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Prairie Sampler and Trail Workday

Event information

Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025

Time: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Fee: Free!

Age: Ages 12 and older. Children younger than 15 must be accompanied by an adult.

Contact: 708-747-6320

Location: Thorn Creek Woods Nature Preserve


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A wooden bridge spanning a creek in a forest. Photo by Glenn P. Knoblock

Event details

Get down and dirty at our Thorn Creek workday. Help repair boardwalks, maintain trails or weed and nurture our Prairie Sampler and butterfly gardens.

Event requirements

Registration required by Monday, April 28: 708-747-6320.

Bring gloves and your favorite tools, and dress for the weather.

Trail work is on natural surface trails across uneven terrain. Trails can be wet, muddy and slippery. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service to participate in this program should call 708-747-6320.