Horizons quarterly // winter 2019 by Lake County Forest Preserve District

HORI Z ON S LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES

PRESERVATION, RESTOR ATION , EDUCATION AN D RECRE ATION

QUARTERLY

winter 2019

VOLUME 29, ISSUE 1

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On the cover: Autumn’s spiderwebs and other remnants can be found in surprising places like this beauty frozen in time on a frosty pane of window. Many spiders lay eggs in the fall. Often, those eggs hatch and tiny spiderlings spend the winter inside the egg sac to keep warm. nearly

31,000 acres are

protected by the lake county forest preserves .

11 LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES BOARD of COMMISSIONERS PRESIDENT

A MESSAGE from

Angelo D. Kyle, Waukegan

ANGELO D. KYLE PRESIDENT LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES AKYLE@LAKECOUNTYIL.GOV

VICE PRESIDENT

Julie Simpson, Vernon Hills TREASURER

Paul Frank, Highland Park ASSISTANT TREASURER

In the record flooding we have experienced in Lake County in recent years, we see the local impact of changing climatic conditions. A changing climate impacts all aspects of the human and natural world: air quality, water quality, plant and animal diversity, food security, thriving businesses, and safe shelter. The protected and restored lands held by the Lake County Forest Preserves are our greatest shared natural asset in tempering some of these impacts. Our lands hold water to mitigate flooding, store carbon, filter surface water runoff to improve water quality, and even clean the air. Like many of you, I want to actively help, but it can be difficult to know how. One way to be part of the solution is to support your Forest Preserves; as a user, as a volunteer, as a donor, as an advocate. There are many ways to be a voice for nature. Simply visit a preserve, participate in a public program—and better yet—bring a friend who may not know about all the Forest Preserves has to offer. Find a volunteer workday and help to clear the invasive buckthorn that is choking out our beautiful Lake County woodlands. And, consider making a monetary gift to the Preservation Foundation of the Lake County Forest Preserves. The Preservation Foundation makes it possible for each individual to help, beyond the 2.2% of your property tax bill that goes to support basic day-today operations of the Forest Preserves. A gift to the Foundation allows you to have a direct positive impact on what I believe is the most pressing environmental issue of our time, right here in our home community. As winter draws in, the end of the year is a perfect time to consider making a gift. As preserve user, as volunteer, as advocate, or as donor—any way you see fitting the Forest Preserves into your life and the lives of those you love, helps more than you know.

Craig Taylor, Lake Zurich Dick Barr, Round Lake Beach Steve Carlson, Gurnee Jennifer Clark, Libertyville Mary Ross Cunningham, Waukegan Michael Danforth, Fox River Grove Adam R. Didech, Buffalo Grove Bill Durkin, Waukegan Sandy Hart, Lake Bluff Diane Hewitt, Waukegan Ann B. Maine, Lincolnshire Judy Martini, Fox Lake Brent Paxton, Zion Linda Pedersen, Antioch S. Michael Rummel, Lake Forest Jessica Vealitzek, Hawthorn Woods John Wasik, Grayslake Terry Wilke, Round Lake Beach EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ty Kovach

HORIZONS

VOLUME 29, ISSUE 1 Winter 2019 EDITOR

Susan Hawkins, Horizons@LCFPD.org DESIGN

Jeanna Cristino INSECT ILLUSTRATIONS

Allison Frederick CONTENT CONTRIBUTORS

Allison Frederick, Kim Mikus Croke, Jackie DeMasi, Rebekah Snyder, Brittany Abrams PHOTOGRAPHY

Joan Sayre (cover), Robert Visconti, Jeff Goldberg, John Weinstein, Bryan Hix, Vories Fisher, Emma England, Joyce Dever, John D. Kavc, David Joel, Mike Borkowski, Chip Williams, Phil Hauck, Rick Myslinski, Jeffrey Moore—Macaulay Library at the Cornell Lab SUBSCRIBE, UNSUBSCRIBE, UPDATE ADDRESS: 847–968–3335 | Horizons@LCFPD.org Photo and videos are periodically taken of people participating in Forest Preserve District programs and activities. All persons registering for Forest Preserve District programs/activities or using Forest Preserve property thereby agree that any photo or video taken by the Forest Preserve District may be used by the District for promotional purposes including its website, promotional videos, brochures, fliers and other publications without additional, prior notice or permission and without compensation to the participant.

Where do insects go in the

Winter? In the colder months, creatures that are commonplace during the Midwestern summer are often the furthest things from our minds. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always amazing when the weather has been cold for an extended period, then at the first sign of warmth, insects seem to magically reappear. Suddenly ecologists are walking through clouds of midges again. Where have these delicate critters been hiding? How did they survive the frigid air that makes us shiver inside a sweater when outdoors for longer than a few minutes?

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Where do insects go in the

Winter?

Perhaps it is easiest to break up the

In addition to those species

answer into large categories, starting

waiting out the cold weather

with overwintering as eggs. Some

inside a cozy egg, many other

insects lay eggs that survive the

insects successfully pass the

winter. The most prominent insects

winter as immature larvae.

in this category are praying mantids

The protective cover of heavy

(family Mantidae). In late summer or

leaf litter or similar shelter

early fall, a female mantid lays an egg

protects some larvae such

mass in a protective case, called an

as woolly bear caterpillars

“ootheca,” on a plant stalk or leaf.

(Pyrrharctia isabella), while

Many of those eggs will survive the winter, and 100–200 tiny praying mantids will hatch from the egg case the following spring. Look for these egg masses in open areas on twigs, gardening stakes and similar spots. For an even bigger challenge, try to find a female mantid laying her eggs

some other insects replace the water in their bodies with glycerol—a type of antifreeze. Some larvae, such as beetle “grubs” simply burrow deeper into the soil to escape the cold. The same is true for some local frogs and salamanders.

in late summer or fall—it’s an amazing

Other insects survive the winter as pupae, emerging as adults the following spring. Some moth species, such as cecropia moths (Hyalophora cecropia), spend the winter in a leaf-like pupal case, or cocoon, attached to a part of their larval food source. Alien-like at first glance, the

process to see.

delicate features of this gorgeous moth can be seen

Ootheca of Chinese mantis (Tenodera sinensis ) actual size: 2 cm

Most common mantid in Illinois, but not native.

