HORI Z ON S LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES
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A MESSAGE from
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ANN B. MAINE PRESIDENT LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES
PRESIDENT
Ann B. Maine, Lincolnshire VICE PRESIDENT
Linda Pedersen, Antioch
Summer has arrived. Many people equate this time of year with vacations, frequently to faraway places. We are fortunate that there is so much summer fun right here in Lake County. A vacation’s worth of things to do are waiting for you, with beaches, natural areas, miles of trails, kids programs, museums, farmers markets and local festivals— all with the added advantage of sleeping in your own bed. As discussed in this issue of Horizons, studies show that spending time outdoors supports a healthy mind and body. Our preserves are open every day of the year from 6:30 AM to sunset. As the days grow longer, take this chance to dunk a fishing pole in the stream you drive by every day, bring your binoculars and a picnic to a new preserve a friend mentioned or ride along a new trail. The reason for the many affordable, close-to-home getaways in Lake County is no accident. The Lake County Forest Preserves are here because years ago people decided to protect them. To continue that legacy, Lake County Forest Preserve Commissioners, staff, volunteers and partner organizations spent the last year working corroboratively to create a “100-Year Vision” for the County and a 25-year implementation plan. The Vision, passed by the Board of Commissioners earlier this year, emphasizes a healthy and resilient landscape with residents who are active in the preserves and enjoy all that their Lake County Forest Preserves have to offer. It also established the need for economic sustainability and fiscal responsibility. You can read it in its entirety at LCFPD.org/Vision. Our focus this year has been creating a 25-year implementation plan that translates the broad Vision into a real plan with specific goals, strategies, and activities. The final touches are being added now and we will explore the plan in more detail in the fall issue of Horizons. We encourage you to watch as we use the plan as a guide for future projects and programs. It means our vision for the incredible place we live will continue, and for years to come summer will be a time when you can experience the magic of a blooming prairie, enjoy an early morning walk in the cool shade of oak woodlands, or relax with an evening stroll among flashing fireflies and a chorus of cicadas.
TREASURER
S. Michael Rummel, Lake Forest ASSISTANT TREASURER
Audrey H. Nixon, North Chicago Carol Calabresa, Libertyville Pat Carey, Grayslake Steve Carlson, Gurnee Bonnie Thomson Carter, Ingleside Mary Ross Cunningham, Waukegan Bill Durkin, Waukegan Sandra Hart, Lake Bluff Diane Hewitt, Waukegan Aaron Lawlor, Vernon Hills Steven W. Mandel, Highland Park Diana O’Kelly, Mundelein Brent Paxton, Zion Nick Sauer, Lake Barrington David B. Stolman, Buffalo Grove Craig Taylor, Lake Zurich Tom Weber, Lake Villa Terry Wilke, Round Lake Beach EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Ty Kovach
HORIZONS VOLUME 23, ISSUE 3
Summer 2014
EDITOR
Kara Martin kmartin@LCFPD.org PHOTOGRAPHY
Steven Diver, Gary Irwin, Kim Karpeles, Paul Klonowski, Jim & Joan Sayre, Chip Williams SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES HOTLINE: 847–968–3335
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.
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REDUCE STRESS BY VISITING A GREEN ENVIRONMENT.
INCREASE HEALTH BY TAKING EXERCISE INTO NATURE.
HELP DEVELOP CHILDREN’S RESILIENCE AND CREATIVITY.
“Nature’s peace will flow into you as sunshine flows through trees.” –John Muir
this could be you Although many children today spend more time with video games and the internet than with trees and grass, they could benefit from time outdoors in natural settings.
“At least once a week, I take my kids to a nearby preserve to see what’s new. The kids just love to explore everything. My son likes science, and when we’re out in nature, he is curious about everything. My daughter loves to identify and draw wildflowers. These times are very special for us, and I think they will be among their best childhood memories.”
Studies show that children who live in greener environments are better able to delay gratification, inhibit impulses, and pay attention. A study of rural children found that exposure to nature helps boost their resilience in dealing with life stresses. Unstructured play in natural settings also helps kids develop creativity, as well as motor skills.
Riverwoods
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“I’m 71 years old and every morning I take a walk in the woods. Since doing so, my blood pressure is lower and my diabetes is easier to control. I used to exercise indoors, but now I love watching the seasons change. It’s a great way to feel alive and connected.”
RYERSON WOODS
“I have a high-pressure job in the city. Between work and my commute, at the end of the day my mind is so tangled that I need to relax. I would be so tense after work, but lately, I’ve been stopping at a preserve before I get home. I head for my favorite trail or just lean back and watch the clouds. I leave calm and refreshed and ready for the next day.”
