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Courting love birds: Kendall County forest preserve offering Valentine’s Day stroll, campfire

Learn low-impact camping techniques from Leave No Trace instructors at a Forest Preserve District of Will County program on Aug. 7, 2025, at Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve in Crete Township

This Valentine’s Day, a crackling fire following a sunset stroll through a forest preserve is awaiting all love birds.

From 4 to 5:30 pm on Feb. 14, the Kendall County Forest Preserve is hosting a romantic afternoon at Subat Forest Preserve.

The activities include a sunset one-mile stroll, photo props “for memorable moments,” and a romantic fire with complimentary marshmallows and hot chocolate.

“Discover the fascinating courtship behaviors of Illinois birds and help our feathered friends by decorating birdhouses and bird feeders,” the district said in a release.

The event is available for ages 16-and-older. The event is $8 per person. Every participant must register and participants age 16-17 must have a waiver completed and signed by a parent or guardian.

You can register online at kendallforest.com/.

Joey Weslo

Joey Weslo

Joey Weslo is a reporter for Shaw Local News Network