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SUMMARY:Haunted Hike
DESCRIPTION:Take a spooky stroll through the forest and discover Halloween surprises\, creepy critters\, and nighttime nature facts. Come in costume and learn how nature gets wild after dark! \nPlease preregister for this program. All ages welcome. \n$5/Person; FPNC Members are Free
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/haunted-hike/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes,Halloween Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251004T093000
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SUMMARY:Fall Nature Journaling: From Page to Path
DESCRIPTION:Explore Mark Coleman’s A Field Guide to Nature Meditation: 52 Mindfulness Practices for Joy\, Wisdom and Wonder\, and discover how to meditate outdoors with a book discussion and mindfulness practices. The goal is to have the book read before the date of the class. We will discuss the book and then experience practical\, guided nature-based meditation activities inspired by the book. Cultivate well-being\, joy\, and peace by connecting with nature through mindful awareness. Beginners and experienced meditators are welcome. This program is limited to 10 people. This program provides the book once patrons register and will receive the book when they come to Forest Park Nature Center before the start of the program. Colored pencils and sketch book will be provided on the day of the class. This program is possible with the generous support from Stella O’Hanlon Family. Any questions about this program email kparke@peoriaparks.org. \nRegistration is required. Must be 21 and older. \n$5/Person; FPNC Members are Free
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/fall-nature-journaling-from-page-to-path/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T113000
DTSTAMP:20250714T141546Z
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UID:10000304-1758967200-1758972600@peoriaparks.org
SUMMARY:Fall Foliage Walk
DESCRIPTION:Yellow\, red\, orange\, purple… this time of year the forest turns into a beautiful kaleidoscope of color! Join our naturalists on a family friendly walk in the woods as we admire the natural beauty of the Autumn Woodland. \nRegistration is required. All ages welcome. \n$5/Person; Members are Free
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/fall-foliage-walk/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T120000
DTSTAMP:20250908T202939Z
CREATED:20250908T202938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T202939Z
UID:10000308-1758963600-1758974400@peoriaparks.org
SUMMARY:Koerner Cemetery Open House
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and help us celebrate the 175th anniversary of Koerner Cemetery. Join us for a guided tour of this historic pioneer cemetery and learn about the stories of the early settlers who helped shape our region. \nTours will be offered continuously throughout the event. All ages are welcome! \nAdvanced registration requested. $2/person. \nThe cemetery is located at Sommer Farm: 6329 N Koerner Rd\, Edwards\, IL 61528
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/koerner-cemetery-open-house-2/
LOCATION:Sommer Farm\, 6329 N Koerner Rd\, Edwards\, IL\, 61528
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T200000
DTSTAMP:20250731T150316Z
CREATED:20250714T140655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T150316Z
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SUMMARY:Welcoming Walks: Men's Hike
DESCRIPTION:Connect with other men who enjoy the outdoors\, hiking\, and forging new connections. We’ll meet at Ancient Oaks Day Camp building at Sommer Farm. This hike will last about an hour. Afterward\, gather by the fire to swap stories and build camaraderie. \nPlease register for this program. For men 21 years old and older. Welcoming Walks are Free!
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/welcoming-walks-mens-hike/
LOCATION:Sommer Farm\, 6329 N Koerner Rd\, Edwards\, IL\, 61528
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T110000
DTSTAMP:20250717T194643Z
CREATED:20250717T194643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T194643Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee (Tasting) & Birds with Peoria Audubon
DESCRIPTION:If you drink coffee\, and also want to help birds\, Peoria Audubon suggests coffee with ‘Bird Friendly’ certification – the only coffee certification that addresses the biodiversity of the coffee plantation! Taste some Bird Friendly coffee and enjoy watching birds at Forest Park with folks from Peoria Audubon. You can learn more about this certification at the Peoria Audubon meeting at the Forest Park Nature Center on September 10th at 7pm. \nFor those 13+. Free; donations are appreciated. No registration required.
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/coffee-tasting-birds-with-peoria-audubon/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T200000
DTSTAMP:20250714T140449Z
CREATED:20250714T140449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T140449Z
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SUMMARY:Members Only: Mindful Evening Hike
DESCRIPTION:As the day winds down and longer shadows blanket the forest floor\, join us for a mindful walk in the woods. We will slow our pace and use our senses to fully experience the forest as it transitions to night. We will use mindful techniques to engage with the nature around us. This is an opportunity to connect deeply with nature and nurture mindfulness. \nPlease register for this program. This is for Forest Park Members Only. This program is best for guests ages 21 and older.
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/members-only-mindful-evening-hike/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250830T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250830T153000
DTSTAMP:20250707T205946Z
CREATED:20250707T205937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T205946Z
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SUMMARY:Reptile Round-Up!
DESCRIPTION:Turtles\, and lizards and snakes! Oh My! Join our Naturalists as we learn about the scaley friends that call Illinois home! We will learn who lives here\, where they live\, and what makes them so unique. We may even be able to find some out in the Nature Preserve. \nAll ages welcome. \nAdvance registration is required. Please email kparke@peoriaparks.org ahead of time with questions or concerns. Fees are $5 per person or FREE for FPNC members.