Woolly bear caterpillar (Pyrrharctia isabella) Actual size: 6 cm

Dragonfly nymph (Phanogomphus graslinellus ) Actual size: 3 Cm Other insects successfully ride out winter as nymphs. Few insects are active in the winter. However, the nymphs of dragonflies, damselflies,

from the pupa—including the folded antennae and wings. More commonly, many moth caterpillars sense the change to cooler weather in the autumn and burrow into the soil where they will pupate, sometimes incorporating leaf litter into their cocoon for insulation.

mayflies and stoneflies live in the water of small streams and ponds— even beneath ice. They actively feed, growing all winter and emerging as adults in the spring or summer. Many larger dragonfly species survive multiple winters underwater, living two to seven years as aquatic nymphs before emerging from the depths for a (much shorter) winged adult stage.

Ootheca of Carolina mantis (Stagmomantis carolina) actual size: 1 cm Only mantid native to Illinois.

Cecropia moth (Hyalophora cecropia) cocoon (Above), pupa (below) Actual size: 10 cm

There are also insects that hibernate,

In all the world, no butterflies

passing through winter as adults.

migrate as far as the monarchs

Some beetles prepare for hibernation

of North America.

by storing up fat, like groundhogs and bats, while others burrow into the soil below the frostline. Some insects can eliminate water from their bodies, allowing them to endure freezing temperatures for weeks at a time. Tree holes, leaf litter, logs and rocks are common shelters for overwintering adult insects. Ladybird beetles, or “lady bugs,” hibernate in big colonies underneath loose tree bark, inside tree cavities, or within the walls of buildings. On warm winter days they may emerge to crawl around.

And they have fellow flyers. Some larger dragonfly species also migrate south in the fall. Green darners (Anax junius), for example, have been spotted in such massive groups that the swarms could be seen on Doppler radar like a pulsating storm cloud! No matter their current stage of life, uniformly cold winters with plenty of snowfall are easiest on insects. Blankets of snow benefit insects by insulating the ground and keeping the temperature constant. Next best are mild winters for insects in Lake

Many bees stay in their hives or

County. Winters that fluctuate

burrows during the winter, and form

between warm thawing days and

clusters when temperatures plummet.

cold spells can be disastrous to

Honeybees stay semi-active in hollow

many kinds of hibernating insects.

trees by generating body heat, which is made possible by the consumption of up to 30 pounds of stored honey created during the summer months. Oxidation of the honey produces heat energy, which is circulated throughout the hive by the worker bees as they vibrate their wing muscles. The mourning cloak butterfly (Nymphalis antiopa) survives winter without the advantage of hive-mates. These butterflies spend the winter

monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus ) Actual size: 9–10 cm Wingspan

Watching the temperatures fall from 50 degrees Fahrenheit to below 30 degrees in the Chicago area this time of year turns our thoughts to all those insects out there. We hope they have found snug homes in the preserves for the coming months.

Green darner dragonfly

(Anax junius ) Actual size: 8 cm wingspan

Mourning cloak butterfly (Nymphalis antiopa) Actual size: 6–10 cm wingspan

in hollow trees, emerging to fly about on unusually warm winter days. In Lake County, the mourning cloak butterfly is usually the first butterfly seen each spring, sometimes when snow is still on the ground. Just like the insect larvae mentioned earlier, mourning cloak butterflies spend the winter in “cryopreservation,” having reduced the water content of their bodies and built up glycerol, which acts as an antifreeze. Finally, a few insects escape the freezing temperatures by migrating to warmer areas. The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is Lake County’s best example of this strategy. Each fall, millions of monarch butterflies migrate up to 2,500 miles away to warmer weather in Mexico. LAK E COUNTY FOR E ST PRE S E RVES

HER IDA NR D

W YORKHOUSE RD

LYONS WOODS

NORTH AVE

Featured Preserve

BLANCHARD RD

LYONS WOODS FOREST PRESERVE 345 ACRES | WAUKEGAN

PRESERVE AREA

WOODED AREA WATER

PRESERVE TRAILS ROBERT MCCLORY BIKE PATH ENTRANCE

PARKING OVERLOOK

TRAIL ACCESS

ACTIVITIES & AMENITIES

THE NATURAL SCENE Prairies, savannas, woodlands and wetlands offer an impressive array of habitat for birds, wildlife and plants. In the prairie, you’ll find native plants such as prairie dropseed, big bluestem, goldenrod and smooth rose.

BIKING

Five state endangered species take refuge here—one is so rare its existence

HIKING

in the nation is threatened. Our ecologists and volunteers give special

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING

attention to these species, but also work hard to protect and restore the

PICNIC TABLES

preserve's many other habitats. We’ve planted more than 1,000 native trees

DRINKING WATER PUBLIC PARKING TOILETS

and shrubs here. We also use several techniques to keep non-native species at bay, including controlled burns and selective clearing.

“ The woods, sitting atop the bluff lands of Lake Michigan, contain large stands of white, bur and black oaks. The habitat diversity here is magnificent.” —JIM ANDERSON, DIRECTOR OF NATURAL RESOURCES

Lyons Woods is a birder’s paradise and part of the Lake Michigan flyway. Migrants that pass through during spring and fall migration are northern goshawk, townsend’s solitaire, and white-winged crossbill. It also has one of the highest diversities of breeding warblers of any natural area in Lake County. In winter, the evergreen grove by the parking lot often shelters several birds not normally seen GETTING HERE The entrance is on Blanchard Road, just

this far south, such as the long-eared

west of Sheridan Road and south of

owl. Once the site of a tree nursery, the

York House Road.

evergreens are not native to this area.

