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Grant Woods Expansion Moves Forward with Board Approval

Lake County Forest Preserves commissioners approved buying about 0.82 acres to expand Grant Woods Forest Preserve in Ingleside. The $37,000 Woodville property along Route 59 supports long-term conservation and improves preserve continuity.

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Dec 02, 2025 01:40 PM

Read Winter Horizons Magazine

Check out our newest issue of Horizons, with news, education programs, events and more.

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Nov 05, 2025 12:24 PM

Forest Preserve and Longtime Ecologist Earn Top Conservation Honors

Grassy Lake Forest Preserve earned Platinum accreditation and retired ecologist Ken Klick won the Force of Nature Award from the Chicago Wilderness Alliance, honoring decades of restoration work, volunteer dedication and community impact.

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Oct 23, 2025 10:31 AM

National Spotlight Shines on Award-Winning Podcast and Magazine

The Lake County Forest Preserves is earning national recognition! Both its award-winning podcast and Horizons magazine are in the spotlight for outstanding storytelling and community impact, showcasing nature, history, and conservation across Lake Co

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Oct 14, 2025 02:21 PM

Budget Reflects Fiscal Discipline and Commitment to Conservation

The Lake County Forest Preserves’ Board approved a $79.3 million 2026 budget focused on protecting land, restoring habitat and expanding access to nature.The balanced plan maintains financial stability while advancing voter-approved capital projects.

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Oct 14, 2025 01:02 PM

Board Approves 131-Acre Addition to Ray Lake Forest Preserve

The Lake County Forest Preserves approved adding 131 acres to Ray Lake Forest Preserve in Wauconda, advancing a major wetland restoration project that protects wildlife habitat, improves water quality, and strengthens flood control across the area.

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Oct 07, 2025 10:51 AM

Lakewood Master Plan Improvements Continue

Lakewood Forest Preserve, the largest in Lake County, is undergoing major improvements to enhance accessibility and visitor experience. Highlights include new trails, picnic areas, a fishing pier, and upcoming nature play and shelter.

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