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Nature Classes & Programs
Prairie Grass Nature Museum
The Prairie Grass Nature Museum and Interpretive Nature Trail lets everyone explore and discover in a hands-on, interactive atmosphere. If you have questions, our qualified museum staff can tell you all about our exhibits and animals in a way that will make our museum one of your favorite places to spend time. There's a lot to see and experience, we encourage you to visit as often as you like. This FREE museum is located in the Aquatics Center & Nature Museum Building.
Hours of Operation
| Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday | 9:30 am - 5 pm |
| Saturday and Sunday | 11 am - 5 pm |
| Monday and Friday | Closed |
Note: Due to programming, open hours are subject to change. Check us out on Facebook for the latest updates at Facebook.com/PrairieGrassNM
Nature Discovery Packs
Discovery Packs are available to borrow during open museum hours. Visit the Nature Museum and we'll loan out a Nature Discovery Pack for your next nature walk - free of charge. It includes: magnifying glass, compass, binoculars, ruler, IL plant ID guide, IL wildlife ID guide, laminated activity sheets, and markers. It's the perfect companion to have out in the woods! If the museum is not open, contact Kathy Paczynski, Recreation Supervisor, at (847) 740-9823 to arrange to borrow a Nature Discovery Pack by picking it up at the Robert W. Rolek Community Center, 814 Hart Road, Round Lake, during registration hours.
Huebner Fishery Management Foundation
Through the assistance of the Huebner Fishery Management Foundation, the Round Lake Area Park District is working to promote good fishing for all age and skill levels, the achievement of a reasonable diverse fish population, and the safe enjoyment of all water recreation activities through public opportunities and education. For more information about the Huebner Fishery Management Foundation and its program , see HERE
Birthday Parties
Enjoy the great outdoors and interact up close with nature! All birthday parties include 60 minutes of naturalist-led activities, indoor or outdoor, and 30 minutes inside for gifts and food. Birthday child can choose to take a photo with one of our live animals.
Educational Programs
Teachers, Educators & Scout Leaders check out the educational programs we offer:
If you would like more information regarding availability, contact Kathy Paczynski at 847-886-5096 or complete the appropriate fillable agreement form and email it to kathy_paczynski@rlapd.org.
Scouts Field Trip Form Schools Field Trip Form
