North Park Village Nature Center
5801 N. Pulaski
Chicago Park District
Featuring an oak savanna, wetland, prairie and woodland, this site narrowly averted being developed into a shopping center and has been touted as how one can successfully involve community in urban greening and ecological restoration.
LaBagh WoodsUrban forest preserves are a great place for city dwellers to get in touch with nature. Located along the North Branch of the Chicago River, LaBagh Woods is well-known as a birding hot spot and a place to see wild-flowers. A number of groups assist in organizing workdays for this area, located at Foster and Cicero Ave, including the Sierra Club.
Origin’s Park RiverfrontChicago Park District
Standing at the starting point for the historic I & M Canal which linked Lake Michigan to the Mississippi River, the restoration and celebration of the Chicago River are notable features.
Humboldt Park Lagoons1400 N. Humboldt Blvd.
Chicago Park District
A completely man-made water feature, the 2004 redevelopment of Jens Jensen’s west-side prairie river and rebuilt boathouse and stables show how community volunteers can be involved in the city’s parks and gardens.
CalumetThe southeast side of Chicago is home to a unique mix of industry and incredible diversity. Through a range of partnerships this area of Chicago is being carefully planned to maintain and refresh the unique ecosystems that exist, while accommodating the industry that has been inherent in the community.
GreenNet is a coalition of nonprofit organizations and public agencies committed to improving the quality, amount, use, and wide geographic distribution of sustainable, green open space in the City of Chicago.