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Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook)
Hidden Oaks Nature Center Features
- Award-winning, environmentally friendly building
- Interactive nature displays, including a "match-the-smell" game that shoots out different scents at the push of a button and a giant tree showcasing animal habitats
- Honey for sale, from their own beehives (seasonal)
- Animals, including snakes, frogs, and tortoises
- Discovery Room with more animal tanks, hands-on activities, and a few toys and games
- Rooftop picnic area with live plants on the deck and a gorgeous view of the entire Hidden Oaks Conservation Area
- Beautifully landscaped grounds with bird feeders, trails, sculptures, nature-inspired playground, and trout pond
Tips when visiting Hidden Oaks Nature Center, Bolingbrook
- Pack a lunch to eat on the rooftop (food is not available for purchase)
- Bring bug spray if you plan on playing in the outdoor area during the summer
- Obtain a fishing permit and bring fishing poles and bait to catch trout in the pond
- Stop by the nearby Portillo's for a snack and/or chocolate cake shakes
Wild Child on the Road
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesWe are taking Wild Child on the road this season, visiting different preserves around Will County. Answer the call of your wild child by getting your toddler outside with this monthly nature-themed program. Join a naturalist for hands-on activities such as games, stories, crafts, hikes and more! The last Friday of each month we will...
First Time Fishing
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesGet a head start on your summer fishing adventures! Learn rod-and-reel fishing basics in this two-hour workshop covering fundamental fishing skills, including how to put together a pole, knot tying, casting and securing hooks. Safety and ethics will also be covered. In the second hour, program participants will gain hands-on experience while fishing along the...
Animal Olympics
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesHave you ever watched wildlife and been amazed at their adaptations? Join a naturalist and test your abilities against a variety of animal adaptations as we compete in our Animal Olympics. Can you run as fast as a coyote or hold your breath as long as a snapping turtle?
Feeding Time at Hidden Oaks
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesREGISTER BY THE THURSDAY BEFORE. Does a box turtle eat the same thing as a snapping turtle? Is there really a salamander in there? Is the snake slimy? Let’s find out! This program is limited and is your chance to see up close as a naturalist feeds all the nature center’s animals. Ask questions and...
Feeding Time at Hidden Oaks
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesREGISTER BY THE THURSDAY BEFORE. Does a box turtle eat the same thing as a snapping turtle? Is there really a salamander in there? Is the snake slimy? Let’s find out! This program is limited and is your chance to see up close as a naturalist feeds all the nature center’s animals. Ask questions and...
Caroling Campfire
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesREGISTER BY THE FRIDAY BEFORE. Do you hear those bells jingling and ring ting tingling too? Come on, it's lovely weather for a cozy campfire with you! Bring the family for a night of spreading cheer by singing loudly for all to hear around this winter campfire. We will sing holiday songs, tell stories and...
Holiday Nature Crafts
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesDeck the halls with nature-inspired trim. For one day only, our craft room will be transformed into a holiday workshop. Drop in any time during business hours to enjoy holiday tunes and quality family time while creating personalized woodland decorations. This is a self-guided crafting session. Example crafts will be provided for inspiration, or you...
Owl Prowl for Families
Hidden Oaks Nature Center (Bolingbrook) 419 Trout Farm Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United StatesREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED BY Thursday, November 16. Celebrate National Hiking Day by bringing the family for a hike as evening turns into night in the forest. Bundle up and strap on your favorite hiking boots as we set out in search of our elusive owl friends. Discover just how many species reside in Will County...
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