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© Steven Diver
Jun 11, 2025 10:45 AM
The Forest Preserves Board approved buying 48 acres to expand Ray Lake and Half Day forest preserves, protecting wetlands, woodlands and trails. Funded by a 2024 bond, the move supports habitat, water quality, and public access goals.
May 27, 2025 09:51 AM
The team behind last summer’s buzz-worthy cicada-inspired brew is back—this time with a comic book twist. The Lake County Forest Preserves and Harbor Brewing Company have worked together again to launch two limited-edition beers.
© Dahai Zang
May 23, 2025 12:30 PM
Check out our newest issue of Horizons, with news, education programs, events and more.
May 22, 2025 02:35 PM
The Lake County Forest Preserves earned a top international award for its “Celebrating Cicadas” communications campaign.
© R. Scott McNeill
Apr 28, 2025 12:10 PM
As warm weather draws more visitors outdoors, the Lake County Forest Preserves is reminding the public to prioritize safety while enjoying the trails.
Jessica Vealitzek
Apr 24, 2025 10:26 AM
The Lake County Forest Preserves has initiated talks with the State of Illinois to transfer 1,005 acres of land tied to the former Route 53 Corridor into its care, Board President Jessica Vealitzek announced Thursday, April 24.
Apr 07, 2025 08:49 AM
A $1.02 million gift from Paula Lillard honors a lifelong love of nature and creates an endowment supporting long-term land restoration across 1,086 acres in Lake County.
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