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HORI Z ON S
LAKE COUNTY
FOREST PRESERVES
PRESERVATION, RESTOR ATION ,
EDUCATION AN D RECRE ATION
QUARTERLY
fall 2014
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by the lake county forest preserves .
A MESSAGE from
BOARD of COMMISSIONERS
ANN B. MAINE
PRESIDENT
LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES
PRESIDENT
Ann B. Maine, Lincolnshire
VICE PRESIDENT
Linda Pedersen, Antioch
TREASURER
More than 56 years ago, Lake County resident Ethel Untermyer was looking for an outdoor space
for her son to play. She asked a friend about nearby preserves and was surprised to find that there
were none. So the next day, she did what few others would do, organizing a countywide referendum to create the Lake County Forest Preserve District.
This bold, visionary success is the bedrock upon which the District is built. Today, we have over
30,100 acres of open space, thanks to the continued spirit of leadership and support from Lake
County residents-—the true owners of this land. Healthy, diverse and woven throughout our
community, our open space makes the county a beautiful and desirable place to live.
Visionary planning has also provided us with 182 miles of preserve trail for exercise, relaxation and
quality time outdoors. A greenway for wildlife habitat and flood protection along the Des Plaines
River, along with a regional trail spanning the entire length of the county, was first envisioned 51
years ago. This summer, foresight led to fruition as we approved the final land purchase allowing
for its completion. Inspired by this legacy of long term planning, we began our strategic planning
process in 2013.
We recognize that our landscapes, cultural and historical assets will soon be (or already are) facing
many pressures. Our oak woodlands are just one example— without our action, these unique
pieces of Lake County’s natural landscape will not survive. The Woodland Habitat Restoration
Project will allow future generations of oaks, hickories and walnuts to mature, rebuilding the
sustainable forest ecosystem, and improving conditions for rare plants and wildlife that we value
as a community (see LCFPD.org/woodlands).
We also recognized that while we may plan our lives in one, five, or 10-year increments, a
landscape takes much longer to change. Our Vision looks to the next 100-years, because the plans
we put in place today won’t be recognized until long after we are gone. The complete Strategic
Plan for our Forest Preserves, including a broad Vision for all of Lake County, is available at
LCFPD.org/Vision. We greatly appreciate the many volunteers, organizations and agencies that
helped inform this plan during each step of its production.
Leadership within our organization has played a key role in establishing the Vision, Strategic
Direction and Goals. As we look to the future, we also say goodbye to Andy Kimmel, who retired
as Deputy Executive Director in May. In his 24-year career he pioneered the establishment of the
Public Affairs division, the philanthropic giving program (The Preservation Foundation,
thepreservationfoundation.com), and represented the District in many regional and national
organizations. His lasting impact will not be forgotten.
The land is part of our community and our lives and the responsibility for its stewardship belongs
to each one of us. The Vision and Plan will help direct our best efforts, ensuring that the decisions
we make today will, over time, create the “healthy and resilient landscape with restored and
preserve natural lands, waters, and cultural assets” that we all want.
S. Michael Rummel, Lake Forest
ASSISTANT TREASURER
Audrey H. Nixon, North Chicago
Carol Calabresa, Libertyville
Pat Carey, Grayslake
Steve Carlson, Gurnee
Bonnie Thomson Carter, Ingleside
Mary Ross Cunningham, Waukegan
Bill Durkin, Waukegan
Sandra Hart, Lake Bluff
Diane Hewitt, Waukegan
Aaron Lawlor, Vernon Hills
Steven W. Mandel, Highland Park
Diana O’Kelly, Mundelein
Brent Paxton, Zion
Nick Sauer, Lake Barrington
David B. Stolman, Buffalo Grove
Craig Taylor, Lake Zurich
Tom Weber, Lake Villa
Terry Wilke, Round Lake Beach
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Ty Kovach
HORIZONS
VOLUME 23, ISSUE 4
Fall 2014
EDITOR
Kara Martin
kmartin@LCFPD.org
PHOTOGRAPHY
Carol Freeman, Jess Smith,
Danny Yates
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Excellence Nature
is in our
In 100 years, people may vacation to the moon.
Engineering may be possible on the scale of a
nanometer (one-billionth of a meter), computers may
operate on quantum electrodynamics (an interaction
of light and matter that negates the need for complex
circuitry), and computer chips may be embedded in
a variety of everyday objects—even people. When
daydreaming about the future, we often think of
robots, computers and a plethora of fantastic
technological advances.
But what will our community and our
environment look like in 100 years?
It’s a bold question. And one that the Lake County Forest
Preserves has embraced wholeheartedly in our recent
strategic planning efforts.
Approved in January 2014 by the Board of Commissioners,
our 100-Year Vision for Lake County paints a picture of the
desired future. This picture was formed from extensive input
from a diverse group of advisors, including commissioners,
staff, volunteers and partners.
The Vision has become the guiding star for all of our
strategic decision-making as we preserve and restore land.
It describes the desired landscape and natural conditions in
Lake County in the distant future.
planning for the lake county forest preserves next 100 years
LAK E COUNTY FOR E ST PRE S E RVES3 a vision comes
and greenway that
the Des Plains Riv
Russell Road just s
forest preserves an
picturing the future
So, why does the Vision span 100 years? Why
does it include all of Lake County—not just the
land we own and manage?
“The plans made today will become the reality
for future generations,” said Alex Ty Kovach,
Executive Director. We owe it to them to think
big. And working toward this Vision will ensure
that our great grandchildren enjoy a healthy
and resilient landscape that makes their
communities more livable and the local
economy more dynamic. We want to encourage an active outdoor lifestyle for children and
adults by promoting the many public health
benefits of trails, open space, nature appreciation, recreation and cultural experiences.
Educating the next and future generations to
be custodians of the land, and imparting the
importance of a working landscape and the
preservation of biodiversity is crucial. For the
past 56 years, visionary people anticipated the
growth that was coming to Lake County and
took action to create the excellent forest
preserves that we now enjoy. Over the next
100, we need to be even more far-sighted—we
must create a strategic mindset that can adapt
to a changing environment, and sustain a
desirable quality of life far ahead to the future.
preserving lake county’s natural and cultural history
1913 photo of a northern flatwoods community located near Highland Park provide
rich soil and abundant freshwater made agriculture a key industry in the county from
Woods, circa 1935. Historic photos courtesy of the Lake County Discovery Museum
Designing a Vision—and, in turn, a strategic roadmap to
achieve that Vision—that will lead to a “healthy and
resilient landscape with restored and preserved natural
lands, waters and cultural assets” requires an
understanding of potential roadblocks and opportunities.
