Family Expeditions for March

Trout Fishing for Kids

Wood Dale Grove- Saturday, March 30: 8 a.m.- Noon.

Introduce your young anglers to trout fishing at this preseason special event that’s just for them. Bait provided. Ages 15 and under with an adult. Free.

Registration not required. Call (630) 933-7668. Visit base camp for the 2013 pins.

When Darkness Falls

Waterfall Glen

Saturday, March 16: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Hike through the dark woods with a ranger, and discover what it’s like to use your senses like a nocturnal predator. Ages 6 and up; under 16 with an adult. Free. Registration begins March 4.

Call (630) 933-7248.

Get Sticky! Maple Syrup Sundays

Fullersburg Woods

Sunday, March 10: Noon- 4 p.m.

Sunday, March 17: Noon- 4 p.m.

Take a self-guided stroll through the woods, and discover the secret of turning tree sap into syrup. Activities ongoing. All ages. Free. Registration not required. Call (630) 850-8110.

April Fools’ Adventure

Kline Creek Farm

Monday, April 1: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

One day out of the year, what you see and hear at Kline Creek Farm is not quite right. Test your knowledge. Search for things that just don’t belong in the 1890s, from our costumes and tools to some decorations and little extras around the farm. This program is free, and no registration is needed.

Call (630) 876-5900 for more information.

Spring Night Hike

Mayslake

Saturday, March 16: 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Hike through the dark woods with a ranger, and discover what it’s like to use your senses like a nocturnal predator. Ages 6 and up; under 16 with an adult. Free. Registration begins March 4.

Call (630) 933-7248.

Under Cover of Night

Lincoln Marsh

Saturday, March 16: 7:15-8:45 p.m.

Shake those winter blues at Lincoln Marsh on an adventurous night hike! Explore the changing season under cover of darkness. Our hike ends with roasting marshmallows and hot chocolate around a crackling fire. Recommended for age 4 and up. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Register online or call (630) 871-2810.

Look “Hoo” I Had for Dinner

Willowbrook

Sunday, March 31: 1:30-3 p.m.

Discover what an owl ate for dinner by dissecting a real owl pellet; then, meet one of these interesting raptors.

Ages 7-12 with an adult. $2 per person. Registration begins March 4.

Call (630) 942-6200.

Spring Cleaning

Kline Creek Farm

March 25, 28, & 29: 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Don’t sit around over spring break; get out and enjoy the farm! You can help get manure to the fields, sweep the house, beat rugs, and keep the kitchen garden weed free. After work there may be time for games. Hands-on activities will vary and will be ongoing during the week. This program is free, and no registration is needed.

Call (630) 876-5900 for more information.

Busy As A Bee

Kline Creek Farm

Sunday, April 7: 9:30, 10:30, 11 a.m., 12:30, 1, 1:30, 2, 2:30, 3 p.m.

Meet some of Kline Creek Farm’s expert beekeepers, examine a hive, learn how to plant a bee friendly garden and get a taste of Kline Creek Farm honey. Your visit will extend home with Make and Take projects. A great program for Scouts, youth groups, families or friends. Reservations required.

To reserve call (630) 876-5900.

Find more on these events and more at the DuPage County Forest Preserve website.