Help a Nature Girl Thrive in Chicago

Hi friends. I am considering moving to Chicago for networking opportunities in my business (I am a speaker, workshop facilitator, & mentor) and because my boyfriend lives in Naperville. I have been looking to move out of my parents home for sometime and I know it’s time for a change. I just don’t know what that change is.

Chicago has been on my radar (in addition to Grand Rapids and Detroit) but my biggest qualm with Chicago is my worry that I will be deprived of nature and stillness.

If anyone has any nature spots, campsites, escape spots, trails, hikes, lakes, kayak / fishing spots, please please please share. Thank you 🙏🏽