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Natural Events

Experience the colors of Chicago springs on the north branch trail. Ride your bike and enjoy the weekend

Forest Floors of Color

Spring has arrived as the Forest floor comes to life, giving a robust show of color when you take the the Nature's Path Route.  
​April - May 15th
 Bike the nature's path on the north loop ride during spring  and witness what Chicago's nature has to offer
Carpet of color during the month May and April . Go on a bike journey and explore your Chicago

Flashes in the Night- The After Glow

In the month of July there is another firework show happening but this time in the woods. Witness the glow of the Firefly.
-Through out July
Bicycle riding in Chicago during the month of July  with the joy of Fire flies and nature
See this spectacluar light show from the seat of a bike during the month of July in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs on Bike adventure
Visit your State park on a bike/bicycle and witness nature during the month of July in and around Chicago

Ride your bike along the Lake front path and learn about the flight of the dragonfly on a weekend bike tour

The Great 4 Winged Migration 

Dragonflies use the shores of Lake Michigan as a guide to travel North with the ever protruding summer season in the northern hemisphere. Witness their 1000 mile+ journey.  -Late July- Early August
Bike journeys and explore Chicago with a relaxing bicycle tour
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CHORUS OF THE NEW YEAR

During the dawn on early spring mornings, the first chorus of the new year sounds in the amphibian world. Spring peepers and tree frogs play a song that is one of kind to hear. During May
What kind of nature do you see when your on a bike ride in chicago? The Chicago region and the Lower Lake Michigan basin area is a one of kind biodiversity hotspot
Discover nature by bicycle Weekend Bike rides Explore Your Chicago and beyond.

See the and hear the Illinois prairie by bicycle. Also discover Indian dunes state park by bike, Chain-o lakes state park by bike and Illinois Beach state park . plus Glacier park in Mchenry County (a national wildlife refuge)

EVENING VOICES OF ILLINOIS- THE SUMMER'S TRIUMPHET END  

You do not want to miss this. An orchestrated sound of crickets, amphibians and  insects symphonize, while the sun paints a portrait for the late night stage. Listen to the wonders of Illinois nights.
​-Late August 
Bike trails in prairies of Illinois

THE AUTUMN SUN HARVEST- FOLIAGE OF COLORS

Throughout the year the sun shines down upon the forests, giving all the spectrums of light, and then the seasons change. Trees collect the the summer's sun harvest  then sheds the delight of summer onto the ground, to begin a new. -Oct. 15th - Nov. 15th
Fall colors when on bike trails near chicago

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A  Bike Camping + Nature Community ​for Chicago and the Lake Michigan Area
​​Founded in 2015.​ A 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
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  • Adventures
    • Adult Rides
    • Family Rides
    • Youth Program
    • Adaptive Bike Camping
    • Where The Wild Things Grow
  • About Us
    • Mission, Vision, Values
    • The Team
    • Our Origins
    • FAQ
    • Get Involved >
      • Volunteer
      • Contact Us
      • Your Story - Testimonials
      • Organization Station
    • Photo Journal
  • Blog
  • DONATE
  • Shop