Named One of the Best Midwest State Parks by Midwest Living
 

May 25-May 25
JUNIOR EXPLORERS-May the Flowers be with You
Junior Explorers combines nature, learning, friends, and fun into a monthly class hosted by a park N...More >

May 28-May 29
Knee High Naturalists - Working on the Railroad
Gather up the 2 - 4 year old in your life and bring them to the Park for a curriculum designed espec...More >

Jun 8-Jun 8
Boy Scout Merit Badge Day- Fishing
This class runs 7am-1pm to take advantage of prime fishing time and is conducted at the lake on the ...More >

Jun 15-Jun 15
Jr. Girl Scout Badge Day - Geocacher Skill Building Badge
A fun and exciting way for Junior level Girl Scouts to complete their badge work.

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Jun 29-Jun 29
JUNIOR EXPLORERS-Let's Go Underground
Junior Explorers combines nature, learning, friends, and fun into a monthly class hosted by a park N...More >

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Welcome to
Wildlife Prairie Park


Wildlife Prairie Park has often been referred to as a jewel in the Midwest. Located just outside of Peoria, IL, this 2,000-acre zoological park is home to over 150 animals; that's 50 different species that are native to Illinois. Our guests come to learn about wolves, bison, waterfowl, black bears, elk, cougar, otter and much more. You will enjoy the Park's spectacular natural landscape, our many avenues of recreation: hiking, biking, fishing, and lodging, and a train ride, too! Plan your visit today...an adventure awaits!

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"Named as TOP 10 things for families to do in Illinois"
by Trekaroo- Spring 2013




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June 21 - Day of Enlightenment - Olde English Faire
A special day to enlighten children about the Renaissance
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
$5.00 for adults and children, free for children 2 & under
No special offers or discounts may be applied on this day
Education Presentations for Children including Falconry, Armour and Weaponry, Virtues of Knights, Jousting through the Ages

June 22 & 23 - Olde English Faire
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Adults (Ages 13 & up) $10.00; Children (3 - 12 years) $6.00; Children 2 & under: FREE
$1 discount for dressing in full garb on June 22 & 23, no other offers or discounts apply on these days

June 22 - Wilde at Heart on the Prairie Gala and Fundraiser
Be a participant in a private event with kings, queens, knights...comedy and chaos abound
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
$150 per person (a portion of this fee is tax deductible)

Contacts: Phone 309-495-6706 emailevents@wildlifeprairiestatepark.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/OEFATWPSP

 
Faire Dates June 21, 22, and 23

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