OPEN TODAY: 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

JR Naturalist

Introduction to Birdwatching 

JR Naturalist Program at Wild Nights are presented by Porter Electric Solar Division

Join us for a nature themed educational program for children ages 7 to 12 years old to experience and appreciate wildlife.

In Introduction to Birdwatching, learn the key characteristics needed to identify local birds found within Wildlife Prairie Park, how to document your findings through eBird, and receive a bird observation guide to identify birds on your own. 

  • Meeting Location: Forest Hall
  • FREE for Member Child; $5 for Non-Member Child
  • Adult Chaperone required & FREE for the class
  • WPP Members receive FREE park admission. Regular park admission fee still applies for Non-Members. During Wild Nights, park admission is $7/person.
  • Reservations Required. Purchase Tickets Online
  • Located in Forest Hall Education Center Basement Classroom

2025 JR Naturalist Schedule

  • June 6 | Introduction to Birdwatching 
  • June 20 | Bison as a keystone species 
  • July 18 | Insect Bingo
  • August 1 | Name that Tree
  • August 15 | Mammal Tracking 
  • September 5 | Herpetology
  • September 19 | Invasive Species Spotlight 
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Wildlife Prairie Park - 3826 N. Taylor Road, Hanna City, IL 61536
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