The anticipated emergence of periodical cicadas will be here soon. Brood XIII, also known as the Northern Illinois Brood, will surface after 17 years, last seen in 2007, captivating us with one of the largest cicada emergences worldwide. Cicadas emerge annually in various parts...

Our parks staff will begin herbicide spraying in late May and continue until late fall. The applications will focus on District parks and right-of-way areas. Herbicide spraying will not be applied on the play/recreation areas within the parks. Parks staff are fully licensed and...

The Vernon Hills Park District is seeking proposals from qualified financial institutions to provide comprehensive banking services to support our operations. Please find our inclusive banking request for proposal attached and submit completed proposal to Jessica Mitchell,...

Playgrounds located at Hartmann Park and Hawthorn Mellody Park are being disassembled by the organization, Kids Around the World. The Park District is replacing the current playgrounds with new play structures this spring. The older playgrounds are being put to good use in other...

From April 4-26, weather permitting, there will be prescribed burning being performed in the parks. This is a supervised burn and will take place from 9am – 3pm. Proper permits and coordination with the local Fire Department and Village have been arranged. There may be periods...

All of the Egg Hunt Events scheduled for today and Saturday are still going on despite the snow. Bundle up, put your boots on, and have fun searching for eggs!

Please don't feed water fowl and other birds within Park District properties. We understand that patrons' intentions are meant to be helpful and not to harm the birds, but feeding them can be dangerous to their health and well being. By leaving feed/food out for the birds, they...

The Vernon Hills Park District has been recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency by the Illinois Association of Park Districts (IAPD) and the Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IPRA). The two statewide associations administer the Illinois Distinguished...

Tryouts for the Turtles Swim Team will be held on March 13 and March 18 from 6:00-7:45 pm at Vernon Hills High School, 145 Lakeview Parkway, Vernon Hills. Participants must register for a Tryout Time Slot by clicking here. Tryouts are approximately 20 minutes...