As we worked, we kept in mind three important factors:
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Increasing population, decreased funding and other
external forces will result in significant pressure to
reconsider the use of undeveloped land.
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New development and urbanization means that it is
now more important than ever to connect people to
nature and provide plenty of open space and opportunities to recreate outdoors.
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Benefits of healthy ecosystems continue to become
more apparent and important; the wetlands that store
flood waters and the trees that deliver clean air and
absorb excess carbon from our atmosphere provide
vital protection to our communities.
designing a vision
Thinking big is often the hardest part about
creating a Vision. Our pragmatic minds are
often restrained by the current state of things,
like budgets, resources, stereotypes and fears.
comes full circle—the last gap in the des plaines river trail Left, and above: Des Plaines River Trail (DPRT). The vision of a countywide trail
follows the Des Plaines River has been in the making for 51 years. A small land purchase unanimously approved the Board this summer will have a mighty impact on
er Trail and Greenway. An addition to Ryerson Woods will provide the land needed to complete the missing link in the DPRT, allowing it to stretch unbroken from
outh of the Wisconsin border to Lake Cook Road, where it connects to the Cook County Forest Preserve trail system. Currently, the 31.1-mile trail winds through 12
d spans nearly the entire length of Lake County. Pending closing, construction could begin in spring 2015, with the trail section opening by mid-summer.
Above, from left: Native Americans navigated a regional network of trails using trail marker trees such as this one, photographed west of Fort Sheridan circa 1930; this
a glimpse at the character of Lake County natural areas before they were impacted by European settlement, altered hydrology and introduction of invasive species;
m the 1830s-1950s (Prairie View, 1909); county roads began to be paved in the 1910s to accommodate automobile traffic, such as along Sheridan Road near Lyons
.
We also created a regular feedback loop, inviting staff,
volunteers, partners and other agencies to review drafts
and provide input at each phase of development.
Diverse feedback has been essential because the future
of our forest preserves is inextricably tied to Lake
County’s working landscape of residential, commercial,
farming, business and other development. Each group
brought a different perspective to our planning process.
Not only did this approach result in a well-rounded
plan­—it also created a plan that belongs to everyone.
putting the plan into action
We will use the Vision’s core principles of leadership,
conservation and people as we protect our forest
preserves and ensure that they serve as a model for
improving the landscape throughout Lake County.
Flowing from the Vision and complementing our existing
mission comes the Strategic Direction and Goals. The
Strategic Directions identify the methods and systems
needed to reach the Vision. The Goals associated with
each Strategic Direction define the actual practices that
our Board and staff will use to implement the plan.
The complete Strategic Plan is available
at LCFPD.org/Vision.
We invite you to read through it. We hope you will see your
perspective represented here and see the role you can play
in making our new 100-year Vision a reality.
Find us on Facebook /LCFPD
Follow us on Twitter @LCFPD
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PRESERVENEWS
trail connection and route 21 underpass
The Casey Trail connection to the Des Plaines River Trail (DPRT) in Libertyville is complete.
The connection includes a 1-mile segment stretching from the existing Casey Trail (west of
Route 21) east to the DPRT at Independence Grove and a pedestrian tunnel under Route 21.
This project represents a successful partnership between our agency, Conserve Lake County,
Libertyville Township and the Illinois Department of Transportation to connect parts of
Grayslake, Mundelein, Libertyville, Rollins Savanna Forest Preserve and the Fort Hill Trail
(when complete) to the DPRT. Access is at Independence Grove on Buckley Road (Route 137)
just east of Milwaukee Avenue (Route 21), or Oak Openings on Route 45 just south of Route 120.
facebook “curiositues”
Visit us on Facebook at facebook.com/every Tuesday for
weekly “CuriosiTues.” We’ll be posting fascinating
and curious ecological, cultural and historical facts
from right here in Lake County.
curiositues sneak peek Opossums have prehensile (grasping) tails that
are commonly used for balance when climbing. Occasionally, their tails are
used to carry leaves or bunches of bedding material back to their nest, like
this one spotted in northwest Waukegan.
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fall is controlled burn season
Specially trained staff routinely conduct controlled burns in the fall. Fire
is the most efficient and economical
tool for managing Lake County’s natural communities, improving habitat
by decreasing invasive plants, removing excess leaf litter and exposing the
seedbed to the sun’s rays. Sites are
selected daily based on variables such
as wind, relative humidity, temperature, soil moisture, air mass stability
and topography. For daily updates,
visit .org/burninfo.
walks with docs
The Lake County Forest Preserves,
the Lake County Health Department and NorthShore University
HealthSystem are teaming up again
this fall for the Walk With Docs
program, an initiative of Live Well
Lake County.
Each walk brings naturalists and
physicians together for guided
tours of some of Lake County’s
most breathtaking scenery. Stroll
through woodlands, prairies and
forests while improving your health
and knowledge of nature.
Walks are free and open to all ages;
16 and under must be accompanied
by an adult. No registration required. Please note: with the
exception of service animals, dogs
and other pets are not permitted at
the walk programs. For dates and
locations, see the calendar on page
nine or visit .org.
take caution for deer when driving this fall
November is the peak month for automobile-deer
collisions, so drivers should be alert. An earlier sunset
means a higher chance to encounter deer during
evening commutes.
For white-tailed deer, Odocoileus virginianus, rut begins
in the fall, normally in late October or early November. During the rut, deer are more active and tend to
cover more territory. It is common to see them on
roads near natural areas.
Amorous bucks are not paying attention to traffic, so
it is important that we watch for them while driving.
As development of the land continues, urban areas
and deer habitat will intersect in more locations.
Drive with caution in areas where deer are common,
especially in November.
volunteer nature guides
Volunteer nature guides are needed to act as
Forest Preserve liaisons—leading attendees at
some of our most popular hikes, and teaching
nature programs to the general public or
school groups throughout the county. No
experience is necessary; training is provided.
For more information, contact Mark Hurley at
mhurley@.org or call 847-968-3324.
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picnic shelter reservations
Plan your 2015 family reunion, company picnic or other group gathering
early to help ensure your first choice
for shelter or date. Picnic shelter
reservations begin Monday, October
20. For locations, permit requirements
and fees, visit .org/picnics.
eastern prairie fringed
orchid Lake County Forest
Preserves is home to some of the
largest remaining populations of
this extremely rare native orchid.
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support your forest preserves this fall
The Preservation Foundation is the charitable partner of the
Forest Preserves. Each year, hundreds of donors give to the Foundation at every level to help the Forest Preserves do more. Although public funds cover basic operations, private donations help
fund special projects that would otherwise not be possible. To
ensure our Forest Preserves are always evolving, the Preservation
Foundation has directed contributions to initiatives such as:
The Green Youth Farm, a 1-acre sustainable farm at Greenbelt
Forest Preserve where Lake County high school students benefit
from a paid work experience and learn healthy eating, food preparation, sustainable agriculture, marketing, and other job skills.
