Fee $37
Location: Austin Gardens
Supervisor: Hannah Szuch
Nature Walks & Hikes and Programs for Adults
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