The Great Sauk Trail began as a Native American trail running through  Illinois, Indiana and Michigan. The trail evolved into a major wagon and stage coach road and the route for countless fugitive slaves seeking their freedom in Canada.

Local historian Larry McClellan has stories to tell about this now-busy thoroughfare on the northern edge of our Thorn Creek Woods.

At our annual gathering of nature lovers which is open to the public, there will be a short Friends meeting, the presentation and refreshments.

Larry McClellan is a founding member of Governors State University, retired professor of sociology and community studies, local pastor, former mayor of University Park and historian. McClellan has co-authored two books on the history of the south suburbs and written hundreds of columns for local newspapers.

Saturday, October 27   1-3 p.m.   Free.  Ages 12-adult.   Freedom Hall, 410 Lakewood Blvd, Park Forest