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Tours, walks in Lake County Forest Preserves part of statewide celebration of natural areas

By Kim Mikus
Aug 22, 2023 6:00 AM - The Lake County Forest Preserves is taking part in a statewide celebration marking the 60th anniversary of an agency dedicated to preserving Illinois' highest-quality natural areas.
Why Independence Grove Forest Preserve is a recreation destination

By Kim Mikus
Jul 14, 2023 6:00 AM - Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville, centered around a 129-acre shimmering lake, offers recreational and natural beauty throughout the year.
Dunn Museum in Libertyville opens new racing-themed exhibit

By Kim Mikus
Jul 4, 2023 6:00 AM - A competitive nature is not necessary to visit the racing-themed exhibition at the Bess Bower Dunn Museum in Libertyville. "Ready, Set, Go! Lake County's Racing History" runs through Sept. 10 at the nationally accredited museum.
How native animals survive the colder months

By April Vaos
Jan 20, 2023 6:00 AM - In your forest preserves, winter is peaceful, the sounds softened by snowfall and an apparent drop in animal activity. When Environmental Educator April Vaos leads winter walks, participants commonly ask, "Where are all the animals?" The answer depends on the species.
A historical landmark: 12 facts about Adlai Stevenson's home in Mettawa

By Kim Mikus
Nov 18, 2022 6:00 AM - Known as "the man from Libertyville," Adlai E. Stevenson II (1900-65) was an influential political figure in the United States and abroad. Today, Stevenson's home, tucked between St. Mary's Road and the Des Plaines River in Mettawa, is a designated Illinois Historical Site and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Feathered flyways: When, what birds to look for during fall migration

By Brett Peto
Sep 29, 2022 6:00 AM - September brings the highest bird numbers and diversity, but October can offer "stupendous" raptor viewing opportunities.
Lake County Forest Preserves' restoration projects aim to bring back native plants, prairies

By Kim Mikus
Aug 19, 2022 6:00 AM - Habitat restoration is a series of land management activities that improve the health, productivity and array of species on a particular site, ecologists at the Lake County Forest Preserves say. Sometimes that process involves removing nonnative and invasive trees and other species.
Newest Preservation Foundation board members aim to keep Lake County forest preserves thriving

By Kim Mikus
May 20, 2022 6:00 AM - Chuck Bartels and Chris Heier share a passion for nature, and both spent a great deal of time fishing while growing up. Bartels enjoyed Red Lake in Ontario, while Heier spent his summers in Door County. The men remain drawn to the outdoors, which recently led them to become the two newest board members of the Preservation Foundation, the charitable partner of the Lake County Forest Preserves.
How Lake County forest preserves supported visitors during the pandemic

Apr 14, 2022 8:15 AM - Just over two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the forest preserves feel more important than ever. While so much was closed, the preserves and trails remained open -- every day from 6:30 a.m. to sunset -- providing refuge, peace and solace.
How Lake County forest preserves supported visitors during the pandemic

By Kim Mikus
Mar 25, 2022 6:00 AM - Just over two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the forest preserves feel more important than ever. While so much was closed, the preserves and trails remained open -- every day from 6:30 a.m. to sunset -- providing refuge, peace and solace.

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