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FORT SHERIDAN Lake Forest
DISCOVER THE NATURE OF HEALTH
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this could be you A recent study showed that proximity to public parks has the greatest impact on retirees’ health, even more than gender, marital status, or income.
TAKE THE SCENIC ROUTE.
Scientists are learning that exposure to nature helps people cope with stress, which in turn, has profound physical effects: lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, slower heart rates, and better pain management. One study showed that patients whose hospital rooms overlooked trees recovered faster, had fewer complications, and required less pain medication than those who faced walls.
GO FOR A WALK IN A PRESERVE.
this could be you Our thoughts are constantly derailed by distractions such as smartphones, emails and even things like traffic. This creates a condition called “directed attention fatigue,” making us feel irritable and stressed. Natural settings, on the other hand, hold our interest with involuntary attention. This allows us to focus without much effort while our brains rest. Researchers have discovered that exposure to nature decreases the magnitude of response to a later stressful task—that is, nature “immunizes” against future stressors.
READ A BOOK WHILE SITTING UNDER A TREE.
GROW NATIVE PLANTS IN YOUR GARDEN. VISIT A NATURAL AREA FOR WINTER SLEDDING. FIND A GROUP TO SHARE YOUR OUTDOOR FUN. VOLUNTEER TO HELP RESTORE THE PRESERVES. These stories are but a few of the ways that people are finding that connecting with nature makes them feel good and improves their well-being. While we’ve known for decades that a proper diet and regular exercise is good for you, an emerging body of research is pointing to this new way to increase health. This research gives scientific underpinning to what many people have intuitively known all along: time in nature makes them feel good.
See our calendar on page eight for a complete listing of programs and events to move you outdoors this summer.
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PRESERVENEWS BREEDING BIRDS OF CHICAGO STUDY
The Bird Conservation Network and Audubon Chicago Region have released the results of a massive 14-year study, showing that about half of our breeding bird species have stable to increasing populations. Species of high conservation concern such as eastern bluebirds and orchard orioles, and grassland species like Henslow’s sparrows are bucking the national trend of declining populations by increasing here in the Chicago region. Over 150 species raise their young in the midst of our densely populated but ecologically diverse landscape, an indicator that we’re doing a lot of things right as we protect, manage and restore our natural areas. In the midst of this good news there are still areas of concern. Certain ground and low nesting woodland species are declining. Reversing that trend raises questions about how best to remove non-native understory vegetation, replace it with natives and then prevent overbrowsing by deer populations. For more information about the study, go to LCFPD.org/BBS. FREE FISHING DAYS
Enjoy free fishing in all waters within Illinois jurisdiction June 6-9. Fishing licenses are not required then, as part of Free Fishing Days, sponsored by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Our Fishing Guide includes locations, detailed bottom maps, illustrations of the fish to seek and more—available online at LCFPD.org/fishing. 4 HORI ZONS QUARTERLY
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SUMMER CAMPS
Openings are still available for summer day camps throughout the county: LCFPD.org/camps.
E-NEWSLETTERS Sign up for our monthly email digest of Forest Preserve news and events. Golf offers and Museum news, too: LCFPD.org/newsletters. ALMOND MARSH ROOKERY
A DAY OF MUSIC, FOOD, AND FAMILY FUN WILL BENEFIT THE FOREST PRESERVES
The heron rookery at Almond Marsh (Grayslake) is open for observation Saturdays through June, 8 am–noon (except for Memorial Day weekend).
The second annual Fred Fest will take place on Sunday, August 17 at Fox River Forest Preserve in Lake Barrington. For 2014, the musical lineup has expanded to feature six popular Barrington-area musicians and bands, providing a full day of family-friendly entertainment in one of Lake County’s most beautiful settings overlooking the Fox River. The bands will start at 11 am and continue until dusk. All net proceeds from Fred Fest will benefit the Preservation Foundation, specifically in support of the 100-acre expansion of Grassy Lake Forest Preserve in Lake Barrington. Planned improvements here center around new trails and contemplative overlooks to highlight the site’s unique features: a panoramic view from an 80-foot glacial kame, a mile of Fox River shoreline, and a unique educational story to tell based on 10,000 years of human habitation on the site. For more information about Fred Fest or to purchase tickets, visit LCFPD.org/FredFest.
PADDLEBOARDS
Try the new trend of stand up paddleboarding. A limited number of boards are now available to rent at the Independence Grove Marina for ages 10 and up. $15/hour per paddleboard. Paddleboards are also allowed at Van Patten Woods, Grant Woods and Hastings Lake. LAK E COUNTY FOR E ST PRE S E RVES
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CIVIL WAR DAYS
IS THAT ANIMAL AN ORPHAN?