Science First in Lake County, a summer science immersion
program for Lake County middle school students that seeks to
nurture a love of science and understanding of career and educational opportunities in the sciences.
Habitat restoration at preserves across Lake County, such as
Lakewood, Rollins Savanna, Oriole Grove, and Grainger Woods.
, who together contributed more than 37,000 hours to the Forest
Preserves last year.
Please consider supporting the Annual Fund with a gift before yearend. Contact the Preservation Foundation at 847-968-3110 or go to
hereservationoundation.org.
emerald ash borer
Emerald ash borer (EAB), Agrilus planipennis Fairmaire,
is a non-native beetle that was discovered in southeastern Michigan in 2002. EAB larvae feed on the
inner bark of ash trees, disrupting the trees’ transport
of water and nutrients. Adults eat leaves but cause
little damage.
Since its arrival in the United States, EAB has killed tens
of millions of ash trees throughout the eastern United
States and Canada. Loss of these trees has cost municipalities, property owners, nurseries and forest industries
tens of millions of dollars.
Impact from EAB is now visibly apparent throughout
the Chicago area. Tree removal is widespread due to
damage from this forest pest. We recommend planting a
variety of native tree species in place of ash trees that
are removed in landscaped areas. Biodiversity, short for
biological diversity, keeps our air and water clean, regulates our climate, and protects against devastating losses
when invasive species, such as EAB, arrive in our local
ecosystems. To learn more, visit LCFPD.org/EAB.
above Symptoms of
EAB include crown
dieback and sprouting at the base, as
well as bark splits and
woodpecker activity.
left, from top Adult
EAB are metallic green
and about the size of a
grain of rice. Winding
galleries are found just
beneath the bark, where
EAB larvae feed. Photos
courtesy invasive.org
museum day live
Museum awarded $750,000 grant
In the spirit of Smithsonian Museums, who offer free admission
everyday, Museum Day Live! is an
annual event hosted by Smithsonian magazine in which participating
museums, including the Lake
County Discovery Museum in
Wauconda, open their doors to
anyone presenting a Museum Day
Live! ticket...for free. For details,
visit smithsonianmag.com/museumday.
The Lake County Discovery Museum (Wauconda)
has been awarded a $750,000 Illinois Public
Museums Capital Grant to better protect and care
for its historic collections and make them more accessible to the public, as part of Governor Quinn’s Illinois
Jobs Now! program. The Museum will use the grant
funds to build a permanent storage and care facility at
the Lake County Forest Preserves General Offices in
Libertyville. The lower level will be renovated to
create a controlled environment for the Museum’s
archives and object collection.
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Special Feature
10 ADLAI E. STEVENSON HISTORIC HOME
In April 2014, the Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home (located in Wright Woods, Mettawa) was
named a National Historic Landmark by the Secretary of the Interior in honor of 20th century
statesman Adlai E. Stevenson II, who played a major role in American diplomacy during the Cold
War. One of only four sites designated in 2014, the Stevenson Home joins 2,540 other sites across
the country recognized for possessing exceptional value and quality in illustrating U.S. heritage.
The estate is also an Illinois Historic Site, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Stevenson Home, designed by Chicago architects Perkins, Wheeler and Will, was built
in 1938 by Stevenson and his wife, Ellen. The most important room in the house is the study.
When he was at home, Stevenson spent the majority of his time writing at his desk, and
meeting with dignitaries such as John F. Kennedy, and Eleanor Roosevelt, a close friend and
frequent guest at the home.
Adlai Stevenson II was born into a prominent political family. His grandfather and namesake,
Adlai E. Stevenson (1835–1914), was Vice President to President Grover Cleveland (1893–97),
and his maternal great-grandfather, Jesse Fell, was a close advisor of Abraham Lincoln.
Continuing the tradition, Stevenson’s son, Adlai III, served in the Illinois House from 1965–67,
was Treasurer of Illinois from 1967–70 and a U.S. Senator from 1970–81.
An important and influential figure in United States political history, Stevenson II was
Governor of Illinois from 1949–53, ran for President as the Democratic National Candidate in
1952 and 1956, and served as Ambassador to the United Nations during the Kennedy
Administration from 1961–65. Though he lost both presidential campaigns to Dwight D.
Eisenhower, it was Stevenson's ideas that are his lasting legacy. His importance lay in his
efforts to raise public awareness about the nature of the world, America's place in it, and
what the future was likely to hold.
When he died of a heart attack in London in 1965, The New York Times wrote "To the public
dialogue of his time he brought intelligence, civility and grace. We who have been his
contemporaries have been companions of greatness."
—Adlai E. Stevenson II, speaking of his Midwest heritage.
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Above: Stevenson writing letters in his
study; illustration by Lake County
resident and artist/reporter Franklin
McMahon (1921–2012). See page 15 for
details about an upcoming McMahon
exhibit at the Lake County Discovery
Museum (Wauconda).
The Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home
is located in southeast Lake County in
Mettawa and is part of Captain Daniel
Wright Woods Forest Preserve. The
entrance is on Saint Mary’s Road
between Everett Road and Route 60
(Townline Road). For more info, visit
LCFPD.org/StevensonHome
FALL CALENDAR
Registration required for all programs unless otherwise indicated.
For detailed program descriptions, specific meeting locations,
directions and registration visit LCFPD.org or call 847–968–3321.
For updates outside of normal business hours, call 847-968-3113.
SEPTEMBER
Thru Nov 30 Hike Lake County
Hike seven of 12 designated trails throughout the county to
earn a commemorative hiking shield.
Details and materials:
LCFPD.org/HLC. All ages.
FREE. No registration required.
3 Habitat Walk for Seniors
Explore some of the many habitats found in Lake County,
learning as you walk. Walks are paced to the group’s ability.
Wednesday, 9–10 am, Fox River—large pavilion.
Seniors.
FREE. No registration required.
6, 13, 20, 27 Forest Fitness
Join a brisk walk and explore the trails of a new preserve
each week with this group of outdoor enthusiasts.
Saturdays, 8–9 am, see website for weekly locations:
LCFPD.org/FF. Adults.
$1 residents, $2 nonresidents. No registration required.
6 Walk with a Naturalist
One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Saturday, 9–10 am, Fort Sheridan. Adults.
$1 residents, $2 nonresidents. No registration required.
