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

Media Inquiries

Our Public Affairs division is happy to assist journalists and photo editors with stories, fact checks, photo requests, preserve tours and interviews with our experts. Members of the media may also subscribe to receive our news releases and photo opportunities via email.

Kim Mikus Croke, Communications Specialist, office 847-968-3202, cell 224-244-0583, email

Susan Hawkins, Public Affairs Manager, office 847-968-3207, cell 847-276-6540, email

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Social Media Channels

Find us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @LCFPD. Share your forest preserve photos with us on Flickr. Watch educational and informative videos on YouTube.

Blogs

We host two blogs, written by our professional staff, to help you learn about Lake County Nature and Lake County History.

 
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Green Youth Farm
Jun 09, 2020 03:40 PM

Fresh Produce Available

Through early October, purchase organically grown produce from the Green Youth Farm, located in North Chicago.

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Dog Parks to Open in Phases

On Monday, June 1, the Operations Committee approved the gradual reopening of five Dog Exercise Areas operated by the Lake County Forest Preserves starting next week with restrictions in place to comply with COVID-19 concerns.

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Ask An Educator

Got a burning question about Lake County history or nature?

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Virtual Education Programs Available

An array of virtual nature and history programs, summer camps, school field trips, and digital resources are available.

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Safety Tips

Protect Yourself Against Vehicle Break-ins

Safeguard against auto burglary. When property is left unlocked or in plain view, it invites trouble.​

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Golf Courses Prepare to Open for the Season

Three golf courses operated by the Forest Preserves will open gradually over the next three weeks in compliance with the state's stay-at-home order extension.

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Purchase a T-shirt to Support the Dunn Museum

Help support the Dunn Museum! The Museum is currently closed, but we are accepting online orders of our popular Dryptosaurus t-shirt, available while supplies last.

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