Be An Ethel Day
Build Community | Inspire Change | Play in the Woods
Join us to celebrate what would have been the 101st birthday of Ethel Untermyer, founder of the Lake County Forest Preserves.
On Be An Ethel Day, take action for nature and honor Ethel's legacy by:
💪 Volunteering:
Join a restoration workday or commit to volunteering.
🥾 Exploring:
Take a walk in your favorite preserve or start your Hike Lake County journey.
🔍 Learning:
Join our Be An Ethel Day: Old-Growth Forest Celebration on Saturday, September 12. Begin with a guided walk celebrating Ryerson Conservation Area’s induction into the Old-Growth Forest Network. Then drop into the Ryerson Welcome Center to discover Ethel’s inspiring legacy through hands-on nature activities. Details>>
💚 Giving:
Support the Every Acre Strong campaign to keep your preserves resilient.
Learn About Ethel