Spring is right around the corner, and with that comes the start of an amazing transformation here at Gurnee Park District. From the vibrant colors that will soon take over the landscape to the welcome of longer, sun-filled days, springtime offers a beauty that does not compare – you just have to make time to see it!
With that said, we are excited to share some of the ways you can take in the excitement of the season!
BUNNY BASH – 3/23
Families are sure to have an egg-cellent time at this year’s Bunny Bash! The event includes an egg hunt (indoors or outdoors, weather dependent), craft, continental breakfast, and pictures with the Egg Hunt Bunny!
Parents and children must preregister for this event and an adult 18+ must attend with their child/ren. Parents and children 10 years & up attending the event MUST register for the *breakfast-only option (*Includes breakfast ONLY).
Register for your preferred session: 8:30 – 9:30am 9:15 – 10:15am 10:00-11:00am
Only a few more weeks left to SAVE! Make sure you and the family are ready for some fun in the sun – purchase your 2024 Hunt Club Park Aquatic Center season pass today!
Spring soccer leagues run from April – June and are available to those ages 4 years old – 5th grade. Soccer leagues include one weeknight practice (determined upon registration) and one game per week (played on Saturdays).
Join us for a personalized tour of Growing Tree Preschool!
Tours will provide parents the opportunity to learn about our program philosophy and curriculum, visit the classrooms, meet the teachers, and more! Parents can also enroll their children in the upcoming school year with a discounted registration fee.
Tours will take approximately 30 minutes and must be scheduled via our sign-up link.
As you drive down Almond Road in Gurnee, IL, you can catch a glimpse of Timberwoods Park. Timberwoods has been a part of the Gurnee Park District park system for several decades, and in the fall of 2021, received a few upgrades to its playground features.
Walking up to the playground, regardless of age, brings a feeling of wonder and excitement. Surrounding three blue slides are an array of intricately woven steps, climbing ropes, monkey bars, and ladders that guests of all ages could spend countless hours playing games like “Lava Tag” or “Woodchips” on. Sticking out tall and proud in the middle of it all is the main focal point of the park – a giant, twisty-turny tube slide. To get to the top of the slide, you have to climb a rope ladder that is encased in a giant, half-moon shaped apparatus. What kid, or even adult, wouldn’t want to try THAT out?!
In addition to a top-notch playground, Timberwoods Park also offers a basketball court as well as baseball/softball and soccer fields, perfect for any means of friendly competition!
Did you know? Timberwoods Park is often referred to as the “Blue Park” for its iconic blue playground features. When construction for playground equipment updates began in 2021, our Parks Team kept this sentiment in mind making sure all new equipment kept with the blue color scheme!
DEI CORNER – WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
The month of March celebrates Women’s History Month. We are honored to showcase some of the important female figures who have helped to make Gurnee Park District what it is today, as well as those who were an inspiration to the field of Parks and Recreation.
We will be open with limited hours on Easter Sunday, March 31. Please see below for our facility hours:
Hunt Club Park Community Center: CLOSED FitNation on Nations Drive: OPEN 7:00am – 12:00pm Viking Park Community Center: CLOSED
Have a “hoppy” day!
UPCOMING APRIL EVENTS:
FAMILY NERF WARS – 4/12
Gather your squad and get ready for an action-packed night of adrenaline-pumping Nerf battles and activities for the whole family to enjoy! Fuel up with a dinner of pizza, salad, and dessert before taking on the Nerf arena. All Nerf supplies, such as blasters, foam darts, and goggles will be provided (please leave your supplies at home).
Register for Family Nerf Wars beginning Tuesday, March 5 at 7:00am!
Looking for a FUN and REWARDING job? We’re hiring! Available positions include:
Aquatics (current and summer positions – PT) Customer Service Representatives (PT) Facility Maintenance I (FT, PT, & Seasonal) FitNation Childcare (PT) FitNation Member Services (PT) Fitness Attendant (PT) Fitness Group Exercise Instructor (PT) Grounds Maintenance I (Seasonal) Personal Trainer (PT) And MORE!
900 N Hunt Club Rd