6 Misunderstood: The Outcasts of the Forest
Bats, snakes, wasps and many other “outcasts” tend to be
misunderstood. Learn how they are actually quite interesting.
Saturday, 10:30–11:30 am, Lakewood—Shelter E.
All ages.
$5 adult/$2 child residents, $7 adult/$3 child nonresidents.
6 Scout Saturday—Reptile & Amphibian Study Merit Badge
Discover the reptiles and amphibians that live in Lake County
as you earn your Merit Badge.
Saturday, 1–5 pm, Ryerson Woods—classroom cabins.
Boy Scouts.
$20 residents, $28 nonresidents.
6 Walk With Docs
Learn about the nature surrounding you as you take a
wellness walk with a physician and a naturalist. Let us be your
field guide and your personal guide to good health.
Saturday, 4–5 pm, Ray Lake.
All ages. FREE. No registration required.
This program is offered in partnership with Lake County
Health Department and NorthShore HealthSystem.
10 Little Sprouts—All About Apples
Learn about different types of apples, how they grow and the
best time to pick and eat them.
Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm.
Children ages 2–5, with an adult.
$3 residents, $5 nonresidents.
10 Ryerson Reads—“When the Killing’s Done”
Discuss T.C. Boyle’s novel which imagines a conflict over the
culling of invasive species on California’s Channel Islands, and
meditates on the ethics of humans’ attempts to control nature.
Wednesday, 7:30–9 pm, Ryerson Woods—Brushwood Center.
Adults, families with children ages 12 and up. $15 ($10
Brushwood Center members) per session or $45 ($30
Brushwood Center members) for the four-part series.
11 Connecting Kids with Nature
Connect your kids with nature through outdoor exploration.
Along the way, learn about the benefits of nature play.
Thursday, 10:30–11:45 am, Greenbelt Cultural
Center. Children of all ages, with an adult.
FREE. No registration required.
13 Bilingual (Spanish/English) Hike
One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Saturday, 9–10 am, Hastings Lake—Shelter A.
All ages. FREE. No registration required.
13 Flatwater Kayak Safety and Rescues
Expect to get wet in this program. Learn safety and rescue
techniques from a certified kayak instructor.
Saturday, 9:30 am–12 pm, Independence Grove—funbrella.
Adults, families with children ages 12 and up.
$20 residents, $28 nonresidents.
13 Images of Lincoln and His Circle
Dr. James M. Cornelius of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential
Library and Museum discusses how images of Lincoln and his
circle have been used and altered for a variety of purposes.
Saturday, 7–8 pm, Lake County Discovery Museum.
Adults.
$7 residents, $9 nonresidents.
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Registration required for all programs unless otherwise indicated.
For detailed program descriptions, specific meeting locations,
directions and registration visit LCFPD.org or call 847–968–3321.
For updates outside of normal business hours, call 847-968-3113.
septemBER (continued)
14 Fiestas Patrias
Celebrate Mexican and Central American Independence with
live music and authentic food. Lots of activities for children.
Sunday, 2–7 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center.
All ages.
FREE. No registration required.
SEP 14, 28, OCT 26 Archaeology at the Stevenson Home
Learn the basics of archaeological excavation with Dr. Scott
Palumbo, College of Lake County, in these hands-on sessions.
Sundays, 10 am–2 pm, Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home.
Adults, families with children ages 12 and up.
Per-session rates: $10 residents, $15 nonresidents.
14 Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home Tours
Learn about this Illinois governor and ambassador to the
United Nations as you tour this National Historic Landmark.
Sunday, 1–2 pm, 2:30–3:30 pm, Adlai E. Stevenson
Historic Home. Adults, families with children
ages 8 and up. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.
14 Walk With Docs
Learn about the nature surrounding you as you take a
wellness walk with a physician and a naturalist. Let us be your
field guide and your personal guide to good health.
Sunday, 4–5 pm, Middlefork Savanna.
All ages. FREE. No registration required.
This program is offered in partnership with Lake County
Health Department and NorthShore HealthSystem.
15 Playdate with Nature
Move your kids outdoors for unstructured seasonal play activities,
proven to be healthy and beneficial to children of all ages.
Monday, 3–4:30 pm, Hastings Lake.
Children of all ages, caregivers. FREE. No registration
required. A Leave No Child Inside Event.
16 Hikin’ Tykes—Woolly Bear Caterpillars
Nature-based story, craft and outdoor exploration (weather
permitting) for you and your preschool child.
Tuesday, 9:30–10:45 am, Independence Grove Visitors
Center. Children ages 2–4, with an adult.
$5 adult/$2 child residents, $7 adult/$3 child nonresidents.
17 Homeschool Companion: Autumn Harvest
Learn about harvest time on the farm and in the garden
through hands-on activities and crafts.
Wednesday, 10–11:30 am, Bonner Heritage Farm.
Children ages 5–12, with an adult.
$5 residents, $7 nonresidents.
19 Community Campfire Friday Night
Bring your friends and family to roast marshmallows, share
stories and enjoy nature at night. Activities vary monthly.
Friday, 7–9 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center.
Bring a blanket or chair.
All ages. FREE. No registration required.
20–21 Farm Heritage Festival
22nd annual family festival celebrates Lake County’s
agricultural roots. Tractor parade, sheep herding, wagon
rides, animals and more—see LCFPD.org/farmheritage.
Saturday & Sunday, 9 am–4 pm, Lakewood. Daily: $10 adults,
$5 ages 4–17 and seniors; Weekend pass: $15 adults, $7 ages
4–17 and seniors. Children 3 & under FREE. No registration
required. Purchase tickets online and save $1.
20 Fort Sheridan Beach Cleanup
Lend a hand for International Coastal Cleanup day.
Saturday, 9 am–12 pm, Fort Sheridan. All ages. FREE. No
registration required. Bring work gloves and a water bottle.
20 What Tree is That?
Explore and learn how to identify some of Lake County’s most
popular trees, and new ways to enjoy them in your own backyard.
Saturday, 1:30–3 pm, Lakewood—Winter Sports Area.
Adults, families with children ages 6 and up.
$5 adult/$2 child residents, $7 adult/$3 child nonresidents.
20 Night Voyageur
Paddle our giant canoe while learning about the fur trade in
18th-century Lake County and the lives of the Voyageurs.
Saturday, 6–8 pm, Independence Grove.
Adults, families with children ages 9 and up.
$7 residents, $10 nonresidents.
21 Let’s Talk Turtles
Learn more about the endangered turtles living in Lake
County and our restoration efforts that help them survive.
Sunday, 2:30–3:30 pm, Ryerson Woods Welcome Center.
Children ages 2–5, with an adult.
