Will County Forest Preserve Programs
Here are the Forest Preserve District of Will County programs for the week of June 30. Online registration is available on the Event Calendar at ReconnectWithNature.org.
Fish Tales Photo Contest: 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesdays to Sundays, July 1 to Aug. 31, Monee Reservoir, Monee Township. Cast a line and enter a photo of your catch for a chance to win a $50 gift card. Submission stations are posted along the shoreline and in rowboats. Free. All ages.
Fish Tales Photo Contest: 6 a.m.-sunset daily, July 1 to Aug. 31, Hidden Lakes Trout Farm, Bolingbrook. Cast a line and enter a photo of your catch for a chance to win a $50 gift card. Submission stations are posted along the shoreline. Free. All ages.
Sidewalk Chalk Contest: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays to Fridays and 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, July 1 to July 31, Hidden Lakes Trout Farm. Create chalk art inspired by nature using provided supplies. Submit a photo of your masterpiece for a chance to win. Free. All ages.
Summer Spinner Challenge: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays, July 2 to July 31, Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Bolingbrook. Spin your way through outdoor nature challenges and return to the front desk for a reward. Free. All ages.
Klash of the Teen Kayakers: 2:30-4:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, Monee Reservoir. Teens can compete in kayaking games and cool off with Popsicles after a short safety review. Participants must know how to paddle. $20 per person. Ages 13-17. Register by June 29.
Klash of the Kayakers: 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, Monee Reservoir. Adults can compete in kayaking games and cool off with Popsicles after a short safety review. Participants must know how to paddle. $20 per person. Ages 18 or older. Register by June 29.
Fishing for Trash: 6 a.m.-7 p.m. daily, July 5 to July 11, Monee Reservoir. Help keep the preserve clean by picking up trash. Return a full bag to receive a frozen treat. Free. All ages.