Probably not. Camouflaged babies survive by remaining motionless, silent and often odorless. Unlike people, wild animals leave their young alone for long periods. Newborns are less likely to be found by predators if parents keep a distance. Many young animals are commonly found alone, including rabbits, squirrels, deer, skunks and raccoons. If you spot a cute, furry bundle, the best thing to do is to leave it alone. If in doubt, never take matters into your own hands. Inappropriate care can cause shock, a serious threat to the animal’s life. Keeping wild animals without a license is also illegal, and may result in dangerous bites. A licensed rehabilitator can help decide when intervention is necessary, and provide proper care for animals in need. Visit LCFPD.org/wildlife for a list of local providers.
SMOKE-FREE PLAYGROUNDS
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The boom of cannons, the crack of rifles, the galloping of horse hooves welcomes you at the annual Civil War Days encampment, July 12 & 13 at Lakewood Forest Preserve. Wander the camps to see soldiers, civilians and tradesmen at work. Watch as union and confederate forces collide in battle. Visit the 1863 Summer Fair, meet President Lincoln and shop Civil War era vendors. Kids enjoy period crafts, games and a scavenger hunt. See calendar or visit LCFPD.org/civilwar.
WOODLAND RESTORATION UPDATE
JUNIOR GOLF PROGRAM
Whether your child loves golf or has never played the game, our junior golf program will connect with the individual learning styles of each child and move them to the next level. Students will learn the golf swing, chipping, putting, rules, etiquette, on-course practice and play. Beyond technical skills, this program teaches young people valuable life lessons of honesty, respect, responsibility, perseverance and more. Most importantly, they will have fun as they launch a lifelong appreciation for the game.
This spring, several pairs of red-headed woodpeckers were spotted at MacArthur Woods in recently restored areas. At a nearby restored preserve, wood frogs were heard calling for the first documented time in over 20 years. This is promising news for the Woodland Habitat Restoration Project, aimed at restoring sustainable oak woodlands in some of our highest quality preserves along the Des Plaines River in southern Lake County. Learn more at LCFPD.org/woodlands. Major clearing operations were completed this winter at Ryerson Woods, Wright Woods, and MacArthur Woods. A total of 226 acres were successfully cleared of invasive woody species, and 138 acres of canopy were thinned, allowing adequate sunlight to reach oak seedlings and saplings. Some wood from the clearing project is being utilized for a stream restoration stabilization project scheduled for this fall.
Open to ages 7 through 16, at all skill levels. Classes will be held 9 am–noon, Wednesdays, June 11–August 6, at both Brae Loch and Countryside Golf Clubs. Reasonably priced: $15 per session, plus a one-time $20 registration fee. To register, or for more information, email Alex Eichman, golf operations manager, aeichman@LCFPD.org. LAK E COUNTY FOR E ST PRES E RVES
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SUMMER 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.
JUNE 1 Quickstart Kayak Intro to paddling in an open-cockpit recreational kayak. We’ll cover the basics: attire, safety and paddling skills.
Sunday, 9 am–12 pm, Independence Grove— funbrella. Adults, families with children ages 9 and up. $29 residents, $41 nonresidents.
3 Playdate with Nature Move your kids outdoors for seasonal play activities such as fort building, pond scooping, insect netting and mud play.
Tuesday, 10:30 am, Independence Grove—canoe launch. Children of all ages, caregivers. FREE. No registration required. A Leave No Child Inside Event.
4 Habitat Walk for Seniors Explore some of the many habitats found in Lake County, learning as you walk. Walks are paced to the group’s ability.
Wednesday, 9–10 am, Heron Creek—Shelter B. Seniors. FREE. No registration required.
7, 14, 21, 28 Forest Fitness Fast-paced weekly hikes provide one hour of heart-pumping exercise in a friendly group atmosphere.
Saturdays, 8–9 am, see website for weekly locations: LCFPD.org/FF. Adults. $1 residents/$2 nonresidents. No registration required.
7 Walk with a Naturalist One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Saturday, 9–10 am, Rollins Savanna—Drury Lane entrance. Adults. $1 residents, $2 nonresidents.
7 Scout Saturday—Insect Merit Badge Spend the afternoon collecting, observing and learning about Lake County insects as you earn your Insect Study Merit Badge.
Saturday, 1–5 pm, Ryerson Woods—cabins. Boy Scouts. $20 residents, $28 nonresidents.
8 Free Bird Walk Join us for a guided bird walk. Binoculars recommended.
Sunday, 7 am, Rollins Savanna—Washington Street entrance. Adults. FREE. No registration required.
