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Wildlife Prairie Park prepares for Wild Nights events series
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — With kids out of school and warmer weather on its way, Wildlife Prairie Park in Hanna City is preparing a number of events for people of all ages to have fun while experiencing nature.
Winter Katterhenry, the park's education lead and animal keeper, stopped by WMBD This Morning to tell our Shabnam Danesh about everything the park has in store for the month of June.
The biggest event the park is putting on is actually a weekly series called Wild Nights. Every Friday between now and September, the park will stay open late, with special events aimed at a variety of age groups.
For kids aged 7 to 12, there are the JR Naturist classes. These will cover a number of topics like bird watching, identifying different types of trees, and learning about invasive species.
Starting at 9 p.m., the park will offer Night Hikes, which offer a new look at familiar trails and habitats. Some hikes also have unique themes, like guided meditations and a 'haunted' hike in September ahead of Halloween.
And for adults, the park will hold 'Critters and Cocktails' events starting on June 20. Guests will be able to mix drinks based on animals at the park, and will receive Wildlife Prairie Park branded shot glasses as a souvenir.
Starting on June 13, the park is inviting area bands to play music as part of their Wildfire Concerts series. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and enjoy bands like Semi-Sweet and Kasino.
Wild Nights kicks off on Friday, June 6. Registration for the different events can be found at
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