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HISTORY Lyons Woods is named after the Lyon family of Waukegan. Isaac Reed Lyon moved here from Massachusetts in 1843. He owned a grocery and dry goods store in Waukegan, and served as an alderman and township supervisor. Philip Blanchard was another notable landowner. Born in New York in 1804, he moved to the area when he was 33 and eventually became a Warren Township judge. During the Civil War, Blanchard is rumored to have assisted enslaved people in gaining their freedom via the Underground Railroad. In 1868, Blanchard donated a portion of his land for a schoolhouse, which stood at the corner of Sheridan and Blanchard Roads and operated until circa 1925. Other early landowners include Alson Smith Sherman, who was mayor of Chicago in 1844, and Asiel Blodgett, who was a captain in the Civil War and later mayor of Waukegan. In 1940, George Pavlik acquired land at the preserve's southeast corner and established the tree nursery that gave rise to the evergreen grove now seen near the parking lot.

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PRESERVENEWS What are the woods telling us? Have you ever stopped for a moment to listen? Our new podcast, Words of the Woods, can help. Season 1 debuted in October with five episodes featuring staff interviews on buckthorn eradication, the Lake County History Archives, our Wildlife Monitoring Program, local botany, and trail development and mapping. Hear from our staff how their diverse projects improve the preserves, and the quality of life for Lake County residents and visitors. Episodes are available on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and others. Search Words of the Woods in your app of choice, or go to anchor.fm/words-of-the-woods. LAKEWOOD FOREST PRESERVE MASTER PLAN More than 130 people attended an open house in September to view plans and give feedback about potential recreation and restoration improvements at the 2,835-acre preserve in Wauconda. Two concept plans explore a wide range of ideas and opportunities for public access improvements and natural resource restoration. View concept plans, public comments and the project timeline at LCFPD.org/projects.

STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE | Sustainability In order to continue to preserve and sustain Lake County's natural landscape, and extend community outreach and education, our Board of Commissioners recently approved a budget of $62,449,340 for calendar year 2020 (January 1â&#x20AC;&#x201C;December 31) expenditures. Only 2.2% of your Lake County property taxes go to support your forest preserves, including preservation, restoration and management of nearly 31,000 acres of land, 206 miles of trails and other resources. As one of the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top conservation agencies and the second-largest Forest Preserve District in Illinois, careful stewardship of every dollar is key to maintaining a balanced budget and strong financial management. We have sound reserves, long-term replacement funds, moderate debt, and a AAA bond

LCFPD.org/vision

rating, an achievement shared by very few forest preserves and park districts in the nation. Learn more at

LCFPD.org/budget.

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Tufted Titmouse (Baeolophus bicolor)

Give the Gift of Golf Golf gift cards are the perfect gift for the golfer on your list—good for green fees, golf carts, and pro shop items at any of our three courses.

NOW OPEN—ETHEL'S WOODS Experience the breathtaking beauty of this 501-acre forest preserve in Antioch. Entrance is on Miller Road, east of Route 45. Amenities include parking, a toilet, 1.4 miles of gravel trails, and four scenic overlooks. Future plans include a pedestrian tunnel under Route 45 to safely connect Ethel's Woods to neighboring Raven Glen (Antioch). What you’ll see from the new trail overlooks is a separate project that has been taking place behind the scenes for more than a decade. Transforming an impaired lake into a healthy, meandering stream took years of watershed planning and patience. North Mill Creek, which originally flowed through the property, was dammed about 60 years ago to create the 58-acre Rasmussen Lake. When the Lake County Forest Preserves acquired the land, the banks of Rasmussen were eroded with steep drop-offs. The basin was a mucky mess and Rasmussen ranked next to last in water quality among 162 lakes in Lake County. The dam was removed and the lake was slowly drained to allow a new stream channel and floodplain to be constructed, ultimately returning the landscape to a more natural state. A $1.5 million Clean Water Act grant from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency helped fund the restoration. To learn more and to view the preserve's interactive trail map, visit LCFPD.org/Ethels-Woods.

Purchase online at LCFPD.org/GiveGolf year-round, or in person at our General Offices (Libertyville), weekdays, 8 am–4:30 pm, from November 25, 2019, through March 29, 2020. Holiday Bonus: Receive a $10 bonus voucher for every $100 in gift cards purchased from November 28 through December 31.

SNOWMOBILE SAFETY EDUCATION COURSE OFFERED JAN 18, 2020 Completing eight hours of instruction and passing the written exam at the end of the class allows youth ages 12 and over to earn a state of Illinois Certificate of Competency so they can operate a snowmobile on their own. Minimum age for the safety course is 11; 12 for certification. To reserve a spot in this free course, call 847-968-3404, weekdays, 6:30 am–3 pm. In addition to teaching basic safety principles, the course, led by Forest Preserve Ranger Police, is designed to instill the proper attitude of respect for others and the environment. Development of this respect along with use of proper safety procedures are essential if snowmobiling is to continue be enjoyed as a recreational activity.

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TOGETHER, ACHIEVING MORE FOR OUR FOREST PRESERVES.

As the year comes to a close, consider being a voice for nature by making a tax-deductible donation to the Preservation Foundation. Or give a unique gift to a loved one: Adopt an acre of

a beloved preserve, a mile of trail, or a baby Blanding’s turtle in their honor. Every gift matters, and 100% of your donation supports work on the ground. Learn more about giving opportunities at LCFPD.org/donate or call 847-968-3110. HARVEST DINNER RAISES AWARENESS AND FUNDS FOR THE GREEN YOUTH FARM Guardian Society members ($1,000+ annual donors) and Preservation Society members (those who have made a gift in their will or estate plan) attended the Harvest Dinner—the Preservation Foundation’s first ticketed fundraising event. In September, 70 guests enjoyed a tour of the Green Youth Farm at Greenbelt Forest Preserve (North Chicago), dinner under a clear fall sky, and spending time with students and staff. The event raised awareness and funds for this youth development and job training program for teens from North Chicago and Waukegan, now in its 17th year. To learn more about the benefits of membership in the Guardian Society or the Preservation Society, contact Sarah Klein, major and planned gifts manager, at 847-968-3448 or sklein@LCFPD.org.

