Willowhaven
Nature
Center

Group Information
If you have a group of 10 or more looking to visit the nature center, please schedule a visit with our group coordinator to insure you get the most out of your visit.

Admission
Group admission to the facility varies from $1-$4 per student depending on the type of programs booked and groups can be scheduled year-round. Groups may schedule a visit Monday - Friday from 9:00 am-4:00 pm. The facility can accommodate up to 75 visitors at one time. It is recommended that large groups split up their time in the interpretive center so the students get the most out of their visit.The Nature Center requires a 1:6 adult to child ratio.

While You're Here
Don't forget to check out the native flower gardens outside the nature center that have plants that attract butterflies and hummingbirds! Starting in late spring, the gardens will bloom all summer long!
The Whispering Willows Park has a mile of winding trails to be explored. The park features ponds, wetland and prairie habitats for a wide variety of animals. Along the trails there are three scenic overlooks at our ponds for more opportunities to see frogs, fish and turtles!

Lunch/Snack Time
Willowhaven Nature Center does not have outdoor picnic tables for a large group, however, students may use our multipurpose room for lunches. The multipurpose room can accommodate up to 20 people at a time so larger groups must split up lunch/snack times. Please check for Multipurpose room availability when reserving your group. Lunch room is included admission fees.

Programs-
Nature Center Visit with Animal Presentation
Fee: $1.00 per student
Lenght: 15 minute animal presentation

Nature Center Visit with Nature Program
Standard Program Fee: $2.00 per student
Program: Nature Hike, Insect & Spider, Metamorphosis, or Tree & Leaf workshop
Length: 30-90 minutes (program length varies with group size and can be tailored to group needs)

Nature Center Visit with Premium Nature Program
Premium Program Fee: $4.00 per student
Program: Owl Puke, Watershed Workshop, Scout or Custom Programs.
Length: 30-90 minutes (program length varies with group size and can be tailored to group needs)
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Groups can book multiple programs to make a half or full day experience. For complete program descriptions and Illinois Learning standards please click here.

Book your Visit
Office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Group reservations can be made over the phone at (815) 933-9905 extension 472 or by email.   

Teacher Tips:
When you are ready to book your field trip please have the following information ready:

• Group Name
• Phone Number
• Date of visit
• Arrival and departure times
• Lunch plans and times (20 max capacity in lunch room at one time)
• Name of program
• Number of children
• Number of special needs children
• Number of adults (we require 1:6 ratio)
• Age and grade level of children