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Wildlife Discovery Center

The Wildlife Discovery Center is a living museum and biological station at historic Elawa Farm , situated alongside the Middlefork Savanna , a 670-acre wildlife habitat in Lake Forest .
WE ARE ...
... inspiring a new generation of guardians and defenders of our challenged and endangered ecosystems .
YOU WILL BE CAPTIVATED ...
... as you experience a close-up encounter with our crocodilians and other reptiles ... visit our raptors in their outdoor enclosures or in a flight session ... or even watch our bobcat , Boris , as he explores his " natural " eco-habitat .
SPONSOR AN ANIMAL !
Please consider an annual gift to help us care for our animals . For a minimum contribution of $ 100 , your name will be added to our donor / adopter poster at the WDC . Adoption opportunities are available for contributions of $ 500 or more .
WE ’ VE GOT SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE :
Our exhibits and programs provide an experience that will kindle a lifetime bond with nature .
• Indoor and outdoor exhibits and an outdoor interpretive trail
• Opportunities for supervised interaction with select animals
• Adult programs
• College student internships
• Graduate-level research opportunities
• Classes for preschoolers
• After-school programs and tours for organized groups
• School field trips
• Summer camp sessions
• Caretaker talks and feeding demonstrations
• Off-site talks and exhibits
• Nature-themed birthday parties
www . wildlifediscoverycenter . org
LOCATION 1401 MIDDLEFORK DR LAKE FOREST , IL 60045
EXHIBIT HOURS INDOORS & OUTDOORS
Tu , Fr , Sa , Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
NOTE : Due to COVID , the WDC may be closed periodically depending on current trends in Lake County . Please go to the WDC website or Facebook page for updated information ( www . wildlifediscoverycenter . org ).
Closed to the general public on major holidays and during organized tours . For updated information , call 847.810.3663 or the Info Line at 847.234.6702 .
ADMISSION
While there is no charge for individuals or groups of eight or fewer , donations are very much appreciated . We rely on the help of our visitors and supporters to maintain the high quality care we provide for our animals .
We welcome groups of more than eight but request prior arrangements be made with the curator . Please contact Rob Carmichael for scheduling and fee information at 847.810.3663 .
All proceeds help provide for the care and feeding of our special animals .
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