Education Loan Boxes Bring the Forest Preserves Into the Classroom Sometimes a small investment can have a major impact. For Lake County schools that can’t afford the time or resources for a field trip, educator loan boxes bring the forest preserves into the classroom. For just a $20 materials fee, teachers can check out an interactive science lesson, complete with group learning activities, educational tools and reference materials. Four themed boxes are available, all of which meet Illinois Learning Standards: mammals, insects, ecosystems and birds. The latter was made possible by a 2019 grant from the Margot Merrick Fund for Bird Education—a special fund of the Preservation Foundation established in memory of Margot Merrick, a longtime volunteer and lover of birds and birding.

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ANNUAL FUND SPOTLIGHT The Preservation Foundation Board approved an $11,500 grant to support the latest exhibition at the Dunn Museum (Libertyville). A Celebration of Souls: Day of the Dead in Southern Mexico, on exhibit through January 5, 2020, examines the rich and complex histories of honoring the dead in Mesoamerica. The grant allowed for the commission of Chicago artist Robert Valadez to create a custom mural for the gallery entrance, and supported outreach and engagement with Lake County’s Latinx community.

Summer Camps Nature, history and art. 2020 Welcome to Summer Camp. Summer camp in the forest preserves is time well-spent. Every day at camp is different from the last, offering a balanced learning experience. Explore some of the most beautiful natural areas in the region. Learn how Lake Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rich history influences the present. And create unique art with diverse techniques while discovering local artists. Turn the page to learn more.

Registration opens December 1, 2019, at LCFPD.org/camps and 847-968-3321. Early bird discounts apply through February 15, 2020.

Nature.

Habitat Adventures

Animal attire

Ages 6–7. Pricing A. Fur, feathers, fins, scales and skin—they all help animals survive. Campers will discover how well-adapted these animal coverings are for survival in the field, forest and wetland through hands-on exploration, games and crafts. June 15–19 July 6–10

Independence Grove

9 am–12 pm

Grant Woods

July 20–24

Independence Grove

August 3–7

Ryerson Woods and Wright Woods

Fishing camp 1

Ages 9–11. Pricing B. Explore the world fish inhabit, and learn the basic skills, techniques and lures needed to catch them. Each day includes a fishing session. All equipment is supplied. Please choose only one Fishing Camp 1 session per child. June 15–19 June 22–26 July 6–10 August 3–7 August 10–14

Independence Grove

9 am–12 pm

June 22–26 July 13–17 July 27–31 August 10–14

Independence Grove

9 am–12 pm

Camps with this icon are three-day camps.

9 am–3 pm

Ages 13–15. Pricing D. Over three days, campers will develop solo paddling skills and explore nature through on-water science activities. Conditions permitting, the final day is spent paddling the Des Plaines River. Alternate paddle location for the final day may be Hastings Lake in Lake Villa. Beginner level. June 30–July 2

Independence Grove

9 am–3 pm

Wetland Explorers

Ages 8–9. Pricing A. Campers will learn the importance of water to our world’s survival by becoming a wetland explorer for the week. We’ll wade through wetlands, finding plants and animals that call these habitats home.

July 6–10

Ages 12–14. Pricing C. Want to improve your fishing skills? Join us as we learn more about fish, bait, lures and techniques. Each day features a 1.5-hour fishing session. One day of boat fishing is included. Please choose only one Fishing Camp 2 session per child.

Independence Grove

Kayaking in nature

June 15–19

Fishing camp 2

July 13–17 July 20–24 July 27–31

Ages 10–12. Pricing E. Campers will explore and learn about forest, wetland, prairie and lake habitats through team building, kayaking, hiking, letterboxing, swimming and biking. Please choose only one Habitat Adventures session per child.

Independence Grove Grant Woods

July 20–24

Independence Grove

August 3–7

Ryerson Woods and Wright Woods

9 am–12 pm

History and Art.

Early Bird Discount

After February 15

Pricing A

$75 residents $105 nonresidents

$95 residents $133 nonresidents

Ages 7–8. Pricing A. Express your artistic side by creating your own works of art while discovering different artists from Lake County. We’ll paint, sculpt, draw and practice different artistic techniques, plus take a closer look at the artwork in the Dunn Museum collection.

Pricing B

$115 residents $161 nonresidents

$140 residents $196 nonresidents

Pricing C

$131 residents $183 nonresidents

$150 residents $210 nonresidents

Pricing D

$137 residents $192 nonresidents

$150 residents $210 nonresidents

June 15–19

Pricing E

$220 residents $308 nonresidents

$250 residents $350 nonresidents

Art Around Us

Dunn Museum

9 am–12 pm

Pint-Sized Farmers

Ages 6–7. Pricing A. Discover how food makes its way from the farm to the dinner table, and the importance of farms. Pint-sized farmers will plant, water, harvest and package homegrown food from Bonner Farm’s organic garden. They’ll also explore what it means to be a modern farmer. July 27–31

Bonner Farm

9 am–12 pm

Ages 8–9. Pricing A. Young paleontologists uncover the past from the Paleozoic Era to the Ice Age, discovering the diversity of plants and animals from tiny trilobites to mega mastodons. As junior geologists, campers will explore Lake County’s dynamic shift from a shallow sea to a mile-high glacier. Taking on the role of archaeologist, campers will dig into prehistoric cultures to learn what life was like for the first people in the county. Nippersink

9 am–12 pm

Time Travelers

Ages 9–11. Pricing A. Travel back in time and journey through more than 10,000 years of Lake County history by exploring the exhibit galleries at the Dunn Museum. Campers will travel from prehistoric times to the 1930s through activities, games, crafts and other adventures to learn about our past. August 3–7

Dunn Museum

All camp staff are certified in first aid, CPR, AED, and EpiPen® and asthma inhaler use. To ensure a quality experience for your camper, we set the staff-to-camper ratio and activities according to group size, ages and abilities.

Years of Fun with no overlap

Prehistoric Lake County

June 22–26

Summer Camp Staff and Ratios

9 am–12 pm

Our wide variety of topics allows your camper to attend camps from ages 4 through 15 without repeating a topic! Please register your camper in one camp session per topic only.

Financial assistance

Partial scholarships are available for those experiencing financial hardship. For details on the confidential application process, visit LCFPD.org/camps or call 847-968-3321.

