Gages Lake Invasive Weed Treatment - April 30th, 2025 Gages Lake Conservation Committee

Click here for more information regarding planned invasive weed treatment on Gages Lake

Summer Program Guide Now Available!

The 2025 Summer Program Guide (digital and hard copy) are now available! Browse upcoming classes, programs, special events, and more. Resident registration begins Monday, April 14th at 9am, and registration for non-residents begins Monday, April 21st at 9am. Click here to download the guide. Click here for more information.

Adult Yoga Begins 5/3

Enjoy an eight-week restful, calming class designed to engage the mind and body through stretching and strengthening exercises. Improve flexibility, range of motion, balance, and posture during this hour-long program. This class will focus on relaxing your mind to improve your health. Please pre-register by the morning of 5/8.

CPR Basics Class on 5/16

Learn the basics of adult, child, and infant CPR. No previous medical training needed. This is a video-based course and includes hands-on practice led by an instructor who will guide you and provide feedback in order for you to feel prepared and confident to respond to emergencies. Student workbook will be provided. This class does not provide a certification card. If student is below the age of 18, a parent/guardian’s email is required. Please register by May 9th. Click here to learn more.

CPR & AED Training Class on 5/17

This 4-hour course follows the curriculum of the American Heart Association Heartsaver program and will train students in adult, child, and infant CPR and AED use. This course is available for anyone; no previous medical training needed! This is a video-based course and includes hands-on practice led by an instructor who will guide you and provide feedback in order for you to feel prepared and confident to respond to emergencies. This course will also provide a course completion card, valid for two years, to meet job or other requirements. Please pre-register by May 10th. Click here for more details.

Wildwood Park District Board Meeting on 5/19

Board meetings are generally held the third Monday of each month at 7:00pm. All meetings are held at the Rule House, 33325 N. Sears Boulevard Wildwood, IL 60030, and are open to the public. Click here for more info.

Child First Aid, CPR, & AED Training on 5/24

This 4-hour course follows the curriculum of the American Heart Association Heartsaver program and will train students in child and infant CPR and AED use along with first aid basics. This course is designed for anyone working in childcare. No previous medical training needed! This is a video-based course and includes hands-on practice led by an instructor who will guide you and provide feedback in order for you to feel prepared and confident to respond to emergencies. This course will also provide a course completion card for pediatric CPR that is valid for two years. Please pre-register by May 17th. Click here for more info.

CPR for Babysitters Class on 5/30

Learn the basics of CPR and feel prepared in case of an emergency. This class will provide hands on practice using training mannequins and will cover both child and infant CPR. A student workbook will be provided for each participant to take home. This class does not provide a certification card. If student is below the age of 18, a parent/guardian’s email is required. Please register by May 23rd. Click here for more info.

19th Annual Carp Fishing Derby on 5/31

Anglers of all ages are welcome at the free 19th Annual Carp Fishing Derby, sponsored by Gages Lake Conservation Committee and Gagewood Lions Club, in cooperation with Wildwood Park District. Prizes will be awarded for each age group. Basic fishing instructions are provided for beginners. Registration will take place on-site at the Willow Point Park Pavilion. Some fishing poles will be available for use or bring your own. An Illinois Fishing License is required (16+ years old). Children must be supervised by an adult. Pizzeria Deville food truck will be on-site serving wood-fired pizza by the slice, salads, and appetizers! Click here for more details.

Community Needs Assessment Report Now Available!

In the winter of 2023, the Wildwood Park District conducted a comprehensive Community Needs Assessment Survey to gain insight into the needs within our community, strengths and areas of improvement of the Park District, and otherwise gather ideas, interests, and opinions from our residents. Download the report here.

Summer 2025 Employment Opportunities

Available positions include Camp Counselors, Swim Instructors, Boat Ramp Monitors, and more!

Press Release: Boat Launch Key and Pavilion/Room Rental Changes Take Effect March 2025

Effective March 1st, 2025, the Wildwood Park District will be implementing board-approved changes regarding boat launch keys and pavilion and room rentals. Click here to learn more.

Special Events

Please click here to get more information about our special events!

Youth Programs

Learn more about Wildwood Park District’s youth programs!

Early Childhood & Tot Programs

Learn more about Wildwood Park District’s early childhood and tot programs!
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Adult / Senior Programs

Learn more about Wildwood Park District’s Adult programs!

Schoolhouse Adventures Community Preschool

For over 30 years, Schoolhouse Adventures Community Preschool has provided children with a developmentally appropriate, fun, and safe environment to learn and socialize. Click here to learn more about preschool.

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FY 2025-2026 Tentative Budget and Appropriation Ordinance Available for Public Review

Notice is hereby given by the Board of Commissioners of the Wildwood Park District that a tentative Budget and Appropriations Ordinance for the Wildwood Park District, Lake County, Illinois for […]

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Notice of Gages Lake Invasive Weed Treatment – April 30th, 2025

*Update 4/30: on April 30th, TIGRIS completed whole lake invasive weed treatment of Gages Lake to manage the increasing presence of both Curly Leaf Pondweed and Eurasian Watermilfoil. Treatment was […]

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A Word from the Executive Director, Summer Edition

Dear Wildwood Residents, As the weather warms and the days grow longer, Wildwood’s 11 beautiful parks spanning 27.22 acres come to life with summer fun. Playgrounds, beaches, walking paths, pavilions, […]

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Upcoming Events

May 13
3's Preschool Class 9:00am - 11:45am
May 14
4/5 PreK Class 9:00am - 12:00pm
May 15
3's Preschool Class 9:00am - 11:45am
May 15
Room Rental 1:00pm - 3:00pm
May 15
Yoga - Session 1 6:30pm - 7:30pm
May 16
4/5 PreK Class 9:00am - 12:00pm
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Current Park & Beach Conditions

All parks are open. Beaches will open Memorial Day Weekend.