8 Adlai E. Stevenson II Historic Home Tours Learn more about this Illinois governor and ambassador to the United Nations as you tour his restored family home.
Sunday, 1–2 pm & 2:30–3:30 pm, Adlai E. Stevenson II Historic Home. Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.
10 Cheese and Crackers with the Birds Join our rookery volunteers to watch the herons settle in for the night. Scopes and binoculars available. Lake County Audubon will supply refreshments.
Tuesday, 6–8 pm, Almond Marsh. All ages. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.
11 Free Access Cart Tour Guided cart hike for Lake County residents with mobility issues.
Wednesday, 9:30–11 am, Grant Woods—Monaville Road entrance. All ages. FREE. Registration required.
18 “The Birds of America: The Bien Chromolithographic Edition” View our collection of Audubon prints and join us for a discussion with Joel Oppenheimer, an art conservator specializing in the work of John James Audubon. Joel recently produced a stunning, never-before-published edition of rare chromolithographic Audubon prints.
Wednesday, 7:30–8:30 pm, Ryerson Woods—Brushwood Center. Adults, families with children ages 12 and up. FREE. No registration required.
20 Community Campfire Friday Night Experience the magic of nature at night. Join friends and family, share stories, roast marshmallows, play an instrument or just relax. Activities vary monthly.
Friday, 7–9 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center—pond. All ages. FREE. No registration required. A Leave No Child Inside Event.
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This summer, purchase fresh organic produce grown in Greenbelt Forest Preserve by local youth. For sales center locations, dates and details, visit: LCFPD.org/greenyouthfarm.
JUNE (continued) 25 Little Sprouts—Planting a Seed Find out why gardens are so important and how to plant your own. Tour the garden and sow seeds to take home.
Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm. Children ages 2–5, with an adult. $3 residents, $5 nonresidents, no charge for chaperone.
25 Bilingual (Spanish/English) Nature Hike One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Thursday, 5–7 pm, Middlefork Savanna (includes a tour of the Wildlife Center). All ages. FREE. No registration required.
25 Luminary Lectures—“Frank Lloyd Wright’s Prairie Style” Jan Kieckhefer of the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust will explore Wright’s career, his iconic Prairie Style and his connections to other “luminaries” in the Arnold Newman exhibition.
Wednesday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Lake County Discovery Museum. Adults. $7 residents, $9 nonresidents.
28 Bilingual (Spanish/English) Nature Hike One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Saturday, 9–10 am, Greenbelt Cultural Center; 4–5 pm, Lakewood— Gilmer Road lot. All ages. FREE. No registration required.
28 Walk on the Wildflower Side Uncover the secrets of wildflowers. Learn the folklore and healing powers they hold.
Saturday, 10–11:30 am, Rollins Savanna—Washington Street entrance. Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.
29 Portrait Photography Workshop Improve portrait photography skills through better composition, lighting and lens selection with professional photographer Robert Tolchin.
Sunday, 9 am–1 pm, Lake County Discovery Museum. Adults. $20 residents, $28 nonresidents. Bring your DSLR and be prepared to photograph, be photographed and share your work.
JULY 2 Habitat Walk for Seniors Explore some of the many habitats found in Lake County, learning as you walk. Walks are paced to the group’s ability.
Wednesday, 9–10 am, Hastings Lake—Shelter A. Seniors. FREE. No registration required.
5, 12, 19, 26 Forest Fitness Fast-paced weekly hikes provide one hour of heart-pumping exercise in a friendly group atmosphere.
Saturdays, 8–9 am, see website for weekly locations: LCFPD.org/FF. Adults. $1 residents/$2 nonresidents. No registration required.
5 Walk with a Naturalist One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Saturday, 9–10 am, Middlefork Savanna. Adults. $1 residents, $2 nonresidents.
9 Bilingual (Spanish/English) Nature Hike One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Saturday, 5–6 pm, Prairie Wolf. All ages. FREE. No registration required.
12 & 13 Civil War Days History comes to life at this reenactment, featuring battles, demonstrations, kids’ activities and Civil-War era shopping. Daily schedule, coupon: LCFPD.org/civilwar.
Saturday, 10 am–5 pm & Sunday, 9 am–3 pm, Lakewood. Daily: $10 adults, $5 youth (ages 4–17) & seniors, 3 & under FREE. Weekend pass: $15, $7 youth & seniors.
16 Little Sprouts—Watching it Grow Get your hands dirty in the garden and find out what plants need to survive and thrive. Check seeds we planted in June.
Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm. Children ages 2–5, with an adult. $3 residents, $5 nonresidents, no charge for chaperone.