Visit LCFPD.org/camps for details: • • • • • •

Cancellation and transfer fees Essential eligibility criteria How weather affects camp Photo policy Satisfaction guarantee Special accommodations

one more thing

As activities are geared to the cognitive, emotional and physical abilities of each camp’s age range, we do not make age exceptions.

Here’s what parents and guardians have to say. “Wonderful variety and quality of activities.” —Animal Attire parent

“These nature camps have helped foster a love of and curiosity for nature in my daughter.”

“The staff and volunteers did an amazing job keeping the kids interested, focused and learning new things while having fun. Great job.”

—Wonder About Water parent

—Fishing Camp parent

Register today: LCFPD.org/camps or 847-968-3321 Early bird discounts apply through February 15, 2020. We invite people with disabilities to enjoy our programs. For more information about our accessibility, inclusion and special program initiatives, contact our ADA coordinator at 847-968-3214 or mkann@LCFPD.org. This eco-friendly booklet was printed with soy-based inks on recycled paper that is processed chlorine-free (PCF) and certified by the Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC). Photography © LCFPD. 10/19 36.3M DW BP.

WINTER CALENDAR Registration required for all programs unless otherwise indicated. For detailed program descriptions, specific meeting locations, directions and registration, visit LCFPD.org or call 847-968-3321. For updates outside of normal business hours, call 847-968-3113.

DECEMBER 3 Playdate With Nature Move your kids outdoors for unstructured seasonal play.

Tuesday, 1–2:30 p m , Nippersink. Children of all ages. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

4 Small Discoveries: Winter Wonderland Bundle up, it’s a winter wonderland! Enjoy stories and crafts centered around snowflakes, snowmen and all things winter.

Wednesday, 10–11 a m , Dunn Museum. Children ages 2–5 with an adult. $6 adult/$3 child. Includes Museum admission.

5 Is it Winter Yet? Wildlife in Your Backyard Using live animals and biofacts, we’ll examine how animals prepare for winter. Songs, sign language, puppets, and stories will enhance the learning.

Thursday, 6–7 p m , Dunn Museum. All ages. FREE. Arrive early, seating is limited.

7 Walk With a Naturalist Enjoy a winter morning with a walk at Lake County’s largest forest preserve, as we stroll through a beautiful mixture of woods, wetlands and prairie.

Saturday, 9–10:30 a m , Lakewood— Shelter E parking lot. Adults. FREE. No registration required.

8 Hibernation and Migration Learn how animals adapt to winter through hands-on activities and a hike to search for animal homes. Sunday, 10 a m –12 p m , Van Patten Woods — Shelter A. Families with children ages 12 and under. $5 resident, $7 nonresident.

10 Hikin’ Tykes: Beaver Preschoolers and their adult caregivers will learn about North America’s largest rodent through hands-on activities and a nature-based story. They will even get the chance to see an active lodge.

Tuesday, 9:30–10:45 a m , Independence Grove —Visitors Center. Children ages 2–4, with an adult. $6 adult/$3 child.

11, 19 Lunchtime Tours: Winter in Lake County Examine the megafauna of the Ice Age, Potawatomi wigwams, ice harvesting on Diamond Lake, and more, to learn how Lake County has survived and thrived in the cold.

Wednesday, Thursday, 12–12:30 p m , Dunn Museum. Adults. $6 adult/$3 senior. Includes Museum admission.

12 Connecting Kids With Nature Unite kids with nature through outdoor exploration. Along the way, learn the benefits of nature play.

Thursday, 10:30–11:45 a m , Greenbelt Cultural Center. Children of all ages. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

12 Object Talks: The American Mastodon Take a closer look at a fossilized mastodon leg bone and tooth to learn more about this massive Ice Age mammal. Hear the fascinating story of how the objects were found in Lake County. Thursday, 2–2:30 p m , Dunn Museum. Adults. $6 adult/$3 senior. Includes Museum admission.

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Registration required for all programs unless otherwise indicated. For detailed program descriptions, specific meeting locations, directions and registration, visit LCFPD.org or call 847-968-3321. For updates outside of normal business hours, call 847-968-3113.

Black-capped Chickadee (Poecile atricapillus)

DECEMBER (continued) 12 Moonlit Meander There’s something magical about a winter walk in the moonlight. Experience the sounds, smells and shadowy sights of this beautiful preserve.

Thursday, 6–7:30 p m , Greenbelt— Dugdale Road entrance trailhead. Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $5 resident, $7 nonresident.

13 Astronomy Program Learn about outer space, the sky and the universe. Stargazing after the meeting, weather permitting. In conjunction with Skokie Valley Astronomers.

Friday, 8–10 p m , Ryerson Woods —Welcome Center. Adults, families with children ages 12 and up. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

14 Scout Saturday: Earth Rocks Join us and work toward earning your Earth Rocks badge. This program covers requirements 1–6. Badges not provided.

Saturday, 2–3 p m , Ryerson Woods —Welcome Center. Webelos. $6 resident, $8 nonresident.

14 Scout Saturday: Night Owl Come out for nighttime fun and fulfill requirements 1–4 of the Night Owl badge. Badges not provided.

Saturday, 6–7 pm, Ryerson Woods —Welcome Center. Cadettes. $6 resident, $8 nonresident.

15 The Science Behind Snowflakes Drop in to learn more about how these amazingly unique snow crystals are formed. Sunday, 1–3 p m , Ryerson Woods —Welcome Center. Families with children ages 12 and under. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

19 Preserving Lake County History Step back in time to meet the individuals whose efforts preserved Lake County’s historical and natural heritage in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Thursday, 6–7 p m , Dunn Museum. Adults. FREE. No registration required.

21 Sunrise Stroll: Fort Sheridan Greet the day with a peaceful walk while watching the sun rise over Lake Michigan.

Saturday, 7–8:30 a m , Fort Sheridan — Gilgare Lane parking lot. Adults. FREE. No registration required.

21 Solstice Glow Walk The amount of daylight starts increasing today! Let’s celebrate by taking a late afternoon hike. We will provide the glow and the trail to explore. Saturday, 4:30 p m , Ryerson Woods —Welcome Center. All ages. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

23 Owls of Lake County Discover the unique adaptations shared by owls of Lake County through hands-on activities and a guided walk.

