Explore and discover the natural world at Nature’s Classroom! With free and low-cost programs, Nature’s Classroom offers in-person and virtual activities, workshops, and classes to learn about nature in fun ways! Nature’s Classroom is available for field trips for local schools and organizations by appointment. For more information, contact Jonathan Cochrane at jcochrane@waukeganparks.org or (847) 360-4708.
This summer, we have a special guest! Belynda Alberte, from the Lake County Forest Preserve, will be offering four programs going over the biodiversity around Waukegan and Nature’s Classroom. These programs listed below are free and open to all families. Stop by for fun and to learn something new to share with others! Registration is not required.
| Event | Date | Time | Location |
| Plant Detectives | Friday, June 13, 2025 | 2pm to 3pm | Nature's Classroom in Bevier Park |
| Shore Animals of Waukegan | Friday, June 27, 2025 | 2pm to 3pm | Nature's Classroom in Bevier Park |
| Biodiversity | Friday, July 11, 2025 | 2pm to 3pm | Nature's Classroom in Bevier Park |
| Wild Wetlands | Friday, July 25, 2025 | 2pm to 3pm | Nature's Classroom in Bevier Park |
| Free Facility Open Hours |
| Saturday, May 17, 2025 | 9am to 12pm |
| Starting June 3 to August 2, 2025* |
| Tuesday-Friday | 1pm to 4pm |
| Saturday | 9am to 1pm |
| *Closed |
| Saturday, June 7, 2025 | Fishing Derby |
| Thursday, June 19, 2025 | Holiday |
| Friday, July 4, 2025 | Holiday |
The outdoors is your classroom!
Explore and discover the natural world as we journey through the environment. Some programs have a small fee to cover program materials.