Articles filed under Lake County Forest Preserve District
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Like history? Here's a deal for you. Historic log cabins available — if you can move themMar 10, 2022 12:00 am - Two old log cabins built as rustic weekend getaways for business and civic leaders along the Des Plaines River in southern Lake County can be yours for next to nothing. ...
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Sweet tradition: Learn the secrets of turning sap to syrup at various maple sugaring festsMar 04, 2022 5:00 am - The maple sap is flowing, which is a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Learn how maple syrup is made, and maybe even try your hand at tapping a tree, at o...
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It takes a great team to keep Lake County Forest Preserves clean, safe for visitorsMar 03, 2022 5:00 am - It takes a great team to keep Lake County Forest Preserves clean, safe for visitors
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How native animals survive the colder monthsMar 02, 2022 12:00 am -
How native animals survive the colder months
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Virtual program Thursday on restored landscape of Lake CountyFeb 15, 2022 12:00 am - The restored landscape of Lake County is the topic of a virtual program from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 17. Educators will discuss how the Lake County Forest Preserves m...
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Maple syrup hikes begin in March at Ryerson Conservation AreaFeb 14, 2022 12:00 am - In-person, public maple syrup hikes are being offered Saturdays and Sundays, March 5-20, at Ryerson Conservation Area in Riverwoods. Led by Lake County Forest Preserves...
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Suburban Skyview: American mastodon replica stands tall at Lakewood Forest PreserveFeb 05, 2022 12:00 am - It's been more than 10,000 years since an American mastodon walked the land in Lake County. Mastodons grew to 10 feet tall at the shoulders and fossils have been found ...
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Candidate field growing for Lake County Board racesFeb 03, 2022 12:00 am - This story has been updated to reflect that Thomas Maillard of Waukegan is also an announced candidate in the Democratic primary for the 62nd District state represen...
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Forest preserve inks two labor pactsJan 17, 2022 12:00 am - The Lake County Forest Preserve District has approved agreements with two labor groups. A three-year pact with the Construction and Laborers' Local 152, effective Dec. 1...
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Those brittle branches are a fire hazard, so here are some Christmas tree disposal tipsDec 28, 2021 4:30 am - It's that time of year that raises a nagging question: When should you take down your Christmas tree? If it's real, don't wait until the traditional tannenbaum looks as ...