Outdoor Fun Extravaganza
Explore the Outdoors at Wildlife Prairie Park
Do you enjoy outdoor activities? Recreational Sport? Have you ever wanted to try something new, but had no idea where to start? Join us for the Outdoor Fun Extravaganza! Wildlife Prairie Park is teaming up with community experts and enthusiasts to put together an opportunity for ALL to participate in the activities our park has to offer.
WEST SIDE Weekend
June 8-9, 2024 | 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Wildlife Prairie Park’s West Side boasts 14 miles of scenic trails, a world class disc golf course, and the Park’s largest lake, Taylor Lake. OFE West Side Weekend will showcase mountain biking, disc golf, hiking, paddle sports, fishing, and more. Participants will have the opportunity to camp under the stars and watch JAWS from their kayak or the lakeside.
West side Weekend Ticket Prices
TICKETS | PRICING |
|---|---|
Members Group Site Camping Included | $5 per Guest per Day |
Non-Members Two-day admission includes camping overnight at Group Site | $10 per Guest per Day |
West Side Weekend Schedule
*schedule subject to change
EAST SIDE Weekend
June 29-30, 2024 | 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Wildlife Prairie Park’s East Side contains 5 lakes, a zoological park with over 60 different species, and 10 miles of trails open for access year-round. OFE East Side Weekend will showcase hiking, paddle sports, fishing, geocaching, cycling, laser tag, and Dutch oven cooking. Participants will have the opportunity to camp under the stars and practice building bonfires.
June 29 Tickets June 30 Tickets
Fly Fishing Flyer
East Side Weekend Ticket Prices
TICKETS | PRICING |
|---|---|
Members Group Site Camping Included | $5 per Guest per Day |
Non-Members Two-day admission includes camping overnight at Group Site and access to the main park including the animal trails. | $14 per Guest per Day |
West Side Weekend Schedule*
Saturday, June 29
9 a.m. | Check in |
9 to 10 a.m. | Yoga at Rec Center Led by Landmark Health & Fitness. Limited supply of mats available / BYOM |
10 to 11 a.m. | Circl Mobility at Rec Center Led by Landmark Health & Fitness. Limited supply of mats available / BYOM |
10 to 11 a.m. | Fly Fishing Clinic at East Horseshoe Lake Equipment set-up provided by the Sierra Club: Illinois Chapter & Trout Unlimited |
10 to 11:30 a.m. | Orienteering Clinic Led by Illinois River Valley Orienteering Club |
11 a.m. | Geocaching Led by Wildlife Prairie Park volunteer Erik Varness |
11 a.m. to noon | Fly Fishing Clinic at East Horseshoe Lake Equipment set-up provided by the Sierra Club: Illinois Chapter & Trout Unlimited |
11 a.m. to noon | OBOZ Shoe Demo Led by OBOZ and hike led by RC Outfitters |
Noon | Lunch Time / Club & Tent Expo Food available for purchase from Wildside Grill or BYO |
Noon to 1 p.m. | Fly Fishing Clinic at East Horseshoe Lake Equipment set-up provided by the Sierra Club: Illinois Chapter & Trout Unlimited |
1 p.m. | Canoe Paddle Clinic Led by Friends of Kickapoo Creek |
1:30 to 3:30 p.m. | Guided Hike with a Naturalist Led by Wildlife Prairie Park Lead Naturalist Bryant Brumbill |
4 to 5 p.m. | Geocaching Led by Wildlife Prairie Park volunteer Erik Varness |
4 to 5 p.m. | Beginner Mountain Bike Ride Led by PAMBA |
5 to 5:45 p.m. | Tree Meditation Led by Sunny Moon Rising |
5 to 8 p.m. | Dutch Oven Cooking Led by Wildlife Prairie Park Recreation Director Betsy Silzer |
6 p.m. | Dinner BYO or eat out |
Drop-In Hours
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Open Fishing at Deep Lake Equipment / set-up provided by Hooked on Fishing Park |
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Kayaking, Canoeing & Stand-Up Paddleboarding Volunteer available for assistance |
9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. | Visit Forest Hall & Reptile Exhibit |
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Walk the Animal Trails |
Noon to 2 p.m. | Sun Viewing With Peoria Astronomical Society's Eric Clifton |
7 to 9 p.m. | Glow Laser Tag Led by recreation staff. Glow accessories welcome. |
*schedule subject to change
Sunday, June 30
8 to 9 a.m. | Breakfast Coffee available from The Best Brew Espresso & Coffee Truck |
9 a.m. | Circl Mobility at Rec Center Led by Landmark Health & Fitness. Limited supply of mats available / BYOM |
10 to 11 a.m. | Fly Fishing Clinic at East Horseshoe Lake Equipment set-up provided by the Sierra Club: Illinois Chapter & Trout Unlimited |
10 to 11 a.m. | Geocaching Led by Wildlife Prairie Park volunteer Erik Varness |
10 to 11:30 a.m. | Orienteering Clinic Led by Laura Bertsch of the Illinois River Valley Orienteering Club |
11 a.m. to noon | Fly Fishing Clinic at East Horseshoe Lake Equipment set-up provided by the Sierra Club: Illinois Chapter & Trout Unlimited |
Noon | Lunch Time / Club & Tent Expo Food available for purchase from Wildside Grill or BYO |
Noon to 1 p.m. | Fly Fishing Clinic at East Horseshoe Lake Equipment set-up provided by the Sierra Club: Illinois Chapter & Trout Unlimited |
12:30 to 1:15 p.m. | Guided Hike Led by Wildlife Prairie Park volunteer or recreation staff |
12:30 to 1:15 p.m. | Side x Side Tour - East Side Led by recreation staff (only 4 spaces available every 15 minutes) |
1:15 to 2 p.m. | Side x Side Tour - West Side Led by recreation staff (only 4 spaces available every 15 minutes) |
Drop-In Hours
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Open Fishing at Deep Lake Equipment / set-up provided by Hooked on Fishing Park |
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Kayaking, Canoeing & Stand-Up Paddleboarding Volunteer available for assistance |
9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. | Visit Forest Hall & Reptile Exhibit |
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Walk the Animal Trails |
10 a.m. to noon | Laser Tag Led by recreation staff |
*schedule subject to change
Thank You to Our Event Partners
You can do that at Wildlife Prairie Park?
Geocaching
Meditation
Birdwatching
Orienteering
Yoga
Stargazing
Recreational Clubs & Organizations
Would your club or organization like to participate in the Outdoor Fun Extravaganza by teaching a class or have a representative present? Please fill out the Club/Representative Form below.