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ALERT: Referendum Information

On November 5, voters will decide on a $155 million Forest Preserves referendum.

 

Happening at Lake County Forest Preserves

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Volunteers at the Native Seed Nursery, Rollins Savanna.

Working With Us

As Lake County’s principal guardian of open space and natural areas since 1958, we set the standard in nature and historic preservation, and in outdoor recreation and education. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities, including career and temporary positions, and internships. Learn more »

Volunteering

Each year, hundreds of people volunteer thousands of hours in forest preserves throughout Lake County. Our volunteers play a key role in operations and public safety, habitat restoration, cultural preservation and environmental education. There are opportunities available for individuals and groups in a variety of settings and we encourage you to explore all the listed positions to find a job that fits best. Learn more »

Donate

The Preservation Foundation is the charitable partner of the Lake County Forest Preserves. Gifts of all sizes are meaningful and help support projects and initiate programs that may otherwise go unfunded or take many years to complete. Learn more »

UPCOMING EVENTS

3
Oct

Connecting Kids with Nature

October 03, 2024 (10:30 AM - 11:45 AM)
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3
Oct

Hike Through History

October 03, 2024 (5:00 PM - 6:30 PM)
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3
Oct

Animal Skulls

October 03, 2024 (6:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
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3
Oct

Beer Garden Live Music

October 03, 2024 (6:00 PM - 7:30 PM)
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5
Oct

Restoration Workday: Greenbelt

October 05, 2024 (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
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5
Oct

Restoration Workday: Grainger Woods

October 05, 2024 (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
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5
Oct

Restoration Workday: Middlefork

October 05, 2024 (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
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5
Oct

Caminata en Español

October 05, 2024 (9:30 AM - 10:45 AM)
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6
Oct

OAKtober Celebration:

October 06, 2024 (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
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6
Oct

Dunn Museum

October 06, 2024 (9:00 AM - 10:00 AM)
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6
Oct

Restoration Workday: Cuba Marsh

October 06, 2024 (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
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7
Oct

Restoration Workday: Heron Creek

October 07, 2024 (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
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8
Oct

Restoration Workday: Cuba Marsh

October 08, 2024 (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
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8
Oct

Art for Everyone: Bob Ross

October 08, 2024 (10:00 AM - 10:45 AM)
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9
Oct

Restoration Workday: Lyons Woods

October 09, 2024 (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM)
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9
Oct

Beer Garden Live Music

October 09, 2024 (6:00 PM - 7:30 PM)
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