Stay informed about your Lake County Forest Preserves by reading the latest news items below.
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Kim Mikus Croke, Media & Community Relations Specialist, office 847-968-3202, cell 224-244-0583, email
Ongoing scheduled network maintenance will begin on Tuesday, October 20. This temporary impact may affect some online maps. For assistance, call 847-367-6640 or email [email protected].
The General Offices and the Dunn Museum, located in Libertyville and Operations and Public Safety Facility in Lake Villa will be partially closed Tuesday, October 20 from 9 am– 12:30 pm.
Oct 16, 2026 12:10 PM
The Lake County Forest Preserves approved two land purchases totaling nearly 39 acres to connect wildlife habitat at Raven Glen in Antioch and expand protected natural areas at Lakewood in Wauconda, funded by the 2024 referendum.
Oct 14, 2026 10:35 AM
The Lake County Forest Preserves approved a $110.6 million budget for 2027, down 3.7% from last year. The balanced plan keeps operating costs nearly flat while advancing land preservation, habitat restoration and public access.
Oct 02, 2026 11:16 AM
The Lake County Forest Preserves earned four regional and national awards for Horizons magazine, the Alex Ross exhibition campaign, the Preservation Foundation annual report and a Birdwatching Guide, recognizing excellence in communications.
© Tim Elliott
Sep 21, 2026 10:09 AM
Registration is open for the 40th and final season of Halloween Hikes, October 23–24 at Ryerson Conservation Area. Enjoy a candlelit trail, nature-themed skits, a campfire, cider and donuts.
© Justine Neslund
Sep 14, 2026 10:17 AM
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with live music, dance, authentic food and family activities at Festival de Cultura, Comida y Vida, 2–6 pm Sunday, September 27 at Nippersink Forest Preserve in Round Lake. Admission is free.
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