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Nature for All Ages

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. . . NATURE TRIPS . . .

Fitzgerald’s Genoa Junction and Visit to Chain O’Lakes State Park | 21 yrs and up

Lace up your hiking boots for an accessible scenic midwest autumn planned stroll through Chain O’Lakes State Park. Afterwards, we will trade forest for firelight with a classic door county fish boil featuring all you can eat skin and bone free cod. There will be award winning BBQ and coleslaw available. Transportation included, food is on your own. Pre-registration by 9/9 is required. Drop off/Pick up from Community Center.

Destination: 727 Main Street, Genoa City, WI

Code: Day: Date: Time: R/NR Fee:
2515 Fri 9/11 2:15-6:45 pm $40/$50

Grove Folk Fest | 7 yrs and up

This much-loved 46-year tradition celebrates our area’s history with live folk music, pioneer activities, hay rides and costumed interpreters. Transportation, ticket and hay ride are included in fee. Other activities are on your own. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration by 10/1 is required. Drop off/Pick up from Community Center.

Destination: 1421 Milwaukee Avenue, Glenview, IL

Code: Day: Date: Time: R/NR Fee:
3510 Sun 10/4 12:30-4:00 pm $37/$46

Lincoln Marsh | 11 yrs and up

Relax and stroll through an informative outdoor experience through one of the area’s premier natural marsh and wetland habitats. Perfect for nature enthusiasts of all experience levels. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration by 11/11 is required. Drop off/Pick up from Community Center.

Destination: Harrison Avenue & Pierce Avenue, Wheaton, IL

Code: Day: Date: Time: R/NR Fee:
3532 Sun 11/15 11:30 am-4:30 pm $12/$15

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Office Hours:
Monday-Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Closed Saturday and Sunday

600 N Main Street
Wauconda, IL 60084
Phone: 847-526-3610
Fax: 847-526-3791
Info Line: 847-526-4606
Bangs Lake Marina: 847-865-0210
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Phil’s Beach

2026 season EXTENDED!!
Open through August 16
7-days a week
11:00am-7:00pm
. . . . . .
Open Weekends Only
August 22-September 6
12:00-5:00pm
. . . . . .
(always weather dependent)

328 N. Main Street
Wauconda, IL 60084
Phone: 847-865-0220

Fitness First Hours:

Current Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 5:00am - 8:00pm
Friday: 5:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 7:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday: 7:00am - 12:00pm

Fitness First Phone: 847-526-4604

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