20 Family Trek Join a bike ride and picnic with the Waukegan Park District staff. Pack your bike, picnic and family for fun and exercise.
Sunday, 11 am–1 pm, Van Patten Woods—Shelter D. All ages. FREE. A Leave No Child Inside Event. LAK E COUNTY FOR E ST PRES E RVES
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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.
JULY (continued) 20 Adlai E. Stevenson II Historic Home Tours Learn more about this Illinois governor and ambassador to the United Nations as you tour his restored family home.
Sunday, 1–2 pm & 2:30–3:30 pm, Adlai E. Stevenson II Historic Home. Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.
21–25 Acting Class This workshop focuses on classic improvisation, comedy techniques and creative dramatics. Learn the basics of spontaneous acting and performing.
Monday–Friday, 9 am–12 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center. Ages 8–13. $79 residents, $111 nonresidents. Brought to you by the staff at the Improv Playhouse.
23 Free Access Cart Tour Guided cart hike for Lake County residents with mobility issues.
Wednesday, 1–2:30 pm, Independence Grove—North Bay. All ages. FREE. Registration required.
23 Bilingual (Spanish/English) Nature Hike One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Wednesday, 5–6 pm, Oak Spring Road Canoe Launch. All ages. FREE. No registration required.
25 Playdate with Nature Move your kids outdoors for seasonal play activities such as fort building, pond scooping, insect netting and mud play.
Friday, 3 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center—pond. Children of all ages, caregivers. FREE. No registration required. A Leave No Child Inside Event.
25 Community Campfire Friday Night Join friends and family, share stories, roast marshmallows, play an instrument or just relax. Activities vary monthly.
Friday, 7–9 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center—pond. All ages. FREE. No registration required. A Leave No Child Inside Event.
26 Bilingual (Spanish/English) Nature Hike One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Saturday, 9–10 am, Lyons Woods; 4–5 pm, Maurice Noll Park, Mundelein. All ages. FREE. No registration required.
26 Walk on the Wildflower Side Uncover the secrets of wildflowers. Learn the folklore and healing powers they hold.
Saturday, 10–11:30 am, Independence Grove—North Bay. Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.
30 Little Sprouts—Fresh from the Garden Pick fresh produce from the garden and make a healthy snack. Learn why fruits and veggies are so good for us.
Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm. Children ages 2–5, with an adult. $3 residents, $5 nonresidents, no charge for chaperone.
31 Luminary Lectures—”The Life of Eleanor Roosevelt” Solo dramatist Roberta Randall portrays Eleanor Roosevelt (featured in the Arnold Newman exhibition) from her childhood to life as the first lady and beyond.
Thursday, 1:30–2:30 pm, Lake County Discovery Museum. Adults. $7 residents, $9 nonresidents.
AUGUST 1, 2 & 3 A Midsummer Night’s Dream Bring a blanket and picnic dinner to enjoy “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” the beloved classic by William Shakespeare, outside under the canopy at Ryerson Woods.
Friday, Saturday or Sunday, 6:30–8 pm, Ryerson Woods—Brushwood Center. Adults. Admission is $15/person ($10 Brushwood Center Members).
2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Forest Fitness Fast-paced weekly hikes provide one hour of heart-pumping exercise in a friendly group atmosphere.
Saturdays, 8–9 am, see website for weekly locations: LCFPD.org/FF. Adults. $1 residents/$2 nonresidents. No registration required.
2 Walk with a Naturalist One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Saturday, 9–10 am, Hastings Lake. Adults. $1 residents, $2 nonresidents.
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Did you know? Most people in Lake County live within 15 minutes of at least one forest preserve. Find trail maps online at LCFPD.org/maps.
AUGUST (continued) 6 Habitat Walk for Seniors Explore some of the many habitats found in Lake County, learning as you walk. Walks are paced to the group’s ability.
Wednesday, 9–10 am, Fort Sheridan. Seniors. FREE. No registration required.
6 Bilingual (Spanish/English) Nature Hike One-hour guided nature hike. Explore a new preserve each month.
Wednesday, 5–6 pm, Fort Sheridan. All ages. FREE. No registration required.
10 Luminary Lectures—“Picasso and Chicago” Elizabeth McGoey, Research Associate at the Art Institute of Chicago, discusses the life and work of Pablo Picasso and his special relationship with the city of Chicago.
Sunday, 1:30–2:30 pm, Lake County Discovery Museum. Adults. $7 residents, $9 nonresidents.
13 Free Access Cart Tour Guided cart hike for Lake County residents with mobility issues.
Wednesday, 9:30–11 am, Lyons Woods. All ages. FREE. Registration required.
13 Little Sprouts—Eggcellent Adventures We’ll take a closer look at the inside of an egg and the cute creatures that hatch out.
Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm. Children ages 2–5, with an adult. $3 residents, $5 nonresidents, no charge for chaperone.
15 Community Campfire Friday Night Join friends and family, share stories, roast marshmallows, play an instrument or just relax. Activities vary monthly.
Friday, 7–9 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center—pond. All ages. FREE. No registration required. A Leave No Child Inside Event.
16 Phenology and Photography Outdoor workshop combines a staff naturalist’s insight with technical tips from a professional photographer.
Saturday, 7–10 am, Spring Bluff. Adults, youth ages 16 and up. $20 residents, $28 nonresidents.
17 Fred Fest Fred Fest is an all-day music festival featuring six local bands and fun for the whole family. This annual fundraiser benefits the Preservation Foundation of the Lake County Forest Preserves.
Sunday, 11 am–8 pm, Fox River. All ages. Admission is $20/person. Food and beverages are available for purchase.
23 Film Festival in the Woods It’s movie night under the stars at Ryerson Woods. Bring your picnic blanket or lawn chair to enjoy a variety of awardwinning short films inspired by nature.
Saturday, 6–9:30 pm, Ryerson Woods—Brushwood Center. All ages. Suggested donation: $10. No registration required.
24 Adlai E. Stevenson II Historic Home Tours Learn more about this Illinois governor and ambassador to the United Nations as you tour his restored family home.
Sunday, 1–2 pm & 2:30–3:30 pm, Adlai E. Stevenson II Historic Home. Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.
27 Little Sprouts—Mooing and Milking Learn to milk using our model cow, find out how milk is turned into delicious dairy products and churn your own butter.
Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm. Children ages 2–5, with an adult. $3 residents, $5 nonresidents, no charge for chaperone.
30 Walk on the Wildflower Side Uncover the secrets of wildflowers. Learn the folklore and healing powers they hold.
Saturday, 10–11:30 am, Old School—trails lot. Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.
31 Quickstart Kayak Intro to paddling in an open-cockpit recreational kayak. We’ll cover the basics: attire, safety and paddling skills.
Sunday, 9 am–12 pm, Independence Grove—funbrella. Adults, families with children ages 9 and up. $29 residents, $41 nonresidents. LAK E COUNTY FOR E ST PRE S E RVES
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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.
JULY IS NATIONAL PARK AND RECREATION MONTH This July during Park and Recreation Month, set new trends in your community— what is OUT is IN! Make 2014 the year to go outside, change your outlook, get involved in your community through the outdoors, and learn how nature can improve your life from health and wellness to community spirit and equity. Show us how you are getting out by sharing photos or video with us on Facebook at facebook.com/LCFPD, or on Flickr at flickr.com/groups/LCFPD.
SUMMER EVENTS GREENBELT FESTIVALS Greenbelt Cultural Center, North Chicago Join us for this popular series of FREE family events at Greenbelt. Use the entrance on the east side of Green Bay Road. Events sponsored by Great Lakes Credit Union.
EVENTS IN THE PLAZA Independence Grove, Libertyville Bring lawn chairs and blankets for these outdoor musical performances, beginning at 7:30 pm. Arrive early to secure your spot; cars are turned away when parking is full. Parking is $6 per car after 5 pm on event days for all preserve visitors. If concert is cancelled due to inclement weather, there will be no rain date. June 17 Mr. Myers Featuring wailing sax, searing rock guitar, colorful steel drums, powerful percussion and strong vocals, Mr. Myers succeeds at playing its blend of Caribbean Rock to enthusiastic audiences everywhere.
June 8 Kids Nature Funfest 2–5 pm This year we spotlight the simple stick—found easily outdoors—for its ability to capture a child’s imagination. Active games and nature art will show kids the many ways a stick can be used for fun and creativity. The FREE event is part of the Leave No Child Inside initiative, dedicated to improving children’s physical, social and emotional well-being through outdoor play and exploration. July 13 Gospelfest 3–7 pm Be inspired by Lake County’s best gospel voices. This annual favorite features choirs, solo performances and praise dancers that will bring you to your feet. August 16 Afro/Jamaicafest 2–7 pm Experience the dance, food, music and market of African-American and Caribbean cultures. Dine on ribs, jerk chicken and other cuisine. Shop for jewelry and other imports.
