Kids/After School/Adult Programs
Please note:
For childhood enrichment programs,
see page 22.
• Monarchs and Minnows [Ages 4-6]
• STEAM Team [Grades K-1]
• Ravine Rangers [Grades K-3]
• Wild Warhol’s [Grades K-1]
NEW!
Eco Explorers
[Grades K-3]
One Day Adult Programs
Ecological Sundays Series | Adult
Learn how cheetahs from Africa and coyotes from the Midwest
are similar as they struggle with habitat loss and conflict with
humans. Get ready for spring, learning the ecological benefits
that gardens can have for wildlife. Program showcases the
beauty of native plants and the importance they have in our
home gardens. Min/Max 8/20.
Jan 20 | Human-Wildlife Conflict: Cheetahs in Africa to the
Coyotes of the Midwest
1245160-A
Su
10-11:30am $9
Feb 24 | Gardening for Pollinators
1245160-B
Su
10-11:30am $9
One-Day Family and Adult Programs
Cozy Campfire | All Ages
Spend time inside our Nature Center building learning the
different ways animals survive winter, through games, artifacts
and interactive activities. Afterwards, we will head outside to
the campfire to make a tasty s’more. Each event offers different
activities and games. Children must be accompanied by a paid
registered adult. Bring warm clothes for when we go outside to
make s’mores. Min/Max is 6/20.
Dec 14
1245161-A
F
6:30-8pm
$10
Jan 11
1245161-B F 6:30-8pm $10
Feb 15
1245161-C
F
6:30-8pm
$10
Eagle Watch | Ages 6-Adult
Travel with us to Starved Rock State Park for the Illinois
Audubon Society’s Eagle Watch Weekend. See a live bird
show, view wild eagles fishing along the river, make crafts and
participate in hands-on activities. The colder it is, the better
the bird viewing! Children must be accompanied by a paid
registered adult. Dress warmly and for walking; some of the best
viewing areas involve climbing stairs. Meals not included. Min/Max
is 5/13.
Jan 26
1245110-A Sa 8am-6:30pm $23
Nature Discovery Day | All Ages
Visit our nature classroom, complete a craft to take home,
explore the science of nature, go sledding or cross country
skiing, view live animals and enjoy a roasted marshmallow
around a crackling campfire at our tenth annual Nature
Discovery Day. Activities may vary and some are weather
dependent. No pre-registration required.
Feb 2
Sa
10am-Noon
FREE
Reptiles & Amphibians | Ages 6-Adult
Join the Frog Lady and learn the difference between reptiles
and amphibians. Meet live animals up close and get a chance to
touch some. Children must be accompanied by a paid registered
adult. Min/Max is 25/80.
Jan 21
1245162-A M 2-4pm $9
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Park District of Highland Park • 847.831.3810 • pdhp.org
PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION
• Pre-registration is required for all programs unless
otherwise noted
• On-site registration is not available at the start of the
program
• Each participant must be registered
• Children must be accompanied by a paid registered adult
• Please note that a program may be cancelled early due
to low enrollment