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Rivershire Park and Nature Center

Address: 45 Londonderry Lane

This 15 acre natural area sits on the east bank of the Des Plaines River. In 1998 the Village, with School District 103, established a Nature Center in what was the "Old Police Station." The Nature Center and natural area now provide outdoor education opportunities to more than 1600 school children and many Village residents throughout all of the seasons of the year.

In 1997 the Village began extensive restoration of the floodplain forest, wet meadow and peninsula along Lincolnshire Creek. Much of the work was accomplished with volunteer labor. Bird feeders and houses have been placed throughout the site to encourage a broad diversity of birds and other wildlife. Following is a list of amenities at Rivershire Park and Nature Center.

• Small Picnic Area
• Butterfly Garden
• Demonstration Prairie
• Interpretive Signs
• Canoe Launch (canoe launch rack)
• Parking Lot
• Trail System
• Nature Center with Restrooms

Canoe Launch Rack

The launch provides easy access to the Des Plaines River. To facilitate the use of the river, the Village has a storage rack adjacent to the launch where interested individuals may store their canoe, kayak or other small paddle boats for easy access. Canoes may be stored at this location beginning May 1st and must be removed from the rack by October 31st each year. The fee for use of the rack is $50.00 per year. If you are interested in obtaining a permit for storage, please contact Kimberly at 847.913.2360.