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

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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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Saying Goodbye to Our Education Red-Tailed Hawk

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the death of our resident education red-tailed hawk, who passed on May 7, 2021. She was one of the oldest red-tailed hawks on record and a true education ambassador.

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Apr 28, 2021 12:53 PM

AAA Bond Rating Awarded

We've been awarded the AAA bond rating by Moody’s Investors Service, the highest rating possible, in recognition of our strong long-term financial planning.

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Old School Shelter A

Apr 09, 2021 06:00 PM

Great News!

Picnic shelter reservations for 2021 will begin on Thursday, April 29 at 10 am. Due to COVID-19, maximum capacity is limited to 100 people. Groups may not exceed a shelter's posted capacity.

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