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Conservation Explorers

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Conservation Explorers

Monday, July 14 - Saturday, July 26

9 AM - 3 PM

Youth Ages 14 to 16

Registration is closed.

Registration will open March 3, 2025.

Email AskAnEducator@LCFPD.org with questions or to inquire about accommodations.

Details

In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight camp-out, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts. Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

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ConEx is based primarily outdoors and includes hiking, paddlesports, hands-on stewardship projects and other physical activities.

This program is for teens, ages 14-16, entering grades 9 or 10 in fall 2025. 

Registration will open on March 3, 2025.

We design our lessons, activities, and topics to specific age groups to maximize their Summer Adventure experience. Due to this thoughtful strategy, we are unable to make age exceptions.

 

Learn More About ConEx      Financial Assistance Application

Week 1    
July 14-18 9 am–3 pm Independence Grove
     
Week 2    
July 21-24 9 am–3 pm Independence Grove
     
Overnight    
July 25-26 3 pm–10 am Van Patten Woods

Cost includes all programing and transportation between sites, as well as camp-out food and supplies. Need-based financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Participants will receive additional program forms via email before the start of the program.

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A special thank you to Sgt. Tommy's Kids for sponsoring our transportation for this program!

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Instructors:

Anissa Chaudhry

Christy Condon

 
Independence Grove 16400 West Buckley Road
Libertyville, IL, 60048
Call Us:
847-968-3499
 

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