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Time:02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Beautiful oak woodlands define the unique natural landscape of Lake County. Join us to learn the important role oaks play in healthy woodlands and how we are working to ensure their long-term survival.

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Time:07:00 PM - 08:00 PM

This biweekly Q&A series features a panel of educators and guest panelists excited to share their expertise about Lake County nature and history. Join us live via Zoom or Facebook every other Wednesday for a new topic about the amazing history, creatures and places that make our county special.

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Time:07:00 AM

You may be walking the trails anyway so why not learn a little bit while you're there? Perhaps this will be a new trail for you. Signs with trivia questions ranging from history, natural history and site-specific information will be placed along a designated trail for the entire month.
The final sign will provide information on where to find the answers.

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Time:05:30 PM - 06:30 PM

Prepare to be amazed! Many animals have unique adaptations, including warning colors, that help them survive. Join us for a virtual program where the focus is on Lake County animals but also will include others from across the globe.

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Time:10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Spend an hour engaging with a museum educator learning about dinosaur characteristics, dinosaurs that lived in Lake County and creating your own dinosaur.

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Time:11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Learn about the job of a Paleontologist and what makes an animal a dinosaur in this "Council's Own" Try-It badge, designed by the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana council, with other scouts!

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Time:02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Learn the history and unique stories of Fort Sheridan in this presentation that draws from the Dunn Museum’s archives. Topics include the founding of Fort Sheridan, its distinctive architecture, notable residents, and ways visitors can interact with the Fort today as one of Lake County’s many Forest Preserves.

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Time:09:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Fall is the perfect time to plant native trees and shrubs. Preorder from over 24 different species.