Trailblazers: Des Plaines River Relics Walk

Trailblazers: Des Plaines River Relics Walk

Join us as we admire the beauty of the Des Plaines River.

By Friends of the Forest Preserves

Date and time

Saturday, June 15 · 9 - 11am CDT

Location

Sunset Bridge Meadow

Des Plaines River Trail River Grove, IL 60171

About this event

The final three miles of the Des Plaines River Trail have more lost, abandoned, and mysterious artifacts than any other stretch of the trail; we’ll discuss what these are and how they fit into the modern history of this most urban of urban rivers. Along the way, we’ll also talk about water quality, habitat conditions in the Des Plaines watershed, and flooding.

Difficulty level

Moderate to fast pace. Easy 5-mile hike, mostly flat trail; est. 1.5 to 2 hours.

Parking/Meeting location:

Sunset Bridge Meadow parking lot; North Ave. east of N 1st Ave River Grove, IL

Meet your volunteer guide:

Hobby hiker and nature lover, Dan Witte built a fan site dedicated to the Des Plaines River: www.thedesplaines.com

What to bring/wear:

Water, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing (layers are recommended), and sturdy hiking boots/comfortable shoes.


Photo Credit: Dan Witte

This event is free, but please register to secure your spot. If you have any questions about this walk or the Trailblazers Walking Series, contact Sydney Armstead, Engagement Program Manager, at sydney@fotfp.org.

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Organized by

Friends of the Forest Preserves

We unite people to protect, promote, and care for the forest preserves in Cook County. Founded in 1998 by a small group of concerned citizens, Friends is now a force of thousands of committed volunteers and members. Through political advocacy, ecological restoration, and community engagement, we ensure the forest preserves will always be a source of recreation and relaxation.

Postponed