Now – Tues, Mar 18: The Heller Nature Center building is closed for lobby renovations. Trails remain open daily from 7:30am to dusk.

Park Avenue Sand Ramp & Winch Electric Line Replacement
Start Date
Late Winter 2025
End Date
Spring 2025
Location
Park Avenue Boating Facility (8 Park Avenue)

The Park District was awarded $60,000 through the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ Boat Access Area Development (BAAD) grant program to provide consistent access for boats utilizing the sand ramp. The project includes installation of a new “Yard Ramp,” to mitigate the sand ramp’s washout challenges, as well as the repair of the winch’s electric line.