Chicago Vegan & Plant-Powered Adventure Group

FREE to the public

Come out and join me in a guided walk with a Master Naturalist, Val Kehoe, with the Forest Preserves of Cook County, and discover blooming spring wildflowers, learn species, and enjoy nature.

Bring your camera and even your nature journal to document the wonders of spring beauty.

Start your gardens out on the right "foot."

St. Mihiel Woods trail, East is approximately (3 miles RT)
The terrain is dirt and grass and may be muddy (depending on the weather).

Questions?
Contact Claudia

Join me as I host for the Forest Preserves of Cook County, the Morning Major Taylor Trail Bike Ride!

FREE TO THE PUBLIC
Details:
Trail- paved loop and street crossings
Part 1- 8:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. - bike check and safety review

Part 2- 8:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - ride the trail to the Major Taylor bridge and we will turn around at Whistler Woods.

Total ride: 16 miles
Pace: Will vary depending on the experience of the riders. You will be able to go faster (or slower) if you choose.

What to wear: Dress for the weather, *helmet required
What to bring: Water, sunscreen, bug spray, and a post-ride snack

FAQs:

• Are children allowed to ride? Yes, with an adult *18+ but they should be accomplished riders. We will be riding on the streets through Beverly until we link back up onto the MT Trail.

• Do I have to ride the entire trail? No, there are several turn-around points in Beverly. Just let someone know you are turning around.

• Do I really need a helmet to ride? YES, we cross traffic to get to the main trail. The FPCC will have a few helmets available. First come, first served.

• Do I need cycling gear, shoes, etc., No, just a helmet, come and have fun.

Questions or contact information:
Claudia Gunter- southzoneprogram@cookcountyil.gov

FREE EVENT
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Join me and a naturalist (Jessica Becker) from the Forest Preserves of Cook County as we explore this Preserve while looking for local birds.

Binoculars will be available (limited to first come, first served), or bring your own and your phone/camera.

We will be on a natural/dirt trail (there may be some mud depending on the weather), so dress accordingly.
Trail is 2 miles RT.

Questions about the event or the trail?
Contact Claudia
E: Claudia.gunter@cookcountyil.gov