Events : Nature Oasis
Polar Adventure Days
Come out and enjoy winter in Chicago at the annual Polar Adventure Days event. In February you can see Siberian Huskies and other live animals, watch as amazing ice sculptures are made, take a horse-drawn carriage ride, listen to a story, make a nature craft, explore the island on snow-shoes (if there's snow) and enjoy hot cocoa. All are welcome at this family friendly event.
Date: 02/23/08
Start Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Schedule Notes: Driving Directions: Take Lake Shore Drive (N. or S.) to the 18 St./Museum Campus exit. Follow Museum Campus Dr. toward Adler Planetarium. Turn right on Lynn White Dr. Go past the Charter One Pavilion (on the left) and the Burnham Harbor Yacht Club (on the right). The Visitor Center and free parking are on the left side. CTA: Take the #146 bus, exit at Lynn White Dr. and walk suoth to the Visitor Center.
Cost: free
Location : Northerly Island
Designed to help Chicagoans of all ages experience the wonder of nature right here in the city, the Nature Oasis program was launched by the Chicago Park District in the summer of 2001. This exciting program is currently based at Gompers, Humboldt, Jackson and Washington parks and works to increase environmental awareness by offering a wide range of nature-based programming throughout the seasons. These programs and events are planned so that you, your friends and family can come to a local park to get inspired, get in touch with nature, get your hands dirty or simply enjoy the beauty of the seasons.
