PBNM Picnic / Potluc

895 South Wood Dale Road,Wood Dale IL 60191

23 July, 2022

Description

Mark your calendars now!!!To say we've missed everyone is an understatement! But we're finally getting together again in an absolutely beautiful setting! If you've not been to Wood Dale Grove Forest Preserve, you're in for a treat! There's a shelter, and plenty of picnic tables (appx 8' wide...so lots of seating!) We even have a large grill to use! We're preparing tasty carrot dogs with lots of "fixins" for just a small donation.The site overlooks a lake, and there are plenty of trees around as well. We've placed our order for a warm, sunny day, (fingers crossed) but we plan to gather, rain or shine! For a quick tour of the site, check out this quick video. For an overview of the Preserve, click here. On this map, our shelter location is toward the bottom of the page, just below "Grove Lake".We are planning some activities...this is a family-friendly event, so kids are welcome. Just be aware that the site is very close to the lake, so parents should be extra aware of where their kids are all the time!We will provide things like plates, cups, napkins, eating and serving utensils, and water. We ask that everyone bring a dish to share and the recipe/ingredients used (in case some have allergies or sensitivities). If you need suggestions, visit the recipe-sites page on our website. You'll find plenty of great ideas! Some simple suggestions might be things like chilis, pastas, burrito-bowls, taco-salads, stir-frys, soups, pasta salads, finger foods, snacks, etc.DON'T FRET! If you're new to plant-based eating or are just "plant-curious", keep it simple! A tray of fruit and/or veggie chunks with hummus or guacamole is right up our alley! And by all means, BRING A FRIEND! Help us spread the word ... and the GREAT FOOD! It's good for our health and that of our planet, not to mention good for the animals!DIRECTIONS:Follow Wood Dale Road, north of Lake Street (Rt. 20) appx. 1 mile to entrance to the Preserve. Once you turn into the entrance, follow driveway to the RIGHT for the SOUTH Shelter. We'll be waiting! Entrance to Wood Dale Grove Forest Preserve