Plenty to do if you stay close to home

When planning your leisure trips this summer consider all that you have to choose from in Lake County. The forest preserve has more than 120 miles of trails in a variety of natural areas in over 50 beautiful locations. Hike, fish, horseback ride, bicycle or golf in a forest preserve close to home.

In addition to outdoor fun, contact the Lake County Convention and Visitor's Bureau at 1-800-LAKE-NOW or visit them online for a free visitor's guide, lists of special events, coupons and package deals available for your use. The number of natural spaces and fun places to visit may pleasantly surprise you. The visitors bureau also has an award-winning planning guide for family reunions that is well worth checking-out.

There is plenty to do this summer in our own backyard whether for a day, a weekend or a "staycation." Enjoy Lake County this summer!

Michael S. Talbett

Lake County Board Vice-Chairman

District 19 Representative

Lake Zurich