Teen Nature Days FAQ

Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty. Participants are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles, hats, sunglasses and sunscreen. For kayak programs, waterproof bags or cases for phones are recommended.

Programs take place rain or shine. Programs are subject to cancellation at any point leading up to the program if signs of severe weather are present or predicted.

• Tools and supplies for any litter clean-ups and habitat restoration
• Gloves for picking up trash
• Hand sanitizer
• Extra face masks
• Basic first-aid supplies

For other questions, email us at [email protected] or call us at 312-939-2438.

Absolutely! You’ll receive basic kayak instructions before going out on the river.

No, kayaks will be provided for the program.

Protecting our participants’ health and safety is our utmost priority here at Shedd Aquarium. All staff members and participants are required to wear masks or face coverings on land but may remove their masks or face coverings while on the river provided they are at least 6 feet from participants outside of their household. Minimum distances of 6 feet will be maintained throughout the program except for staff assistance in and out of the kayaks. All equipment and materials, including kayaks, paddles, life jackets, pens, trash grabbers, etc., will be sanitized prior to use. Hand sanitizer will be available as needed throughout the program.

No, participants for Teen Nature Days will use the kayaks provided at the site.