$5 adult/$2 child residents, $7 adult/$3 child nonresidents.
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Watch for mushrooms appearing in
massive clusters in early fall. They often
grow at the base of trees and appear in the
same locations year after year.
SEPTEMBER (continued)
23 Autumn Birding Bus Tour
Cruise on a bus to Lake County birding hotspots and hike to
search for some feathered friends.
Tuesday, 8 am–12 pm, Independence Grove—
departure/arrival at the Visitors Center. Adults.
$25 residents, $30 nonresidents.
24 Little Sprouts—Crows in the Corn
Learn about corn’s many uses and make scarecrows to
protect our corn from birds.
Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm.
Children ages 2–5, with an adult.
$3 residents, $5 nonresidents.
24 Museum Volunteer Docent Informational Meeting
Learn about being a docent at the Discovery Museum—share
your love of history through guided tours and programs.
Wednesday, 2:30–3:30 pm, Lake County Discovery
Museum. Adults.
FREE. No registration required.
27 Walk on the Wildflower Side
Uncover the secrets of wildflowers. Learn the folklore and
healing powers they hold.
Saturday, 10 am–12 pm, Grant Woods—Monaville Road
entrance. Adults, families with children ages 8 and up.
$5 adult/$1 child residents, $7 adult/$2 child nonresidents.
27 Nature Open House
Celebrate the beauty of early fall. Explore the pond and
woodlands as we discover who calls Wright Woods home.
Saturday, 1–3:30 pm, Wright Woods.
All ages.
FREE. No registration required.
27 Bilingual (Spanish/English) Hike
One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Saturday, 4–5 pm, Keith Mione Community Park—meet at
Barefoot Bay entrance. All ages. FREE. No registration required.
OCTOBER
OCT 1–31 Ethel’s Poet-Tree
Help us honor the late Ethel Untermyer, leader of the 1958 referendum founding the Lake County Forest
Preserve District, by writing a short poem and hanging it on “Ethel’s Poet-Tree” which will be on display for
the month of October at the Ryerson Woods Welcome Center.
1 Habitat Walk for Seniors
Explore some of the many habitats found in Lake County,
learning as you walk. Walks are paced to the group’s ability.
Wednesday, 9–10 am, Rollins Savanna—Drury Lane entrance.
Seniors.
FREE. No registration required.
1 Stroller Tour: The President’s Photographer
Enjoy guided tours of current Museum exhibitions with your
little ones in tow.
Wednesday, 9:30 am–10:15 pm, Lake County Discovery
Museum. Parents and caregivers with children 18 months and
younger. $6, includes Museum admission. Children FREE.
OCT 1–NOV 8 TreeKeepers Training
Take an in-depth look at urban trees and their care in this
multi-session, award-winning certificate program.
Wednesdays, October 1, 15, 29, November 5, 6:30–9 pm, &
Saturdays, October 4, 18, November 1, 8, 1–4:30 pm, Ryerson Woods
Welcome Center. Adults. $80 residents, $95 nonresidents.
4, 11, 18, 25 Forest Fitness
Join a brisk walk and explore the trails of a new preserve
each week with this group of outdoor enthusiasts.
Saturdays, 8–9 am, see website for weekly locations:
LCFPD.org/FF. Adults.
$1 residents, $2 nonresidents. No registration required.
4 Walk with a Naturalist
One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Saturday, 9–10 am, Fox River—boat launch. Adults.
$1 residents, $2 nonresidents. No registration required.
4 Girl Scout Saturday
Join us for a day of Girl Scout programs. Available badges
include Bugs, Painting, Animal Habitats or Playing the Past.
Saturday, 10 am–3 pm, Lake County Discovery Museum.
Brownies, Girl Scouts. $10. Registration and more
information at girlscoutsgcnwi.org.
LAK E COUNTY FOR E ST PRES E RVES 13 14 Registration required for all programs unless otherwise indicated.
For detailed program descriptions, specific meeting locations,
directions and registration visit LCFPD.org or call 847–968–3321.
For updates outside of normal business hours, call 847-968-3113.
OctoBER (continued)
4 Native Plants: Not Just Backyard Beauties
Discover the unexpected ways some familiar native plants
can heal, feed and soothe you and your family.
Saturday, 10:30 am–12 pm, Old School—trails lot.
Adults, families with children ages 10 and up.
$5 residents, $7 nonresidents.
4 Paddle with a Naturalist
Join an environmental educator for a two-hour canoe paddle
to explore what nature reveals. Experience recommended.
Saturday, 1:30–4 pm, Hastings Lake.
Adults, families with children ages 6 and up.
$21 residents, $29 nonresidents.
5 Bonner Country Fair
Enjoy kids’ crafts, games, live music, animals, pony rides and
more at this fun family festival.
Sunday, 12–4 pm, Bonner Heritage Farm.
All ages. $5 per person, ages 3 and under FREE.
No registration required.
CELEBRATE FALL Crisp autumn air and fall colors provide the perfect backdrop for getting outdoors. Visit Ryerson Woods
on Sunday October 5 for an afternoon of activities.
5 Playdate with Nature
Move outdoors for unstructured seasonal play activities
proven to be healthy and beneficial to children of all ages.
Sunday, 1–2 pm, Ryerson Woods—classroom cabins.
All ages. FREE. No registration required.
A Leave No Child Inside Event.
5 Fall Color Hike
Learn why leaves change color and how critters adapt to
the coming cold weather.
Sunday, 1–2 pm, Ryerson Woods—classroom cabins.
All ages.
$5 adult/$1 child residents, $7 adult/$2 child nonresidents.
5 Honey Bee Hike
Visit an apiary and learn about the honey bee family tree
and their lives in the hives.
Sunday, 2–3 pm, Ryerson Woods—classroom cabins.
All ages.
$5 adult/$1 child residents, $7 adult/$2 child nonresidents.
8 Little Sprouts—Harvest Hoe-Down
Help pick the last vegetables of the season and prepare the
garden for winter. Then celebrate with songs and games.
Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm.
Children ages 2–5, with an adult.
$3 residents, $5 nonresidents.
8 Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home Tours
Learn about this Illinois governor and ambassador to the
United Nations as you tour this National Historic Landmark.
Wednesday, 1–2 pm, 2:30–3:30 pm, Adlai E. Stevenson
Historic Home. Adults, families with children ages 8 and up.
$5 residents, $7 nonresidents.
9 Museum Teacher Open House
Learn about programs and resources for your class, tour the
exhibitions and take part in guided teacher training sessions.
Thursday, 4:30–6:30 pm, Lake County
Discovery Museum. Lake County
Educators. FREE. Two CPDUs available.
