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Stay informed about your Lake County Forest Preserves by reading the latest news items below.

Media Inquiries

Our Communications & Design division is happy to assist journalists and photo editors with stories, fact checks, photo requests, preserve tours and interviews with our experts. Members of the media may also subscribe to receive our news releases and photo opportunities via email.

Kim Mikus Croke, Media & Community Relations Specialist, office 847-968-3202, cell 224-244-0583, email


 
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Jan 15, 2025 01:05 PM

Forest Preserves Officers Honored for Saving Lost Man in Freezing Cold

Two Lake County Forest Preserves police officers were honored Wednesday for their extraordinary dedication in locating a missing man.

 
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Jan 06, 2025 10:23 AM

Forest Preserves Offer Winter Activities

Experience the magic of winter in the Lake County forest preserves. From ice skating and sledding to peaceful cross-country skiing, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Before heading out, check our winter sports webpage for the latest updates.

 
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Dec 10, 2024 10:37 AM

New Forest Preserves podcast season tells local climate change stories

Words of the Woods, the Lake County Forest Preserves’ award-winning podcast about nature and history, debuted its third season on December 4. It’s available on all major podcast apps, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify: LCFPD.org/podcast.

 
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Dec 03, 2024 04:02 PM

Wildlife Experts Monitor Swan at Hastings Lake Forest Preserve

The Lake County Forest Preserves is cooperating with Flint Creek Wildlife Rehabilitation to keep a close watch on an injured mute swan at Hastings Lake Forest Preserve in Lake Villa.

 
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Forest Preserves Board Elects New Leadership

At a special meeting on Monday, December 2, the Board of Commissioners elected Jessica Vealitzek (District 10) to serve as president of the Lake County Forest Preserves. The Board also elected Gina Roberts (District 4) to serve as vice president.

 
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Nov 26, 2024 03:00 PM

Read Winter Horizons Magazine

Check out our newest issue of Horizons, with news, education programs, events and more.

 
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Nov 26, 2024 11:07 AM

Two Grants Fund New Brand Strategy for Lake Michigan Shoreline Preservation

The Lake County Forest Preserves secured two grants to develop a brand strategy for a collaborate initiative focused on preserving and managing natural features along a portion of the Lake Michigan shoreline.​

 
 
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