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/reptile-round-up/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250830T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250830T120000
DTSTAMP:20250731T152452Z
CREATED:20250714T141834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T152452Z
UID:10000306-1756544400-1756555200@peoriaparks.org
SUMMARY:Koerner Cemetery Open House
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and help us celebrate the 175th anniversary of Koerner Cemetery. Join us for a guided tour of this historic pioneer cemetery and learn about the stories of the early settlers who helped shape our region. \nTours will be offered continuously throughout the event. All ages are welcome! \nAdvanced registration requested. $2/person. \nThe cemetery is located at Sommer Farm: 6329 N Koerner Rd\, Edwards\, IL 61528
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/koerner-cemetery-open-house/2025-08-30/
LOCATION:Sommer Farm\, 6329 N Koerner Rd\, Edwards\, IL\, 61528
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250822T214500
DTSTAMP:20250707T205429Z
CREATED:20250707T205429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T205429Z
UID:10000297-1755848700-1755899100@peoriaparks.org
SUMMARY:Hidden Worlds After Dark
DESCRIPTION:How do animals see differently from us? Many birds\, insects\, and other animals can see light in the ultraviolet spectrum. Join Artist Whitney Johnson-Lessard and Forest Park Nature Center’s Naturalists on a night hike through the Forest Park Nature Preserve at night. We will explore and discover the trail using UV flashlights and UV-protective glasses. We can imagine how the world might look through the eyes of those who share the forest with us. This unique night experience is at no cost due to the generous support of the Illinois Arts Council. The rain date is Friday\, August 29. \nPlease register for this program. This program is best for guests ages 8 and older.
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/hidden-worlds-after-dark/
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T103000
DTSTAMP:20250707T203237Z
CREATED:20250707T203237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T203237Z
UID:10000295-1754125200-1754130600@peoriaparks.org
SUMMARY:Spiders Silk: Magic and Mystery
DESCRIPTION:The forests and prairies of Peoria are waiting to be discovered. All spiders produce silk\, but not all make webs. After an interactive session learning about Illinois spiders and their silk\, families will be guided through the preserve by a naturalist to look for spiders and spider webs. \nAll ages welcome. \nAdvance registration is required. Please email kparke@peoriaparks.org ahead of time with questions or concerns. Fees are $5 per person or FREE for FPNC members.
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/spiders-silk-magic-and-mystery/
LOCATION:Tawny Oaks Field Station\, 715 W Singing Woods Rd\, Edelstei\, IL\, 61526
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T103000
DTSTAMP:20250707T195816Z
CREATED:20250707T195816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T195816Z
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SUMMARY:Prairie Party: Walk and Talk
DESCRIPTION:The forests and prairies of Peoria are waiting to be discovered. Join our Naturalists as we explore the Prairie out at Tawny Oaks Field Station. We will take a stroll through a reclaimed prairie and discuss the importance of this vanishing ecosystem. Bring sunscreen\, water\, and sturdy footwear for this hike. \nAll ages welcome. \nAdvance registration is required. Please email kparke@peoriaparks.org ahead of time with questions or concerns. Fees are $5 per person or FREE for FPNC members.
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/prairie-party-walk-and-talk/
LOCATION:Tawny Oaks Field Station\, 715 W Singing Woods Rd\, Edelstei\, IL\, 61526
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T110000
DTSTAMP:20250707T210032Z
CREATED:20250520T154420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T210032Z
UID:10000276-1753522200-1753527600@peoriaparks.org
SUMMARY:Welcoming Walk: LGBTQ+ Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 2-mile moderate level hike designed to welcome members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies! Whether you’re an experienced hiker or just looking to enjoy nature in a supportive space\, this walk is a great way to connect\, explore\, and relax. Bring water\, appropriate hiking gear\, sun protection\, closed toed shoes\, etc. Please preregister for this program. \n*Registration in advance is required!* \nAges: 18+
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/welcoming_walk_lgbtq/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T120000
DTSTAMP:20250731T152452Z
CREATED:20250714T141834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T152452Z
UID:10000305-1753520400-1753531200@peoriaparks.org
SUMMARY:Koerner Cemetery Open House
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and help us celebrate the 175th anniversary of Koerner Cemetery. Join us for a guided tour of this historic pioneer cemetery and learn about the stories of the early settlers who helped shape our region. \nTours will be offered continuously throughout the event. All ages are welcome! \nAdvanced registration requested. $2/person. \nThe cemetery is located at Sommer Farm: 6329 N Koerner Rd\, Edwards\, IL 61528
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/koerner-cemetery-open-house/2025-07-26/
LOCATION:Sommer Farm\, 6329 N Koerner Rd\, Edwards\, IL\, 61528
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T113000
DTSTAMP:20250707T210050Z
CREATED:20250701T161622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250707T210050Z
UID:10000288-1752312600-1752319800@peoriaparks.org
SUMMARY:Welcoming Walks: Women’s Hike: Pimiteoui Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike on Pimiteoui Trail for a Women’s Only Trek.  Connect with other adult Women who like hiking\, nature and meeting new people.  There will be a short introduction and then we will be on our way.  This hike will be a little over 2.5 miles total.  Prepare for hiking about 2 hours depending on breaks.  This is a harder level hike with slopes.  Bring water\, snacks\, appropriate hiking gear\, sun protection\, closed toed shoes etc.  Please preregister for this program. \nTime: 9:30-11:30am\nDate: July 12\, 2025\nCost: Free
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/welcoming-walks-womens-hike-pimiteoui-trail/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kelli Parke":MAILTO:kparke@peoriaparks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250503T100000
DTSTAMP:20260312T191925Z
CREATED:20250324T194658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T191925Z
UID:10000203-1746259200-1746266400@peoriaparks.org
SUMMARY:Migratory Bird Hikes
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome to attend Migratory Bird Hikes\, from nature lovers\, to photographers and birders. Programs will meet at the Forest Park Nature Center building with a quick introduction. \nBring your binoculars\, water\, hiking clothes etc. In addition\, binoculars will be available for loan. Most hikes are low-impact. \nAges: Adults 18+ \nAdvance registration is required. Please email kparke@peoriaparks.org ahead of time with questions or concerns. Fees are $5 per person or FREE for FPNC members.
URL:https://peoriaparks.org/event/migratory-bird-hikes-2/
LOCATION:Forest Park Nature Center
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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