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Gospelfest | Sunday, July 29

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Interactive Trail Map

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Independence Grove Beach

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Golf Season is in Full Swing

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Preserve Highlights

We're Recruiting Docent Volunteers

Apply to be a docent and share your interest in history and social science with visitors through guided...
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Fort Sheridan Reopens with 70-Foot Overlook of Lake Michigan

We are announcing the reopening of Fort Sheridan in Lake Forest with new and improved features that provide...
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Check Status of Trails and Preserves

Before heading out, check the current status of trail underpasses. Also find construction alerts, preserve...

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Kids Nature Funfest

Enjoy an afternoon of outdoor nature activities. Engage in fort building, insect netting, creative nature art...

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Safety Alert: Theft Prevention Tips

Safeguard against auto burglary. When property is left unlocked or in plain view, it invites trouble.

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18-Month 2018-2019 Transitional...

In order to continue moving toward the 100-Year Vision and Strategic Plan to preserve and sustain Lake County’s...

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Most preserves are open 6:30 am—sunset, daily. Today’s sunset time is 7:50 PM

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EVENTS

Aug

Lunchtime Tours: People and Nature

August 17, 2018 (12:00 PM - 12:30 PM)
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Time:12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Location: Bess Bower Dunn Museum, Libertyville, IL -60048

Tour the exhibition galleries and discuss ways people have utilized the land in Lake County and been inspired by its natural beauty.

Aug

Forest Fitness: Millennium Trail

August 18, 2018 (08:00 AM - 09:00 AM)
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Time:08:00 AM - 09:00 AM

Group fitness walks feature a new preserve each week.

Aug

Restoration Workday: Grant Woods

August 18, 2018 (09:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
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Time:09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Grab some work gloves and join other volunteers to save some of Lake County's natural areas. Workdays are a great opportunity to spend time outdoors, make new friends who share a concern for the preserves and make a meaningful contribution.

Aug

Restoration Workday: Almond Marsh

August 18, 2018 (09:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
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Time:09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Grab some work gloves and join other volunteers to save some of Lake County's natural areas. Workdays are a great opportunity to spend time outdoors, make new friends who share a concern for the preserves and make a meaningful contribution.

Aug

Fred Fest: A fundraiser for the Forest Preserves

August 18, 2018 (12:00 PM - 06:00 PM)
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Time:12:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Check out this family-friendly event featuring a diverse line-up of live music and kids activities. All net proceeds benefit the Preservation Foundation.

Aug

Restoration Workday: McDonald Woods

August 19, 2018 (09:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
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Time:09:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Grab some work gloves and join other volunteers to save some of Lake County's natural areas. Workdays are a great opportunity to spend time outdoors, make new friends who share a concern for the preserves and make a meaningful contribution.

Aug

Kids Nature Funfest

August 19, 2018 (01:00 PM - 04:00 PM)
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Time:01:00 PM - 04:00 PM

Enjoy an afternoon of outdoor nature activities. Engage in fort building, insect netting, creative nature art, exploration, crafts and live animals. Fun for the whole family.

Aug

Guided Hike Lake County

August 19, 2018 (02:00 PM - 03:30 PM)
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Time:02:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Join us for a guided walk on this year’s Hike Lake County trails. Walk a new trail each session.

Aug

Restoration Workday: Native Seed Nursery

August 21, 2018 (12:00 PM - 03:00 PM)
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Time:12:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Grab some work gloves and join other volunteers to save some of Lake County's natural areas. Workdays are a great opportunity to spend time outdoors, make new friends who share a concern for the preserves and make a meaningful contribution.

Aug

Small Discoveries: Back to School

August 22, 2018 (10:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
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Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

It is time to start school! Come explore our one-room schoolhouse and look at objects, play games and make crafts.

Aug

Restoration Workday: Native Seed Nursery

August 22, 2018 (12:00 PM - 03:00 PM)
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Aug

Senior Series: Reptiles and Amphibians

August 22, 2018 (02:00 PM - 03:30 PM)
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Time:02:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Discover the diversity of reptiles and amphibians living in Lake County during this indoor presentation. You will also have the opportunity to meet some our live education animals!

Aug