11 Greenbelt Mini Explorers—Patriotic Photographers
Learn about the presidential photographers while creating
portraits and patriotic crafts.
Saturday, 10–11 am, Greenbelt Cultural Center.
Children ages 2–5, with an adult.
$3 residents, $5 nonresidents.
12 Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home Dedication Ceremony
Tour the Stevenson Home and join us for this National
Historic Landmark dedication ceremony.
Sunday, public tours 1–3 pm; official comments and
plaque dedication at 3 pm. Adlai E. Stevenson Historic
Home. All ages. FREE. No registration required.
13 Scout Monday—Naturalist Badge
Join one of our naturalists to fulfill the Naturalist Badge
requirements on this day off school.
Monday, 10–11 am, Ryerson Woods Welcome Center.
Webelos.
$6 residents, $8 nonresidents.
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FALL 2 01 4
Join the Skokie Valley Astronomers at Ryerson
Woods on the second Friday of the month.
Learn about topics in astronomy and stargaze
with members’ telescopes, weather permitting.
For details, visit LCFPD.org/astronomy.
october (continued)
13 Playdate with Nature
Move your kids outdoors for unstructured seasonal play activities,
proven to be healthy and beneficial to children of all ages.
Monday, 3–4:30 pm, Heron Creek—Shelter B.
Children of all ages, caregivers. FREE. No registration
required. A Leave No Child Inside Event.
14 Hikin’ Tykes—Crows
Nature-based story, craft and outdoor exploration (weather
permitting) for you and your preschool child.
Tuesday, 9:30–10:45 am, Greenbelt Cultural Center.
Children ages 2–4, with an adult.
$5 adult/$2 child residents, $7 adult/$3 child nonresidents.
17 Community Campfire Friday Night
Bring your friends and family to roast marshmallows, share
stories and enjoy nature at night. Activities vary monthly.
Friday, 7–9 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center.
Bring a blanket or chair.
All ages. FREE. No registration required.
18 Phenology & Photography
Outdoor workshop combines a staff naturalist’s insight with
technical tips from a professional photographer.
Saturday, 4–7 pm, Ryerson Woods—Brushwood
lot. Adults, youth ages 16 and up.
$20 residents, $28 nonresidents.
18 Walk With Docs
Learn about the nature surrounding you as you take a
wellness walk with a physician and a naturalist. Let us be your
field guide and your personal guide to good health.
Saturday, 4–5 pm, Ryerson Woods Welcome Center.
All ages. FREE. No registration required.
This program is offered in partnership with Lake County
Health Department and NorthShore HealthSystem.
HAPPY HALLOWEEN Show off your costume and join us for a Halloween adventure.
22 Small Discoveries—A Happy Halloween
Celebrate Halloween traditions with stories, games and a
variety of spooktacular activities. Costumes encouraged.
Wednesday, 10–11 am, Lake County Discovery Museum.
Children ages 2–5, with an adult.
$6 adult/$2.50 child, includes Museum admission.
24-25 Halloween Hikes
Join a guided group hike along a candlelit path to watch fun
nature-themed skits, followed by donuts and cider. Not
scary. Even your littlest will enjoy this family favorite.
Friday & Saturday, 90 minute event. One hour
hikes begin every 30 minutes from 6–8 pm.
Ryerson Woods. All ages.
$9 residents, $11 nonresidents.
25 Greenbelt Mini Explorers—Halloween Fun
Enjoy the traditions of Halloween and create ghoulishly
spooky crafts. Costumes encouraged.
Saturday, 10–11 am, Greenbelt Cultural Center.
Children ages 2–5, with an adult.
$3 residents, $5 nonresidents.
26 Trick or Treat Trails
Enjoy trick-or-treating, nature activities, games, crafts,
refreshments and more. Costume contest at 3:30 pm.
Sunday, 2–5 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center.
Adults, families with children ages 12 and under.
FREE. No registration required.
29 Raptor in the Woods Photography
While the leaves are changing, meet one of our education
raptors and take some pictures of the bird in the woods.
Wednesday, 10–11 am, Ryerson Woods Welcome
Center. Adults.
$10 residents, $15 nonresidents.
NOVEMBER
1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Forest Fitness
Join a brisk walk and explore the trails of a new preserve
each week with this group of outdoor enthusiasts.
Saturdays, 8–9 am, see website for weekly locations:
LCFPD.org/FF. Adults.
$1 residents, $2 nonresidents. No registration required.
1 Walk with a Naturalist
One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Saturday, 9–10 am, Greenbelt—Shelter B. Adults.
$1 residents, $2 nonresidents. No registration required.
LAK E COUNTY FOR E ST PRES E RVES 15 16 Registration required for all programs unless otherwise indicated.
For detailed program descriptions, specific meeting locations,
directions and registration visit LCFPD.org or call 847–968–3321.
For updates outside of normal business hours, call 847-968-3113.
novemBER (continued)
5 Habitat Walk for Seniors
Explore some of the many habitats found in Lake County,
learning as you walk. Walks are paced to the group’s ability.
Wednesday, 9–10 am, Lakewood—Gilmer Road lot (Fort Hill
Trail). Seniors.
FREE. No registration required.
5 Small Discoveries—Potawatomi Play
Explore the lives of early Lake County Native Americans and
learn how they obtained food, clothing and shelter.
Wednesday, 10–11 am, Lake County Discovery Museum.
Children ages 2–5, with an adult.
$6 adult/$2.50 child, includes Museum admission.
8 Greenbelt Mini Explorers—Digging up Dinosaurs
Discover what it is like to be a paleontologist! Dig up real
fossils, make a fossil cast, and much more.
Saturday, 10–11 am, Greenbelt Cultural Center.
Children ages 2–5, with an adult.
$3 residents, $5 nonresidents.
8 Greenbelt Cultural Center Green Building Tours
Join a guided tour of Greenbelt Cultural Center and learn about
its unique features including the Northshore Gas Living Wall.
Saturday, 11 am–12 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center.
All ages.
FREE. Registration is required.
9 Ethel Untermyer Forum: Lake County in the Year 2114
Planning for tomorrow can be a challenge; visioning 100 years out may seem impossible. Learn
how the long-range plans of three different agencies complement each other and strive to
build a healthy, resilient landscape in Lake County where people and nature will thrive.
Sunday, 1:30–3 pm, Ryerson Woods Welcome Center. FREE.
10 Playdate with Nature
Move your kids outdoors for unstructured seasonal play activities,
proven to be healthy and beneficial to children of all ages.
Monday, 3–4:30 pm, Lyons Woods.
Children of all ages, caregivers. FREE. No registration
required. A Leave No Child Inside Event.
