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WPAC Fundraising

Prescribed Burn Updates

Free Yoga In The Park

The council is currently in the midst of our fundraising efforts for our upcoming Third Annual Winnemac Fourth For All (WFFA) on Saturday, July 4, 2026. While the WPAC is always seeking generous donations, right now is a crucial period to ensure our event can continue to increase its offerings and capabilities in our event's third year. L

The council is currently in the midst of our fundraising efforts for our upcoming Third Annual Winnemac Fourth For All (WFFA) on Saturday, July 4, 2026. While the WPAC is always seeking generous donations, right now is a crucial period to ensure our event can continue to increase its offerings and capabilities in our event's third year. Learn more about how you can become a sponsor, where you can make a direct impact in the community while contributing to lasting memories!


EXPLORE OUR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Free Yoga In The Park

Prescribed Burn Updates

Free Yoga In The Park

Get ready to hit your best tree pose in the park this summer, as Samantha from Bloom Yoga returns for free adult classes on the following Saturday mornings. Classes will be held between the stadium and central prairie.


10:00 - 11:00 AM


APRIL 11

MAY 9

JUNE 13

JULY 4

AUGUST 8

SEPTEMBER 12

OCTOBER 10

NOVEMBER 14


Bloom Yoga

Prescribed Burn Updates

Prescribed Burn Updates

Prescribed Burn Updates

Two of our nine prairies received a burn on March 2, 2026. We anticipate additional prairies to receive a prescribed burn anytime before April 30th. This method is dependent upon the weather and will be determined on a day-by-day basis. This page includes a document that highlights the recent activity and covers a few curiosities.


For info

Two of our nine prairies received a burn on March 2, 2026. We anticipate additional prairies to receive a prescribed burn anytime before April 30th. This method is dependent upon the weather and will be determined on a day-by-day basis. This page includes a document that highlights the recent activity and covers a few curiosities.


For information, please visit:

https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/prescribed-burns


If you would like to be notified the day of the burn, you may contact 

(312)-742-4072 or reach out to nature@chicagoparkdistrict.com



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    Winnemac Park Advisory Council

    Our Story

    Established as a 501(c)(3) and operating for public benefit, improved conditions, and promotion of nature spaces and recreational activities, the Winnemac Park Advisory Council was reactivated in the spring of 2023. A new board has been elected, and by-laws have been established. 


    During Q1 of 2025 board elections have occurred and a new leadership team has formed.

    Our Mission

     We are volunteers dedicated to building community and making Winnemac Park a wonderful place to be.


    WPAC has identified the following priorities


    • The pressing need for easily-accessible bathroom facilities for all park patrons in order to maintain adequate levels of sanitation throughout the park


    • A desire to maintain and protect the park

     We are volunteers dedicated to building community and making Winnemac Park a wonderful place to be.


    WPAC has identified the following priorities


    • The pressing need for easily-accessible bathroom facilities for all park patrons in order to maintain adequate levels of sanitation throughout the park


    • A desire to maintain and protect the park‘s unique natural areas and trees by means of awareness and volunteer days.


    • The importance of support from the CPD and the alderman’s office to ensure the continued safety of all visitors

    Our Board of Directors

    Our Board of Directors

    President

    Jacob Schuster 


    Vice President

    Deb Miretzky


    Treasurer

    Claire Howard


    Secretaries

    Tessa Groll

    Sarah Harpring



    WINNEMAC PARK • where Nature, community, and recreation come together.

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    Visit Winnemac Park:

    PARK HOURS

    6am - 11pm daily


    AMENITIES

    Baseball Fields

    Tennis / Pickleball Courts

    Nature Areas: Prairie Preserves & Green Spaces

    Youth & Community Garden

    Children's Playground

    Running Track


    PLEASE NOTE


    Bathrooms: portable bathrooms are present May-November.


    Dogs must be leashed to ensure the safety of our patrons.


    🚫 NO FIREWORKS ALLOWED.


    For reservations, permits, service requests, please contact our Park Supervisor.


    Park Supervisor: Lisa Ragucci

    Phone Number: (312)-742-5101

    Email: Lisa.ragucci@chicagoparkdistr

    Winnemac Park is located at

    Winnemac Park 5100 N. Leavitt St. Chicago, Illinois 60625

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