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Chicago’s True Nature a One Earth Film Festival Screening event
Like many natural wonders, the Forest Preserves are “hidden in plain sight.” While the Preserves are well-known for family parties and cook-outs, many are unaware of its vast biodiversity – the flora and fauna of the urban preserves and the diversity of native plants that struggle to flourish against invasive species. Chicago’s True Nature takes viewers beyond the picnic groves and introduces them to the nearby wonders of nature. Join us for a rich discussion bridging themes of our local Chicago-area forests with those of our global, "intact," Great Forests around the world. Sue Dombro, Director of the Forest Preserves of Cook County's Trailside Museum (and the red-tailed hawk that resides at Trailside!) will share the vision behind the creation of almost 70,000 acres of Chicagoland forest, woodlands, prairie, dunes, and wetlands -- and bring information about the Forest Preserves' rich nature programs. Dr. Ashwin Ravikumar, Field Museum Environmental Social Scientist at the Keller Science Action Center’s Andes-Amazon program, will share about the Field Museum's work in Latin America in the Amazon, working with species biodiversity and empowering local people to improve their well-being through conservation. Schedule subject to change. Check website for current info on this & more than 45 other film events. Most screenings are free with $6 suggested donation. Secure your seat! Reserve tickets at: oneearthfilmfest.org
Chicago’s True Nature a One Earth Fil...Date and Time
Saturday Mar 11, 2017
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CSTSat, Mar 11th, 11:00 AM
Location
Thatcher Pavilion 8030 Chicago Ave, River Forest
Fees/Admission
FREE
Contact Information
Jodi Wine
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