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Stay informed about your Lake County Forest Preserves by reading the latest news items below.

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Jun 11, 2025 10:45 AM

Ray Lake, Half Day Preserves to Grow with New Acquisition

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.

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May 27, 2025 09:51 AM

From Cicadas to Superpowers—Cracking Open Creativity with Two New Craft Beers

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.

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May 23, 2025 12:30 PM

Read Summer Horizons Magazine

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

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May 22, 2025 02:35 PM

Celebrating Cicadas Campaign Wins Top Award

The Lake County Forest Preserves earned a top international award for its “Celebrating Cicadas” communications campaign.

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Apr 28, 2025 12:10 PM

Guidelines for Safe and Enjoyable Trail Use

As warm weather draws more visitors outdoors, the Lake County Forest Preserves is reminding the public to prioritize safety while enjoying the trails.

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Apr 24, 2025 10:26 AM

Lake County Forest Preserves in Talks to Take Over 1,000 Acres of Former Route 53 Land

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.

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Apr 07, 2025 08:49 AM

$1.02 Million Gift Honors Lifelong Love of Nature, Supports Land Restoration

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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