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Savor the sights and sounds of a country Christmas with your family! Meet at the Interpretive Center, then take a winter walk to our Pioneer Log Cabin to participate in craft projects, games, songs and a story. Afterwards, take a pleasant stroll through the woods to the historic Redfield Estate and enjoy refreshments, cookie decorating and a visit with Santa. This two-hour program will delight your family as you. Please dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied by adults. Please indicate the name of each person registering.
Discover the world of bees and learn why they are so important to the life cycle of many of your favorite fruits and vegetables. Learn what bees like to eat, where they live and how they help people. Dress for the weather and for walking on the trails. Fee listed is per adult/child pair. Additional children may be added for $6.
Learn how to work with the forge, anvil and hammers that Blacksmiths use to make useful household items. You will go home with a finished product.
Join us for a free trailwalk that will focus on the trees of The Grove and learn about some of the trees that are native to Illinois from the Village of Glenview's Robyn Flakne.
If the smell of a campfire and a night hike appeal to your senses, you will enjoy this Grove program. Bring family and friends to share some dessert around the fire while The Grove staff entertains you with a story or songs. Add to that some interesting nature discoveries along Grove trails for a very pleasant evening. Dress for the weather. (Program will be held in the Interpretive Center if weather is bad.) Children under 12 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Please indicate the name of each person registering.
If sitting on bales of hay and singing songs as your wagon is pulled through The Grove’s woodlands sounds like a perfect fall evening, this is for you! Roasting marshmallows and popping popcorn over a campfire will also be part of the fun. WHO: All ages (not recommended for ages 2 yrs. and under) Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
The Grove is proud to offer an exciting opportunity for families-an overnight campout at The Grove! Join us to learn the basics of setting up your own tent, cooking out, and other fun outdoor activities. Campfire snacks, night hike, and other surprises included. Fee listed is per parent/child pair, additional family members may be added for $30 per person. Note: Tent and cooking equipment will be provided, please bring sleeping bag, pillow, and other overnight essentials.
Visit our Native American tipi and longhouse and learn how Woodland and Plains Native American Indians used to live! Storytime and craft in the longhouse included. Fee listed is per adult-child pair. An adult must attend with child(ren). Register using child’s name. Additional children may be added for $6 each.
Owls are truly amazing animals! Sharp talons, strong beaks and keen vision all help to make them “tigers of the air.” Learn why owl flight is silent and use some detective work to discover what these birds eat. Meet The Grove’s owls up close, then hit the trails to search for these magnificent creatures in the wild. Find out which owls are common here in Illinois, maybe even right in your own neighborhood!
Ever wonder what makes a firefly glow? Come to The Grove to explore the unique adaptations that fireflies use for territory and mating rituals. Learn the firefly code and enjoy a snack. Children under 12 must be accompanied by adult (not recommended for children 4 and under). Fee listed is per person. Please register each person attending separately.
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