Willowhaven Nature Park has amenities for every outdoor enthusiast. With over 1 mile of walking paths
06/28/2022
The Water has been restored to the Small Dog Park run. Please keep the water off when not in use, and thank you for your patience as we made repairs!
Remember to check out the Bourbonnais Township Park District page for future updates on the Dog Park!
06/21/2022
If your looking for something to do this summer, stop out the the Willowhaven Nature Center! Check out our nature displays, activity tables and live animals at the center. We are open to the public and admission is FREE! While your here, enjoy our beautiful 120 acre park with trails, playground, disc golf course and more!
06/20/2022
🦋Check out Little Acorns Camp at Willowhaven Park where campers learn about changes in nature. Lessons for this 3 day preschool camp will cover metamorphosis, habitats and seasonal changes in nature with instructor Miss Judy. Camp will meet rain or shine at the Willowhaven Nature Center. Pre-registration is required for staffing ratios so sign–up today at the Willowhaven Nature Center or online at https://register1.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/ilbourbonnais.wsc/search.html?module=AR&primarycode=115703&search=yes
06/20/2022
🗣 Starting July 1, make sure to like, follow and share the page to get all the scoop on Willowhaven Park Nature Center news! This page will not be used for Willowhaven posts. we want to share all the great happening with the entire park district! We don’t want you to miss a thing!
06/19/2022
Walk-ins welcome at this summer Live Animal presentation at the Willowhaven Nature Center!
06/17/2022
We love our park!
06/15/2022
We are wrapping up Reptile Week at the Nature Center with a one of a kind art project! Create a pendent with a real piece of snakeskin inside. No snakes are harmed as the skin is shed naturally. In fact, the skin doners will be on hand to meet and greet with during the program. Pre-registration is appreciated and online at: https://register1.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/ilbourbonnais.wsc/search.html?module=AR&primarycode=135205&search=yes
06/14/2022
🐍Let's show some love for some of the most misunderstood creatures on the planet! Live snakes will be on hand to prove that some animals get a bad wrap and that they are beneficial animals to have in our backyards. Program also includes a fun sand art craft to take home. Online registration is available at: https://register1.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/ilbourbonnais.wsc/search.html?module=AR&primarycode=105919&search=yes
06/13/2022
🐊Reptile week wouldn't be complete without a day to appreciate alligators and crocodiles. In addition to a fun kids project, we are also celebrating with special gift shop items including real alligator teeth for sale! We have a limited supply so once they are gone, they are gone till next year! Program registration is available at the Willowhaven nature center or online at:
https://register1.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/ilbourbonnais.wsc/search.html?module=AR&primarycode=115955&search=yes
06/12/2022
🦎 Leaping Lizards! We have so many neat programs this week at the nature center about reptiles. Come share your love of lizards at this Thursdays' Lizard Appreciation day with a special lizard project just for kids! Walk-ins welcome as supplies last or register online at https://register1.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/ilbourbonnais.wsc/search.html?module=AR&primarycode=115954&search=yes
06/11/2022
🐢We love Turtles! And we are showing our appreciation with a special turtle appreciation day program at the Willowhaven Nature Center! This program may fill up fast so pre-register at https://register1.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/ilbourbonnais.wsc/search.html?module=AR&primarycode=115911&search=yes
06/10/2022
🦎We are kicking off our first ever Reptile Week with some brand new programs and projects all about reptiles! Join our interpretive staff for a different program each day of the week starting off Tuesday June 14. Walk-ins welcome as supplies last or register in advance to save your spot:
https://register1.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/ilbourbonnais.wsc/search.html?module=AR&primarycode=115953&search=yes
The Willowhaven Park Nature Center is a play centered discovery museum with displays from around North America. We encourage hands-on exploration and self-led discovery. We want children to ask questions and get excited about nature! We strive to provide a safe and inviting environment, which allows children to explore and develop a level of comfort with the great outdoors.