Take a Hike Program

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is telling you to “Take a Hike” in 2010 — literally.

We’re inviting individuals and families to get to know Kane County’s forest preserves better, as part of our new Take a Hike program. We’ve chosen the Top 10 Hikes in Kane County for you to explore this year. Throughout 2010, we’ll highlight 10 preserves and add a corresponding activity for each.

Bring completed activity sheets to the Nature Center at Tekakwitha Woods Forest Preserve, where we’ll keep track of your success. Once you’ve hiked at least 7 of the 10 preserves, we’ll reward you with our commemorative “Take a Hike” patch (while supplies last).

Take a Hike is perfect for scouts, youth groups, coworkers or families to complete together. It’s also a great way to keep in shape, in touch, and in tune with nature – all while having fun recreating in the Kane County forest preserves!

Call our naturalist staff at (847) 741-8350 or e-mail programs@kaneforest.com with questions or for additional information. Information will be available on our Web site on the following schedule. Activity sheets will be posted by the first of the month.

January - Febuary: Burnidge Forest Preserve
The rolling terrain of this 600-acre preserve is frequently blanketed in snow during January and February. Bundle up and wear your snow boots for an adventure through Burnidge. Your whole family will enjoy an exploration of this winter wonderland! Keep an eye out for wildlife tracks in the snow, white-tailed deer, woodpeckers, hawks and hardy songbirds. Download our winter scavenger hunt to see how many items you can find!

Burnidge Activity Sheet