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June 24 John Primer “The Real Deal” Chicago blues man brings to the stage his signature electric slide guitar, soulful R&B vocals and the influence of blues legends Muddy Waters, Junior Wells, Willie Dixon and Magic Slim. July 1 Eric Lambert & Friends Specializing in the fiery art of flatpicking, Eric has built a career writing, performing, recording and teaching Americana music in Chicago and beyond. Traces of rock, folk, bluegrass, country and blues can be found in his music. July 8 The Cavern Beat This foursome brings the Beatles to life with the authentic look and sound of the original fab four. The Cavern Beat performs the music as it was originally crafted, using only guitars, drums and true vocals. July 15 The Giving Tree Band At music festivals across the country, this band gives their all using a wide
array of instruments from acoustic and electric guitars, slide guitars and banjos to violin, mandolin and pedal steel. Their bluegrass and Americana rock sound is compared to classic rock icons like Neil Young and Bob Dylan. July 22 Chicago Afrobeat Project This band weaves the uniqueness of the Chicago music scene with the distinct western-influence Nigerian style of music. Their latest work incorporates elements of hip-hop, orchestral arrangement and stylistic explorations of rock, jazz and funk. July 29 Big Leg Emma Big Leg Emma infuses Americana roots rock with the magic and art of the jam band. A catchy dance vibe will take you on a psychedelic musical journey, with a sound based on traditional folk, bluegrass and country music. August 5 The Flat Cats Six talented musicians play a range of music rooted in the hottest swinging jazz and blues, contemporary classics and timeless standards. Whether you choose to listen, tap your foot, or cut a rug on the dance floor, you are sure to be entertained!
SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS
Through August 17
Arnold Newman: Luminaries of the 20th Century in Art, Politics and Culture LCFPD.org/ArnoldNewman
With a career spanning 60 years, Newman’s body of work reads as a roll call of the biggest names of the 20th century such as: Pablo Picasso, Adlai E. Stevenson, Igor Stravinsky, Jackson Pollock, Salvador Dalí, Ayn Rand, Langston Hughes, Martha Graham, Leonard Bernstein, Georgia O’Keeffe, Andy Warhol, John F. Kennedy, Philip Glass, and Woody Allen—a portrait of a groundbreaking era from one of its own. First time in the Chicago area. Lake County Discovery Museum
July 13–August 31 Avian Spirits
“ ‘Hope’ is the thing with feathers / That perches in the soul,” wrote Emily Dickinson in 1861. For centuries, artists have been attracted to—and inspired by—the ephemeral qualities of birds. Soaring above Earth, birds have long symbolized freedom and aspiration. This group exhibition presents birds as metaphors for the human spirit. Artist reception Sunday, July 13, 1–3 pm Ryerson Woods—Brushwood Center
Opens September 13
The President’s Photographer: 50 Years Inside the Oval Office View presidential history from the first official presidential photographer in 1963 to today’s unprecedented coverage of Barack Obama. This exhibition includes iconic and rarely seen photos of presidents, with insights from the photographers who chronicled them.
Georgia O’Keeffe
Arnold Newman: Luminaries of the 20th Century in Art, Politics and Culture is a national touring exhibition of the innovative minds and personalities that defined a century as seen through the eyes of one of its own: Arnold Newman. Recognized as the “father of environmental portraiture,” his work is collected and exhibited in major museums and collections around the world.
Through July 27 at Greenbelt Cultural Center Opens August 2 at Independence Grove
The Passenger Pigeon’s Flight to Extinction 2014 marks the 100th anniversary of the extinction of the passenger pigeon. This original exhibition explores connections between the human world, and looks at some of the work being done today to help prevent similar extinctions from occurring. Greenbelt Cultural Center/Independence Grove
Through July 3
Moving Targets The year 2014 marks the centenary of the extinction of the passenger pigeon. Once the most abundant bird in North America, they were hunted to extinction within a period of 40 years. Moving Targets, a collaborative art installation by Ann Rosenthal and Steffi Domike, links the artists’ forced family migrations to the story of the passenger pigeon through a shared visual language, maps, and creative research. Ryerson Woods—Brushwood Center
Real Photo Postcards
Assembled by three-time Emmy Awardwinner John Bredar, this exhibition features works by veteran presidential photographers David Hume Kennerly (Gerald Ford), David Valdez (George H.W. Bush), Bob McNeely (Bill Clinton), Eric Draper (George W. Bush), Pete Souza (Barack Obama) and many more.
Millions of real photo postcards were sent in the early part of the 20th century. These fascinating snapshot messages were the equivalent of today’s Facebook wall, Instagram, Twitter and Tumblr posts. Learn about these sometimes wacky, always curious images of everyday life 100 years ago, from the collections of the Curt Teich Postcard Archives.
