Articles filed under Lake County Forest Preserve District
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Solar-lit trails to open next week at two Lake County forest preservesOct 25, 2023 1:00 am - Two solar-lit trails will open Nov. 5 at Lake County forest preserves. Small solar lights will guide hikers, skiers and snowshoers for evening exercise along the 1.3-mil...
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Why a dip in Lake Michigan at Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve or its new addition isn't allowedOct 25, 2023 1:00 am - An apparent military device likely from another era washed up at the Lakeshore Preserve at Fort Sheridan on Lake Michigan over the weekend and was destroyed without issu...
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Look out for different types of fungi during your fall hikesOct 20, 2023 6:00 am - Plants and animals. Flora and fauna. While these phrases are familiar, they don't contain another kingdom of organisms crucial to local habitats. These life-forms are ne...
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Balanced budget, modest spending increases recommended for Lake forest preserveOct 01, 2023 11:00 pm - The Lake County Forest Preserve District's proposed $66.8 million 2024 budget is balanced and features some increased spending for new and returning programs. That total...
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Why some oppose proposed new runway at Waukegan National AirportSep 26, 2023 1:00 am - Opponents of a proposed runway extension at Waukegan National Airport will host an information session Thursday in advance of the release of a draft environmental assess...
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Lake County Forest Preserves holding 'OAKtober' native tree and shrub saleSep 25, 2023 1:00 am - The Lake County Forest Preserves is holding its popular OAKtober Native Tree & Shrub Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 1, at Ryerson Conservation Area in Riverwood...
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'Doughnut hole' site in Green Oaks to become a memorial gardenSep 19, 2023 1:00 am - A long-vacant property at busy Route 137 and O'Plaine Road across from Green Oaks village hall will be transformed to honor veterans and residents past and present. The ...
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Openlands Lakeshore Preserve to reopen in time for Labor Day weekendAug 31, 2023 5:00 am - A mile of Lake Michigan shoreline fronting a scenic landscape with bluffs and ravines has been added to the Lake County Forest Preserves system and will be reopened to t...
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Tours, walks in Lake County Forest Preserves part of statewide celebration of natural areasAug 22, 2023 6:00 am - Tours, walks in Lake County Forest Preserves part of statewide celebration of natural areas
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Suburban Skyview: Boat slips provide easy Fox River accessAug 05, 2023 1:00 am - The Lake County Forest Preserve District offers plenty of recreational opportunities, especially during summer. Those who love boating on the Fox River can take advantag...