​“Nature: a place where birds fly around uncooked.”

— Oscar Wilde

A world of fun awaits just outside your door! June is “The Great Outdoors” Month, and whether you’re spending quality time in the backyard or venturing to one of our fabulous Metroparks to try forest-bathing, we’ve got some books to make the most out of your experience. You don’t have to go far to make this the best summer ever!

Coming Soon:  Great Outdoors Activities-to-Go packets for ADULTS  

How to Create Your Garden

The New Gardener's Handbook : Everything You Need to Know to Grow a Beautiful & Bountiful Garden

The Backyard Birdwatcher's Bible

Kaufman Field Guide to Nature of the Midwest

The Crafty Gardener: Inspired Ideas and DIY Crafts From Your Own Backyard

Taste of Home Handmade Outdoor Crafts: 70+ Fun & Easy Projects

Shinrin-Yoku: The Japanese Art of Forest Bathing

The Outdoor Adventurer's Guide to Forest Bathing: Using Shinrin-Yoku to Hike, Bike, Paddle, and Climb Your Way to Health and Happiness

Attracting Wildlife to Your Backyard: 101 Ways to Make Your Property Home for Creatures Great and Small

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• Celebrate Blue Week with Olander Parks and the Library
• Learn about Birds