Nurture your natural wonder at Hawthorne Hill Nature Center. We have educational opportunities designed to enrich the whole family with a wheelchair/stroller accessible trail, family-friendly hiking trails, fishing, hands-on exhibits and more. Join us for our Annual Garlic Mustard Festival in April, Buckthorn Blowout in October, artful Fridays, and more. Roam our 67 acres with a friend 365 days/year, or join us for a program. Borrow a free IDNR education trunk for your school and plan a field trip. Complete your Eagle Scout project, come out for nature day camp, or volunteer to restore native habitat. Rain or shine, we look forward to your visit!