11 Scout Tuesday—Geologist Badge
Join us to fulfill Geologist Badge requirements on this day off school.
Tuesday, 10–11 am, Ryerson Woods Welcome Center.
Webelos. $6 residents, $8 nonresidents.
12 Homeschool Companion—The President’s Photographer
Join other homeschoolers to examine the role of the
president and how photographs help capture the many
aspects of the lives of those who hold this esteemed position.
Wednesday, 10 am–12 pm, Lake County
Discovery Museum.
Children ages 5–12, with an adult.
$5 residents, $7 nonresidents.
12 Ryerson Reads—“The Paradise of Bombs”
Discuss these essays, in which Scott Russell Sanders presents a
journey of self-discovery from the military base of his childhood
to the mountains of Oregon, and the quarries of Indiana.
Wednesday, 7:30–9 pm, Ryerson Woods—Brushwood Center.
Adults, families with children ages 12 and up. $15 ($10
Brushwood Center members).
14 Chocolate, Champagne, and Shopping Fundraiser
Indulge while shopping unique gift vendors. Proceeds
benefit the Lake County Discovery Museum.
Friday, 5–9 pm, Lake County Forest Preserve
General Offices. Attendees must be 18 or
older. $15 in advance, $18 at the door.
Purchase tickets online at LCFPD.org/CCS.
18 Hikin’ Tykes—Turkeys
Nature-based story, craft and outdoor exploration (weather
permitting) for you and your preschool child.
Tuesday, 9:30–10:45 am, Ryerson Woods Welcome Center
Children ages 2–4, with an adult.
$5 adult/$2 child residents, $7 adult/$3 child nonresidents.
19 Small Discoveries—Turkey Tales
Join us for a morning of Thanksgiving-themed storytelling
and make a seasonal craft to take home for the holiday.
Wednesday, 10–11 am, Lake County Discovery Museum.
Children ages 2–5, with an adult.
$6 adult/$2.50 child, includes Museum admission.
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SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS
August 23–November 9
The Farm: Images from the Heartland
Winners from the biennial, juried art
competition featuring artists from
Wisconsin, Indiana, and Illinois. The
competition is coordinated by the Lake
County Heritage Farm Foundation.
Lake County Discovery Museum
November 9–December 23
Hidden/Protected: Paintings by
Nina Weiss
Opens September 13
The President’s Photographer:
50 Years Inside the Oval Office
View presidential
history from the first
official presidential photographer
in 1963 to today’s coverage of
Barack Obama. This exhibition
includes iconic and rarely seen
photos of presidents, with insights
from the photographers who
chronicled them.
Assembled by three-time Emmy
Award-winner John Bredar, this exhibition features works by veteran
presidential photographers David
Hume Kennerly (Gerald Ford), David Valdez (George H.W. Bush), Bob
McNeely (Bill Clinton), Eric Draper
(George W. Bush), Pete Souza
(Barack Obama) and many more.
Through December 14
The Passenger Pigeon’s Flight
to Extinction
2014 marks the 100th anniversary of
the extinction of the passenger pigeon.
This original exhibition explores connections between the human and natural worlds, and looks at some of the
work being done today to help prevent
similar extinctions from occurring.
Independence Grove
This series of landscape oil paintings
by artist Nina Weiss depicts nature
with colors intense, lush and dramatic.
Her work travels beyond traditional
ideas of a green landscape, as she
teases out the complex colors of
nature, creating layers of contrast, line
and form. Through her paintings, she
celebrates hidden natural landscapes
that are often ignored or overlooked in
urban environments. Her work provides
the viewer with a contemporary look at
the traditional genre of landscape.
Artist reception Sunday, Nov. 9, 1–3 pm
Brushwood Center, Ryerson Woods
Opens November 22
Illustrating Integration: The Deerfield
Housing Project
Beginning in 1959 and continuing
throughout the 1960s, Deerfield, Illinois,
was a northern focal point in the
struggle to develop non-discriminatory
housing. View original artwork of the
meetings held in Deerfield in 1959
and in the early 1960s, drawn by artist
reporter Franklin McMahon (1921–2012),
learn about the Deerfield integrated
homes project and Lake County
activist Ethel Untermyer (1925–2009).
Lake County Discovery Museum
September 7–October 30
Brushwood Farm: Photos by Edward L. Ryerson & Edward Ranney, 1937–74
Lake County Discovery Museum
This exhibition combines photos from Brushwood Farm made by Edward L. Ryerson, with
pictures made by his grandson, professional
photographer Edward Ranney, before the
property was transferred to the Lake County
Forest Preserves in 1972. Ryerson’s pictures
are reprinted from an extensive archive
compiled 1937–71, and pictures of the house
1972–74 are by Edward Ranney.
Artist reception Sunday, Sep. 7, 1–3 pm
Brushwood Center, Ryerson Woods
novemBER (continued)
22 Greenbelt Mini Explorers—Thanksgiving Celebration
Celebrate the story and tradition of Thanksgiving through
autumn-related art activities.
Saturday, 10–11 am, Greenbelt Cultural Center.
Children ages 2–5, with an adult.
$3 residents, $5 nonresidents.
23 Thanksgiving for Nature Scavenger Hunt
Have fun searching for clues about the gifts of nature.
Sunday, 1–3 pm, Hastings Lake—Shelter A. Activity is
self-paced, arrive any time to start exploring. All ages. $2.
29 Snowmobile Safety Class Certification and Exam
Passing the written exam at the end of the class allows youth
ages 12–16 to operate a snowmobile on their own.
Saturday, 8 am–5 pm, Operations and Public Safety Facility.
Adults, families with children ages 11 and up.
FREE. Registration required at 847-968-3411.
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Special Facilities Directory
General Offices
operations and public safety
1899 West Winchester Road
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
19808 West Grand Avenue
Lake Villa, Illinois 60046
847-367-6640 tel
847-367-6649 fax
847-968-3155 TDD
847-968-3411 tel (Operations)
847-968-3244 tel (Public Safety)
847-968-3116 fax
8 am –4:30 pm, Monday–Friday
6:30 am –3 pm, Monday–Friday
911 emergency
847–549–5200 nonemergency
public safety issues
OUTDOOR RECREATION
EDUCATION & CULTURE
GOLF
Countryside Golf Club
Independence Grove
RYERSON Conservation Area
16400 West Buckley Road
Libertyville, Illinois 60048
21950 North Riverwoods Road
Riverwoods, Illinois 60015
847–968–3499 Main
847–247–1111 Banquets, Meetings
847–968–3320
IndependenceGrove.org
Visitors Center Hours
9 AM–4:30 PM, unless otherwise posted
For beach, marina and café seasonal
hours and fees visit our website.
