Register for maple syrup hike

Registration is open for maple syrup hikes offered through the Lake County Forest Preserve District. Hikes are offered on Saturdays and Sundays, March 7-22, at Ryerson Woods in Riverwoods.

Led by Lake County Forest Preserve District educators, the one-hour hikes run every half-hour from noon to 2 p.m. and are open to all ages.

Tickets are required and hikes fill up quickly. Cost is $6 per person.

Children ages 3 and under are free to attend.

Purchase tickets online at lcfpd.org or call (847) 968-3321.

Special sessions designed for Scouts or other large groups are also available. Ryerson Woods is on Riverwoods Road between Half Day Road (Route 22) and Deerfield Road.