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All facilities, restrooms, playgrounds and dog exercise areas are closed until further notice.

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Preserve Highlights

Walk or Ride Single File to Maintain 6 Feet of Separation When Approaching on Trails

We are urging people to follow social distancing rules when approaching others on trails from behind...
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Current Closures and Cancellations

In an effort to align with Centers for Disease Control guidelines regarding the spread of COVID-19 virus,...
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Committee Meetings Held Remotely

As we continue to follow social distancing requirements and Governor Pritzker's Stay-At-Home executive order, committee

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We’re Ramping Up Trail and...

With the weather predicted to improve this weekend and in weeks ahead, Forest Preserve staff will be even more closely m

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Check Status of Trails and Preserves

Before heading out, check our map for flooded trails and underpasses, preserve closures and construction alerts.

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Spring Horizons Magazine

Check out our newest issue of Horizons, with a special illustrated feature on river otters.

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Most preserves are open 6:30 am—sunset, daily. Today’s sunset time is 7:25 PM

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EVENTS

Apr

Restoration Workday: Ela Prairie (Cuba Marsh)

April 07, 2020 (09:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
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Time:09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves!

Apr

Small Discoveries - Hop into Spring

April 08, 2020 (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
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Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Celebrate the arrival of spring with craft, stories, and learning about historic spring activities.

Apr

Connecting Kids with Nature

April 09, 2020 (10:30 AM - 11:45 AM)
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Time:10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Unite kids with nature through outdoor exploration. Along the way, learn the benefits of nature play.

Apr

Object Talks - Reima Ratti Painting

April 09, 2020 (02:00 PM - 02:30 PM)
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Time:02:00 PM - 02:30 PM

Take a closer look at a painting by Waukegan artist, Reima Ratti. Hear about the artist's involvement in the Civilian Conservation Corps and how he documented the world around him.

Apr

Restoration Workday: Grassy Lake

April 10, 2020 (09:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
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Time:09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Grab some work gloves, help restore the environment, and get a behind-the-scenes look at your preserves!

Apr

Lunchtime Tours - Reima Ratti

April 10, 2020 (12:00 PM - 12:30 PM)
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CANCELED

Time:12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Location: Bess Bower Dunn Museum, Libertyville, IL -60048

Join us for your last opportunity to tour the exhibit, Reima V. Ratti: Life and Art in the Great Depression. Learn more about the artist, his work and his roots in Lake County.

Apr

Astronomy Program

April 10, 2020 (08:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
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Time:08:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Learn about outer space, the sky and the universe. Stargazing after the meeting, weather permitting. In partnership with Skokie Valley Astronomers.