Parking Fee
Lake County residents FREE
Nonresidents
$5 per car Monday–Thursday
$10 per car Friday–Sunday and holidays
LCFPD.org/Ryerson
Welcome Center Hours
Brushwood Center Hours
A Robert Trent Jones Jr.
championship golf course
10 AM–4 PM, Monday–Thursday
1–3 PM Sundays, or by appointment
Lake County Discovery Museum
Lake County History Archives
Curt Teich Postcard Archives
Fox River Marina
LakeCountyDiscoveryMuseum.org
FoxRiverMarina.org
Boat Launch & Marina Hours
7 AM–sunset, daily, in season
847–968–3400 Main
847–968–3381 Archives, Research
Museum Gallery Hours
10 AM–4:30 PM, Monday–Saturday
1–4:30 PM, Sunday
Adults $6, Youth 4–17 $2.50,
3 years and under FREE
62 and up $3 daily, FREE in January
Discount Tuesdays:
Adults $3, Youth 17 and under FREE
Greenbelt Cultural Center
1215 Green Bay Road
North Chicago, Illinois 60064
847–968–3477
GreenbeltCulturalCenter.org
Gallery & Office Hours
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847–968–3100 Tee Times
847–968–3441 Golf Gift Cards
847–489–1931 Golf Outings
CountrysideGolfClub.org
27277 North Forest Preserve Road
Wauconda, Illinois 60084
847–381–0669
Prairie & Traditional Courses
20800 West Hawley Street
Mundelein, Illinois 60060
9 AM–5 PM, Tuesday–Saturday
11 AM–4 PM, Sundays
Restroom only, Mondays
Vehicle window stickers allow entry without stopping to verify residency. Fee is
$5, available at the Visitors Center.
28500 West Roberts Road
Port Barrington, Illinois 60010
LCFPD.org
AM–5 PM,
Tuesday–Friday
ThunderHawk Golf Club
39700 North Lewis Avenue
Beach Park, Illinois 60099
847–968–3100 847–968–3441 847–489–1931 847–968–3450 Tee Times
Golf Gift Cards
Golf Outings
Banquets
ThunderHawkGolfClub.org
Brae Loch Golf Club
33600 North US Highway 45
Grayslake, Illinois 60030
847–968–3100 847–968–3441 847–489–1931 847–247–1119 Tee Times
Golf Gift Cards
Golf Outings
Banquets
BraeLochGolfClub.org
LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES
lcfpd.org
forest preserve
Entrance/Parking
More than 30,100 acres
make up your Lake County
Forest Preserves.
FOREST PRESERVE
EASEMENTS
(L.C.Division of Transportation)
Dog Area
Friday, July 18, 2014
(L.C.Division of Transportation)
CASEY TRAIL
Planned section
general offices
operations facility
PRAIRIE CROSSING TRAIL
community garden
Red Wing
Slough State
Natural Area
GANDER
MOUNTAIN
Beach Grove Rd
RAVEN
GLEN
ETHEL'S
WOODS
SUN
LAKE
BLUEBIRD
MEADOW
OAK-HICKORY
Hunt Club Rd
Chain O'Lakes
State Park
PINE
DUNES
PRAIRIE
STREAM
SEQUOIT
CREEK
LAKE
MARIE
SPRING
BLUFF
VAN PATTEN
WOODS
DUTCH
GAP
THUNDERHAWK
GOLF CLUB
WADSWORTH
SAVANNA
Adeline Jay
Geo-Karis Illinois
Beach State Park
HASTINGS
LAKE
Gelden Rd
MCDONALD
WOODS
Cedar
Lake
State
Bog
SEDGE
MEADOW
Milburn Rd
WAUKEGAN
SAVANNA
DOG SLED
AREA
DUCK
FARM
BONNER
HERITAGE
FARM
Cedar Lake Rd
GRANT
WOODS
LYONS
WOODS
MILL
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BRAE LOCH
GOLF CLUB
NIPPERSINK
GREENBELT
CULTURAL CENTER
ALMOND
MARSH
MARL FLAT
KETTLE
GROVE
INDEPENDENCE
GROVE
SINGING
HILLS
Waukegan Rd
KESTREL
RIDGE
!
Fort Hill Trail
Planned (L.C. Division
of Transportation)
Middlefork Greenway
Planned section
Canoe Launch
Map current as of
Grand Illinois Trail
Planned (Illinois Dept. of
Natural Resources)
M cclory Trail /
North Shore Path
state land
(Illinois Dept. of Natural
Resources)
Most preserves are open
6:30 am –sunset, daily.
Millennium trail
Planned section
Des Plaines River
Trail
Planned section
GREENBELT
Lake
Michigan
VISITORS CENTER
BLACK
CROWN
Winchester Road
WILMOT
WOODS
RAY LAKE
ATKINSON
STORMWATER
FACILITY
Bonner Road
OLD SCHOOL
ORIOLE
GROVE
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GRAINGER
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CONSERVATION
PRESERVE
Rand Rd
MARINA
ADLAI E. STEVENSON
HISTORIC HOME
FORT
SHERIDAN
CAPTAIN
DANIEL
WRIGHT
WOODS
HALF DAY
GRASSY LAKE
PRAIRIE
WOLF
Half Day Rd
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EDWARD L.
RYERSON
CONSERVATION
AREA
DUFFY
STORMWATER
BERKELEY
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LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES
GENERAL OFFICES
1899 WEST WINCHESTER ROAD
LIBERTYVILLE ILLINOIS 60048
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farm heritage festival
It’s back-to-school time, and for many classes that means
it’s time for a field trip to a local forest preserve. Let one
of our educators lead or take your class or scout group on
your own journey. If you can’t come to us, our
experienced staff can bring environmental and cultural
education programs right to your classroom.
Celebrate Lake County’s rural roots
at the 22nd annual Farm Heritage
Festival at Lakewood Forest Preserve
(Wauconda). Tractor parades, sheep
herding, wagon rides, animals and
more! For details and a $1 off admission
coupon, visit LCFPD.org/farmheritage.
Financial assistance is available to schools with limited
resources. Grants can help cover program fees and
provide transportation reimbursement.
hike lake county
Browse our catalog of education programs, sign up to
receive email updates and find information about grants
and more at education.LCFPD.org.
Enjoy fall breezes and autumn colors while
exploring designated “Hike Lake County”
trails. Complete just seven of the hikes by
November 30 and earn a commemorative
shield: LCFPD.org/HLC.
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“This could be the path to the future...”
Bridge over the Des Plaines River on
the Des Plaines River Trail posted by
Jonathan Hartsaw via Flickr.
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