Monday, 10–11 a m , Ryerson Woods — Welcome Center. Families with children ages 10 and under. Adult supervision required. $2 resident, $3 nonresident. No registration required.

26 Nature Story Time: The Mitten Join us for an enchanting story of animals and a magical mitten. After the story, we’ll hike the trail to search for woodland animals.

Thursday, 10–11 a m , Ryerson Woods —Welcome Center. Families with children ages 8 and under. Adult supervision required. $2 resident, $3 nonresident. No registration required.

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DECEMBER (continued) 31 New Year’s Celebration Through crafts and activities, learn how people around the world celebrate the start of the new year. Tuesday, 10:30–11:30 a m , Dunn Museum. Families with children ages 12 and under. Included with Museum admission. No registration required.

JANUARY 2 Museum Family Crafts Spend your winter break creating winter-themed crafts.

Thursday, 10 a m –12 p m , Dunn Museum. Families with children ages 12 and under. Included with Museum admission. No registration required.

2 Ice Age Encounters Investigate the Ice Age through hands-on demonstrations, looking at fossil casts, and comparing and contrasting to animals today. Thursday, 6–7 p m , Dunn Museum. Families. FREE. No registration required.

3 Museum Curiosity Stations Wander through the exhibition galleries to experience a variety of hands-on activities.

Friday, 10 a m –12 p m , Dunn Museum. Families with children ages 12 and under. Included with Museum admission. No registration required.

4 Walk With a Naturalist Get out of the house and enjoy a walk in Grant Woods with its gently rolling landscape.

Saturday, 9–10:30 am, Grant Woods — Shelter A, Monaville Road entrance parking lot. Adults. FREE. No registration required.

8 Lunchtime Tours: The First People of Lake County Spend time learning about the Native people of Lake County in our gallery and wigwam exhibit.

Wednesday, 12–12:30 p m , Dunn Museum. Adults. $6 adult/$3 senior. Includes Museum admission.

9 Reset Your Winter Clock Walk Start the New Year with a peaceful morning hike. Learn how we, along with the natural world, are attuned to the changing amount of daylight during the winter months.

Thursday, 8–9 am, Pine Dunes. Adults. FREE. No registration required.

9 Connecting Kids With Nature Unite kids with nature through outdoor exploration. Along the way, learn the benefits of nature play.

Thursday, 10:30–11:45 a m , Greenbelt Cultural Center. Children of all ages. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

10 Howl at the Moon Stroll Enjoy the full moon over Lake Michigan as we stroll in the moonlight. We’ll learn about animals and their relationship with the moon as we meander. Friday, 6–7 p m , Fort Sheridan—Gilgare Lane parking lot. All ages. FREE. No registration required.

10 Astronomy Program Learn about outer space, the sky and the universe. Stargazing after the meeting, weather permitting. In conjunction with Skokie Valley Astronomers.

Friday, 8–10 p m , Ryerson Woods —Welcome Center. Adults, families with children ages 12 and up. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

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JANUARY (continued) 15 Senior Series: Waukegan’s Blodgett Brothers Hear the stories of one of Waukegan’s early families, the Blodgetts, including their involvement in antislavery societies, the Civil War, and Abraham Lincoln’s visit to Waukegan.

Wednesday, 2–3 pm, Dunn Museum. Seniors. Included with Museum admission.

16 Mobile Apps for the Nature Lover Learn about nature-related phone apps and how they can help enrich your outside adventures. Thursday, 6–7 p m , Dunn Museum. Adults. FREE. No registration required. Arrive early, seating is limited.

18 Sunrise Stroll: Hastings Lake Explore this preserve in the serene stillness of an early winter morning.

Saturday, 7–8:30 am, Hastings Lake — Playground parking lot. Adults. FREE. No registration required.

20 Animals in Winter Discover the winter survival strategies of local animals through hands-on discovery and a guided walk in the winter woods.

Friday, 10–11 am, Ryerson Woods—Welcome Center. Families with children ages 8 and under. Adult supervision required. $2 resident, $3 nonresident. No registration required.

20 Museum Curiosity Stations Wander through the exhibition galleries to experience a variety of hands-on activities.

Monday, 10 a m –12 p m , Dunn Museum. Families with children ages 12 and under. Included with Museum admission. No registration required.

20 Playdate With Nature: School Day Off Move your kids outdoors for unstructured seasonal play activities, proven healthful and beneficial.

Monday, 1–2:30 p m , Greenbelt Cultural Center. Children of all ages. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

21 Hikin’ Tykes: Snow Learn about snow, and how winter impacts animals and plants. A nature-based story, craft and outdoor exploration round out this hands-on experience.

Tuesday, 9:30–10:45 a m , Greenbelt Cultural Center — Education Wing. Children ages 2–4, with an adult. $6 adult/$3 child.

22 Lunchtime Tours: The First People of Lake County Spend time learning about the Native people of Lake County in our gallery and wigwam exhibit.

Wednesday, 12–12:30 p m , Dunn Museum. Adults. $6 adult/$3 senior. Includes Museum admission.

23 Votes For Women Celebration Mundelein’s Kirk Players present an evening of performances honoring the 100th Anniversary of the ratification of the 19th amendment, guaranteeing and protecting women’s constitutional right to vote. Enjoy a professional storyteller, historical speeches and a presentation of a one-act play, A Woman’s Influence, by Gertrude Jennings.

Thursday, 6:30–7:30 p m , Dunn Museum. Ages 8 and up. Included with Museum admission. Registration recommended; walk-ins welcome.

24 Special Exhibition Opening: Reima V. Ratti Join us for the opening of our newest exhibition featuring a Lake County artist, Reima V. Ratti: Life and Art in the Great Depression. Hear about his life, learn about Lake County during the Great Depression, and explore Ratti’s works of art with gallery talks. Friday, 5:30–7:30 p m , Dunn Museum. Adults. Included with Museum admission.

