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September 29, 2023 | 7:00 pm
Howl at the Moon Night Hike
Join retired FPWC Deputy Tim Speer for a fun night hike at Oak Ridge Forest Preserve. Experience the preserves at night, listen for nocturnal wildlife, and enjoy s'mores!
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This event is FREE and open to all ages. Leashed dogs are welcome.
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Please register below.
Oak Ridge Forest Preserve
8322 Blomberg Road, Cherry Valley, IL 61016
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October 28, 2023 | TBD
Howl at the Moon Night Hike
Join retired FPWC Deputy Tim Speer for a fun night hike at Funderburg Forest Preserve. Experience the preserves at night, listen for nocturnal wildlife, and enjoy s'mores!
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This event is FREE and open to all ages. Leashed dogs are welcome.
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Please register below.
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Funderburg Forest Preserve
4551 S. Meridian Road, Rockford IL, 61102

October 7, 2023 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Walk With U - Guided Walk
Join a health care professional from UW Health for a fun guided walk at Colored Sands Forest Preserve! Spending time outdoors can improve memory, fight depression, lower blood pressure, and much more!
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This program is brought to you in partnership with FPWC, UW Health, and UICM.
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This event is FREE and open to all ages. Leashed dogs are welcome.
Colored Sands Forest Preserve
10602 Haas Road, Rockton, IL 61024

November 4, 2023 | 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Walk With U - Guided Walk
Join a health care professional from UW Health for a fun guided walk at Pecatonica River Preserve! Spending time outdoors can improve memory, fight depression, lower blood pressure, and much more!
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This program is brought to you in partnership with FPWC, UW Health, and UICM.
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This event is FREE and open to all ages. Dogs are not permitted for this hike.
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Pecatonica River Forest Preserve
7260 Judd Road, Pecatonica, IL 61063

October 11, 2023 | 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
FPWC Guided Hike
Join our FPWC Natural Resource staff on a fun and educational guided hike at Funderburg Forest Preserve! We will look for wildflowers, wildlife, and learn about the native flora and fauna! This hike will consist of a moderate 2 miles.
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This event is FREE and open to all ages. Leashed dogs are welcome.
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Please register below.
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