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CONSERVING BUTTERFLIES
Monarchs migrate thousands of miles annually. In the fall they travel south to escape freezing climates, and in the spring they travel north to find the larval food plants that do not grow in their overwintering sites. Monarch larvae feed exclusively on milkweed plants. MONARCH BUTTERFLY Danaus plexippus
According to the World Wildlife Federation, monarch butterfly populations have hit their lowest point in 20 years. This species makes an amazing journey every year, migrating thousands of miles to reach their warm winter home, traveling south from Canada and the United States to the forests of Mexico.
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WHY ARE THERE FEWER MONARCHS? The monarch population drop is due to several factors. A decline of milkweed plants that comprise the monarch’s primary food source during their reproductive phase is a contributing factor. Development, increased agricultural production and herbicide use, and mowing pratices along roadways and in open fields have reduced potential habitat. Higher than normal temperatures and storms encountered during migration may have also played a role. Finally, butterflies arriving at overwintering sites in Mexico have found scarce and deteriorating forests—a direct result of illegal logging. CREATE A BACKYARD WAY STATION You can help by creating an oasis for monarchs in your backyard. Turning a small patch of land into butterfly-friendly habitat has a lot of power in helping the monarchs bounce back. Native species such as milkweed preserve a natural landscape while helping this butterfly population. Monarch larvae will feast on the milkweed leaves, but don’t worry— if you only plant a few, there will be enough to go around and your plants will survive.
THE ENDANGERED KARNER BLUE
WHAT THREATENS THE BUTTERFLY?
The Karner blue butterfly is an endangered butterfly species found in Illinois. It is a small butterfly, with a wingspan of about one inch. The color of its blue wings results from a surface scale structure rather than pigment. They can be found in oak savannas, and like the monarch, they rely on a specific plant species for their life cycle. Karner blue caterpillars feed only on the leaves of wild lupine, while adults feed on the nectar of native flowering plants. This severely restricts where they are able to survive.
Like most endangered butterflies, Karner blues are victims of habitat loss due to development. Loss of natural disturbances such as wildfire and largescale grazing decreases habitat as well. Such disturbances help by setting back encroaching forest and encouraging lupine and flowering plant growth. Recent abnormal patterns of drought and rainfall in the U.S. and Canada may also result in adult butterfly deaths and less plant food for caterpillars. Collection is also a factor. Many butterflies are collected due to their
rarity and beauty, but because butterfly numbers are so low, loss of even a few individuals could harm the population. Butterfly collection is illegal in the United States without a permit from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. YOUR NATIVE PLANT GARDEN Visit us at the County Fair this July for games and giveaways including native seed packets. More info at lcfair.com. Volunteer at our Native Seed Nursery to learn about the benefits of native plants while spending time in nature. Get started at LCFPD.org/nursery.
Karner blue caterpillars secrete a sugar-rich solution that attracts and recruits “attending” ants, who in return protect the caterpillar from a variety of natural predators and parasites.
The Karner blue’s annual life cycle is inextricably tied to the lupine. Wild lupine is a perennial with beautiful pink to blue flowers. It is found primarily on dry, sandy soils, and in open to partially shaded habitats such as oak savanna.
KARNER BLUE BUTTERFLY Lycaeides melissa samuelis
WHAT IS AN ENDANGERED SPECIES? Endangered species are plants and animals that are in danger of becoming extinct. Threatened species are plants and animals that are likely to become endangered in the foreseeable future. These designations help in protecting and restoring species of concern.
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SPECIAL FACILITIES Directory GENERAL OFFICES
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OUTDOOR RECREATION
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LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES
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More than 30,000 acres make up your Lake County Forest Preserves.
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Restoration Workdays
Summer fun
Get closer to nature by helping preserve and restore
Look inside for a schedule of free summer entertainment, including live performances and festivals.
Lake County habitats. Summer restoration groups gather at various sites to plant wildflowers and control invasive species such as purple loosestrife and buckthorn. You can make a real difference with a group
Cool off at the Independence Grove swimming beach, open daily, 10 am–6 pm beginning June 9. LCFPD.org/beach
of volunteers that share a concern for the preserves—just bring sturdy shoes, work gloves and a willingness to help. Families and groups are welcome, but please RSVP to be sure we bring enough equipment. For locations and a workday schedule, visit LCFPD.org/restoration.
DISCOUNT TUESDAYS Kids are free and adult admission is just $3 on Tuesdays at the Lake County Discovery Museum. For hours, location, exhibits and a coupon, visit LCFPD.org/museum
◄ FLICKR PICK The plants that caterpillars eat are called host plants. Each species of butterfly have specific host plants on which adult butterflies lay their eggs. Pictured here is a monarch caterpillar feasting on butterfly weed (a type of milkweed), posted by Allison Frederick via Flickr. Connect with us! For up-to-the-minute forest preserve news and events: Find us on Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, or YouTube @LCFPD.