Special Events
The Nature Center hosts a variety of special events throughout the year including Earth Day in April, and Winterfest in February of even years. To reach the Bartlett Nature Center call 847-608-3120.
Open Mic Night: Age: All
Dec. 11
NEW! Winter Night Hike for Couples – Age: 18 and over
Feb. 4
Open Mic Night: Age: All
Feb. 11
Maple Syruping – Age: 2 and over with participating adult
March 18
Snowshoe Rental
When snow is on the ground snowshoes are available for rent through the Nature Center.
Winterfest:
February in even years. Adopt a Husky provides dog sledding demonstrations. Free activities, exhibitors, and winter fun round out this event.
Homeschool Kids – Age: 5-10
Dec. 13 – Flight
Little Tots Nature Class – Age: 2-3
Dec. 15 – Snowman
NEW! The Holiday Season – Age: 3-5
Dec. 17
Homeschool Kids – Age: 5-10
Dec. 27 – Earth Rocks
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Dec. 23 – Vikings
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Dec. 27 – Pirates
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Dec. 28 – Wild West
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Dec. 29 – The Year 1970
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Dec. 30 – Future in Space
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Jan. 2 – National Science Fiction Day
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Jan. 3 – J.R.R. Tolkien Day
Homeschool Kids – Age: 5-10
Jan. 3 – Constellations
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Jan. 4 – National Trivia Day
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Jan. 5 – National Bird Day
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Jan. 6 – Winter Survival
Plants that Eat Bugs – Age: 7-10
Jan. 7
Dolphin Fun – Age: 5-7
Jan. 8
Where Did the Animals Go? – Age: 7-13
Jan. 8
Little Tots Nature Class – Age: 2-4
Jan. 12 – Snowflake
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Jan. 16 – Appreciate a Dragon Day
Homeschool Kids – Age: 5-10
Jan. 17 – Snow Adaptive Animals
National Winnie the Pooh Day – Age: 2-4
Jan. 18
Winter Constellations – Age: All Ages
Jan. 21
Little Tots Nature Class – Age: 2-4
Jan. 26 – Arctic Fox
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Jan. 27 – Recycle Day
Insect Pinning Basics – Age:12 and up
Jan. 28
Pajama Party – Age: 7-13
Jan. 28
Groundhog Day – Age: 2-4
Feb. 2
Wildlife Tracking 101 – Age: 5 and over
Feb. 4
Homeschool Kids – Age: 5-10
Feb. 7 – Water Cycle
National Kite Flying Day – Age: 7 and over
Feb. 8
Little Tots Nature Class – Age: 2-4
Feb. 9 – Hearts
Day of Love – Age: 5-7
Feb. 11
Winter Night Hike – Age: All ages
Feb. 18
Paper Bead Making – Age: 5-7
Feb. 19
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
Feb. 20 – Escape Room
Homeschool Kids – Age: 5-10
Feb. 21 – Plant Life Cycle
Little Tots Nature Class – Age: 2-4
Feb.23 – Pinocchio Day
National Pokémon Day – Age: 6-9
Feb. 26
Day of Fun – Age: 6-13
March 3 – World Wildlife Day
Unpacking Illinois Birds – Age: 5-7
March 4
Homeschool Kids – Age: 5-10
March 7 – Make it Move
Little Tots Nature Class – Age: 2-4
March 9 – St. Patty’s Day
Luck of the Irish – Age: 5-10
March 17
Homeschool Kids – Age: 5-10
March 21 – International Day of Forests
Little Tots Nature Class– Age: 2-4
March 23 – Bunnies
Sprout into Spring – Age: 6-8
March 25
Hiking Basics – Age: 7-9
March 25
Nature STEAM Spring Break Camp – Age: 6-13
March 27-31
