Forest Park Nature Center

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  • Animal Love Stories

    Forest Park Nature Center

    From colorful displays, to shows of strength animals court prospective mates in many different ways. Grab a loved one, partner, or friend and join us for this unique game show style program

    $7.00

  • Woman’s Welcoming Walk

    Welcoming Walks: Women’s Hike
    Forest Park Nature Center

    Get out of the house and join the 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 chosen dependent on weather conditions. Prepare for hiking about 1.5 - 2 hours depending on breaks. Bring water, snacks, appropriate winter gear, layers, boots etc. This program is free but donations are welcome.… Read Full Post

  • Members Only: Family Winter Solstice Hike

    Forest Park Nature Center

    Step into the beauty of the longest night and welcome the return of the light. On the eve of the Winter Solstice, journey with a Forest Park Naturalist through the hushed woods of the Nature Preserve. We'll celebrate this ancient moment of renewal in the crisp winter air, and toast the brighter days ahead with a warm cup of hot chocolate at the Nature Center. You must be a member of Forest Park Nature Center… Read Full Post

    FREE

  • Holiday Shop & Stroll

    Holiday Shop & Stroll
    Forest Park Nature Center

    Experience a candlelit path through our woods along with a cozy campfire, holiday tunes and our festive Nature Art Show & Sale. This is a free community event! We ask that you help support Forest Park Nature Center by: Making an onsite donation at the event Shopping at the Nature Art Show & Sale or in the Trailhead Nature Store Become a FPNC Member at https://peoriaparks.org/memberships/

  • Holiday Shop & Stroll

    Holiday Shop & Stroll
    Forest Park Nature Center

    Experience a candlelit path through our woods along with a cozy campfire, holiday tunes and our festive Nature Art Show & Sale. This is a free community event! We ask that you help support Forest Park Nature Center by: Making an onsite donation at the event Shopping at the Nature Art Show & Sale or in the Trailhead Nature Store Become a FPNC Member at https://peoriaparks.org/memberships/

  • Holiday Shop & Stroll

    Holiday Shop & Stroll
    Forest Park Nature Center

    Experience a candlelit path through our woods along with a cozy campfire, holiday tunes and our festive Nature Art Show & Sale. This is a free community event! We ask that you help support Forest Park Nature Center by: Making an onsite donation at the event Shopping at the Nature Art Show & Sale or in the Trailhead Nature Store Become a FPNC Member at https://peoriaparks.org/memberships/

  • Welcoming Walks: Women’s Hike: OptOut – In

    Forest Park Nature Center

    Join us for a hike Women’s Only Trek the day after Black Friday. 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 chosen dependent on weather conditions. Prepare for hiking about 2 hours depending on breaks. This is a harder level hike with slopes. Bring water, snacks, appropriate hiking gear, layers, closed toed… Read Full Post

  • Mindfulness and Nature Journaling: A Deeper Look

    Forest Park Nature Center

    So often we get caught up seeing the bigger picture. Join our Naturalists as we learn to take a deeper look and appreciate the little hidden treasures of the forest. Registration is required. Must be 18 and older. $5/Person; FPNC Members are Free

    $5

  • Nature Art Show & Sale

    Forest Park Nature Center

    Find one-of-a-kind treasures created by local artists in this annual art show. Shopping for nature-inspired artwork supports both Forest Park and these talented creators. You can visit and shop starting 11/22 through 12/30. It is open from 9:30am-5pm Tuesday- Saturday. FPNC is closed Sundays, Mondays, and holidays during run of Nature Art Show.

  • Migratory Bird Hike Fall

    Forest Park Nature Center

    Are you interested in learning more about the birds that migrate through Peoria? Are you wanting to learn about nature and birds? Are you a beginning birder? Then Migratory Bird Hikes are for you. 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. Bring your binoculars, water, hiking clothes etc. In addition, binoculars will be… Read Full Post

    $5

  • The Fungus Among Us

    Forest Park Nature Center

    From turkey tails to giant puff balls, as you walk through the forest you start to notice the fungus among us! Join our Naturalists as we dive deeper into the mystical world of mushrooms to discover who is lurking around the next log. Please register for this program. All ages welcome.

    $5

  • Haunted Hike

    Forest Park Nature Center

    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! Please preregister for this program. All ages welcome. $5/Person; FPNC Members are Free

    $5