Kish Kids Outside

01/07/2026

Mark your calendar for this fun event happening 1/17! Contact University of Illinois Extension - Boone, DeKalb and Ogle Counties for more details!

01/01/2026

As the New Year begins, may it be full of fresh air, curious minds, playful adventures, and shared care for the land and for one another. Here’s to a bright, hopeful year ahead. 💚

12/24/2025

As the year comes to a close, we’re wishing you warmth, wonder, and moments of connection—outside and together. ✨

May the holidays bring time to slow down, breathe deeply, and notice the beauty all around you.

12/21/2025

Today we welcome the Winter Solstice—a pause, a breath, and a turning point. Even in the darkest season, nature reminds us that rest is powerful and light always returns.

11/20/2025

🧥 FREE Winter Wear ❄️🧣

Need warm clothing for the season? The DeKalb Area Women's Center is hosting a free distribution event with coats, jackets, boots, scarves, hats, and gloves for women, men, and children.

DeKalb Area Women’s Center
📍1021 State Street, DeKalb, IL 60115
📅 Saturday, November 22, 2025
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

All are welcome—spread the word! 💙
Questions? Contact: 815-758-1351 or DeKalbAWC@gmail.com

11/18/2025

Happy National Take a Hike Day! 🥾
Today’s the perfect reminder that a hike can be a slow stroll down a familiar trail, a walk to the park, or wandering your own backyard.

Every step outside opens the door to curiosity, calm, and connection. 🌿
For kids (and adults!), even a few minutes outdoors can spark wonder.

So take a step—any step.
A little time outside is always time well spent. 💚

10/29/2025

🐦 Pop-Up Nature: Backyard Birding!
📍 Russell Woods Forest Preserve, Genoa
📅 Thursday, October 30 | 10 AM – 1:30 PM

Swing by anytime between 10am and 1:30pm to explore the world of Backyard Birding with DeKalb County Forest Preserve District staff! Learn to identify the birds you see at your feeder and discover what’s waiting just beyond it.

Perfect for families, nature lovers, and curious minds of all ages — come connect with nature, learn something new, and enjoy a beautiful fall day outdoors! 🍂

10/22/2025

Today is Take Me Outside Day!
🌳🍂🐝🍁🌞🌈
Here’s how to get involved:
1️⃣ Sign up on the Take Me Outside website — it’s free!
2️⃣ Spend one hour outside on Wednesday, Oct. 22.
3️⃣ Explore the week’s schedule full of outdoor learning inspiration.
4️⃣ Share your experiences using .

10/20/2025

Its Take Me Outside Week, October 20–24! Are you in to get out?
Join nearly 1 million learners and educators across North America encouraging everyone to embrace outdoor learning and connection with nature!

This FREE virtual initiative features inspiring speakers, fun activities, and prizes — all focused on three themes:
✨ Indigenous Perspectives & Knowledge
🌱 Environmental Education & Climate Change
💚 Health & Wellbeing

Let’s step beyond the walls of the classroom and into the wonder of the outdoors! 🌿

🔗 Learn more and sign up: takemeoutside.ca

10/20/2025

10/17/2025

Help care for local wildlife habitat this Saturday, Oct. 18 from 9–11 AM at Oaken Acres.

This month’s project will prepare the land for prescribed burns later this fall and winter — removing honeysuckle and clearing leaves and debris from the base of trees.

Please RSVP to ann.shult@gmail.com

Every hour spent makes a difference for local wildlife and healthy habitats. 💚

10/04/2025

🧵 Glidden Tinker Time: Clothespin Dolls

Saturday, October 11: 3-4 pm
Glidden Homestead, 921 W. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb

Step back in time and get crafty at Glidden Tinker Time!

This hands-on, guided program invites young makers to explore life in the 1870s by creating their very own clothespin doll—a popular homemade toy for children in pioneer days.
Before plastic toys and battery-powered gadgets, kids used creativity and simple materials to bring their playtime to life. Using wooden clothespins, fabric scraps, yarn, and imagination, you’ll design a one-of-a-kind doll just like children might have at the Glidden Homestead over 150 years ago. This activity is just $5 per child, with proceeds supporting operations of the J.F. Glidden Homestead & Historical Center. A chaperone is required.
Join us for old-fashioned fun that blends history, art, and play!

Pre-registration is required. For more information contact Jessi@gliddenhomestead.org or call 815-756-7904
Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/glidden-tinker-time-clothespin-dolls