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JANUARY (continued) 26 Wildflowers in Winter Ever wonder what those scraggly looking “weeds” are in the snowy fields? Now’s your chance to find out! Join us to identify a few of those plants and their adaptations.

Sunday, 10:30 a m –12 p m , Old School—Trails parking lot. Adults. $5 resident, $7 nonresident.

FEBRUARY 1 Walk With a Naturalist Come enjoy winter and learn about the amazing restoration work that has been done at this preserve.

Saturday, 9–10:30 am, Greenbelt Cultural Center. Adults. FREE. No registration required.

1 Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home Public Tours Celebrate Adlai E. Stevenson II Day in Illinois! Learn about this Illinois governor and ambassador to the United Nations. Tour his home, a National Historic Landmark, at your own pace.

Saturday, 12:30–4:30 pm, Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home. Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $5 resident, $7 nonresident. Walk-ins welcome.

2 Groundhog or Woodchuck? Drop In Celebrate the unique tradition of Groundhog Day by dropping in anytime during open hours to learn about Lake County’s largest squirrel and one of the few true mammal hibernators.

Sunday, 11 am–4 pm, Ryerson Woods —Welcome Center. All ages. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

5, 26 Lunchtime Tours: African American Historymakers Learn about African American historymakers from Lake County, such as Amos Bennett, the first African American settler, the Golden Thirteen Navy divers, and James Brister, the first African American dentist in Lake County. Wednesdays, 12–12:30 p m , Dunn Museum. Adults. $6 adult/$3 senior. Includes Museum admission.

6 Playdate With Nature Move your kids outdoors for unstructured seasonal play activities, proven healthful and beneficial.

Thursday, 1–2:30 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center. Children of all ages. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

6 Backyard Birds Learn about the birds you are likely to see this winter and discover ways to entice them to visit your backyard. You’ll even make your own pine cone bird feeder to take home.

Thursday, 5:30–7 p m , Dunn Museum. Families with children ages 12 and under. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

9 37th Annual Profiles in Excellence Join us for an inspiring afternoon of presentations and performances in honor of Black History Month. Sunday, 2–4 p m , Greenbelt Cultural Center. All ages. FREE. No registration required.

12 Object Talks: Lincoln’s Lantern Join us on Lincoln’s birthday to learn about an object in our collection once owned by Lincoln. Hear about his connections to Lake County, and discover Lake County’s role in the Civil War.

Wednesday, 11–11:30 am, Dunn Museum. Adults. $6 adult/$3 senior. Includes Museum admission.

13 Connecting Kids With Nature Unite kids with nature through outdoor exploration. Along the way, learn the benefits of nature play.

Thursday, 10:30–11:45 a m , Greenbelt Cultural Center. Children of all ages. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

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FEBRUARY (continued) 14 Astronomy Program Learn about outer space, the sky and the universe. Stargazing after the meeting, weather permitting. In conjunction with Skokie Valley Astronomers.

Friday, 8–10 p m , Ryerson Woods —Welcome Center. Adults, families with children ages 12 and up. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

17 Museum Family Crafts Spend your Presidents Day with us creating themed crafts.

Monday, 10 a m –12 p m , Dunn Museum. Families with children ages 12 and under. Adult supervision required. Included with Museum admission. No registration required.

17 Lunchtime Tours: Reima V. Ratti Tour the special exhibition Reima V. Ratti: Life and Art in the Great Depression to learn about the artist, his work and his roots in Lake County.

Monday, 12–12:30 p m , Dunn Museum. Adults. $6 adult/$3 senior. Includes Museum admission.

18 Hikin’ Tykes: Cardinals Cardinals are a welcoming splash of color in a winter scene. Learn what makes this bird so special through a nature-based story and craft. Tuesday, 9:30–10:45 am , Ryerson Woods—Welcome Center. Children ages 2–4, with an adult. $6 adult/$3 child.

19 Look, Learn, Create: Reima V. Ratti View and discuss the work of Lake County artist, Reima V. Ratti, and create works of art inspired by his drawings and paintings.

Wednesday, 10:30–11:30 am, Dunn Museum. Children ages 4–12 with an adult. $6 adult/$3 child. Includes Museum admission.

20 Native Drum Circle and Storytelling Join us for a presentation of traditional Native Woodland singing and storytelling by the Seven Springs All Nations Drum.

Thursday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Dunn Museum. All ages. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

22 Sunrise Stroll: Nippersink Join us for a late winter walk as we explore the preserve in search of the first signs of spring.

Saturday, 7–8:30 a m , Nippersink— first parking lot on left. Adults. FREE. No registration required.

23 Winter Discovery Walk Winter unveils a world of animal and plant treasures that are hidden other times of the year. Join us to make your own winter discoveries on this guided walk. After exploring, warm up inside with a cup of hot cocoa. Sunday, 2–3 p m , Ryerson Woods—Welcome Center. Families with children ages 12 and under. Adult supervision required. $2 resident/$3 nonresident.

MARCH 7–8, 14–15, 21–22 Maple Syrup Hikes Learn how trees work and about the sweet sap of sugar maples. Ryerson Woods is one of the few places in Lake County where conditions are right for maple syrup production. Everyone gets a taste. Program also available as a school or scout field trip, call 847-968-3321 for details.

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Hikes run every half-hour from 12–2 pm. Ryerson Woods. All ages. $6. Children 3 and under, FREE. Registration required. Registration begins in February:

LCFPD.org/calendar

SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS

Through January 5, 2020 A Celebration of Souls: Day of the Dead in Southern Mexico Each year, families in villages across Mexico gather to welcome home the visiting spirits of departed relatives on the Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead). Explore the complex and rich histories of honoring the dead in ancient Mesoamerica, the labor of love involved in these diverse rituals, and the spiritual importance of this holiday through photographs taken in and around Oaxaca, Mexico. This exhibition was developed by the Field Museum in collaboration with Mars, Incorporated.

January 25–April 12, 2020 Reima V. Ratti: Life and Art in the Great Depression Artist Reima V. Ratti (1914-1945) was born in Waukegan to Finnish immigrants and came of age during the Great Depression when he labored as a rock crusher with the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). The back-breaking work became an inspiration for his art, and led to his acceptance as an official artist of the CCC Art Program. Ratti’s love of art guided his life as he documented the world around him in sketches and paintings of landscapes and his community, until his untimely death at the age of 31.

$1 OFF Museum admission!

MUSEUM STORE SUNDAY & DECEMBER GIFT SHOP SALE Starting on Museum Store Sunday, December 1, the Gift Shop will offer 25% off all merchandise and 70% off select items through the month of December. Excludes consignment products. Browse a selection of jewelry, toys, books, posters, apparel, and other merchandise inspired by the history and culture of Lake County. Visit LCFPD.org/Museum for hours.

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SPECIAL FACILITIES Directory

GENERAL OFFICES

OPERATIONS AND PUBLIC SAFETY

1899 West Winchester Road Libertyville, Illinois 60048

19808 West Grand Avenue Lake Villa, Illinois 60046

847-367-6640 tel 847-367-6649 fax 847-968-3155 TDD

847-968-3411 tel (Operations) 847-968-3404 tel (Public Safety) 847-968-3116 fax

8 am –4:30 pm , Monday–Friday

6:30 am –3

OUTDOOR RECREATION

EDUCATION

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LCFPD.org 911 emergency 847-549-5200 nonemergency public safety issues

Monday–Friday

GOLF

FOX RIVER MARINA

RYERSON CONSERVATION AREA

THUNDERHAWK GOLF CLUB

28500 West Roberts Road Port Barrington, Illinois 60010

21950 North Riverwoods Road Riverwoods, Illinois 60015

A Robert Trent Jones Jr. championship golf course

847-381-0669

847-968-3320

FoxRiverMarina.org

LCFPD.org/Ryerson

39700 North Lewis Avenue Beach Park, Illinois 60099

Boat Launch and Marina Hours

Welcome Center Hours

For hours and fees, visit our website.

9 am–5 pm, Tuesday–Saturday 11 am–4 pm, Sundays Restroom only, Mondays

INDEPENDENCE GROVE

847-968-3100 847-968-3441 847-489-1931 847-968-3450

Tee Times Golf Gift Cards Golf Outings Banquets

ThunderHawkGolfClub.org

16400 West Buckley Road Libertyville, Illinois 60048

GREENBELT CULTURAL CENTER

BRAE LOCH GOLF CLUB

847-968-3499 Main 847-247-1111 Banquets, Meetings

1215 Green Bay Road North Chicago, Illinois 60064

33600 North U.S. Highway 45 Grayslake, Illinois 60030

847-968-3477

9 am–4:30 pm, unless otherwise posted

Office Hours

847-968-3100 847-968-3441 847-489-1931 847-247-1119

For beach, marina and café seasonal hours and fees, visit our website.

By appointment only

BraeLochGolfClub.org

BESS BOWER DUNN MUSEUM

COUNTRYSIDE GOLF CLUB

Parking Fee Effective Jan 1, 2020

1899 West Winchester Road Libertyville, Illinois 60048

IndependenceGrove.org

GreenbeltCulturalCenter.org Visitors Center Hours

Lake County residents FREE

847-968-3400 Main

Nonresidents $6 per car Monday–Thursday $12 per car Friday–Sunday and holidays

DunnMuseum.org

Vehicle window stickers allow entry without having to verify Lake County residency. Fee is $5, available at the Visitors Center.

Prairie and Traditional Courses 20800 West Hawley Street Mundelein, Illinois 60060 847-968-3100 Tee Times 847-968-3441 Golf Gift Cards 847-489-1931 Golf Outings

Gallery and Gift Shop Hours

CountrysideGolfClub.org

10 am–5 pm, Tuesday–Saturday 12–5 pm, Sundays Closed, Mondays Effective Jan 1, 2020 $6 adults/$10 nonresidents $3 seniors, youth/$6 nonresidents Free, children ages 3 and under Discount Tuesdays $3 adults/$5 nonresidents $1.50 seniors, youth/$3 nonresidents Open until 8 pm on the first and third Thursdays of every month with free admission after 5 pm.

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Tee Times Golf Gift Cards Golf Outings Banquets

Free admission sponsored by: ®

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LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES

Nearly 31,000 acres make up your Lake County Forest Preserves.

FOREST PRESERVE Entrance/Parking

GENERAL OFFICES AND DUNN MUSEUM

FOREST PRESERVE EASEMENTS

OPERATIONS AND PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY

COMMUNITY GARDEN

STATE LAND

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MIDDLEFORK TRAIL AND GREENWAY Planned Section

DES PLAINES RIVER TRAIL

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DOG PARK

Most preserves are open 6:30 a m –sunset, daily. If a preserve gate is open before 6:30 a m , the preserve is considered open for use.

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LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES GENERAL OFFICES 1899 WEST WINCHESTER ROAD LIBERTYVILLE ILLINOIS 60048

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HORI Z ON S SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES HOTLINE: 847–968–3335 email : Horizons@LCFPD.org

THIS PUBLICATION IS PRODUCED USING 100% RECYCLED PAPER, ALLOWING US TO SAVE 97 MATURE TREES, 7,240 GALS WATER, 13,897 LBS GREENHOUSE GASES

Keep the mistletoe. Let the tree go.

Give Nature a Hand

Donate your holiday tree to us and we’ll recycle it into woodchips for trails and landscaping at forest preserves in Lake County.

See LCFPD.org for details and locations.

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2020 ANNUAL PERMITS Annual permits for dog parks,

Grab some work gloves and head outdoors for a behind-the-scenes look at your forest preserves as you help our ecologists restore Lake County's natural lands. No experience necessary. Workdays are held year-round at dozens of preserves around the county. Remove invasive buckthorn, sow seeds, clear brush, and have fun doing it. Get involved: LCFPD.org/workdays.

horse trails and more go on sale at 8 am on Monday, December 2. Purchase permits by phone weekdays from 8

am–4:30 pm

847-367-6640, or online at

LCFPD.org/permits.

◄ FLICKR PICK A pair of sandhill cranes (Antigone canadensis) spotted at Lakewood Forest Preserve (Wauconda). Photo by Jeff Goldberg via Flickr.

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