Horizons quarterly // summer 2019

HORI Z ON S LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES

PRESERVATION, RESTOR ATION , EDUCATION AN D RECRE ATION

QUARTERLY

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On the cover: A worker or male rusty patched bumble bee sits atop mountain mint. This nearly extinct bee species is listed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the International Union for Conservation of Nature as endangered and critically endangered, respectively.

Learn more about its listing status and what we're doing to help on Page 6. nearly

31,000 acres are

protected by the lake county forest preserves .

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11 LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES BOARD of COMMISSIONERS PRESIDENT

A MESSAGE from

Angelo D. Kyle, Waukegan VICE PRESIDENT

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

Julie Simpson, Vernon Hills TREASURER

Paul Frank, Highland Park ASSISTANT TREASURER

“It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” Frederick A. Douglass (1818–1895)

In a unique partnership between the Lake County Forest Preserves and the Chicago Botanic Garden, the Green Youth Farm in Lake County, located at Greenbelt Forest Preserve (North Chicago), was founded in 2003 as a pilot program to provide teens with a paid summer job working on a sustainable urban farm. Over 15 years, the program has become so much more.

The Green Youth Farm educational model is to engage high school students from North Chicago and Waukegan who are exposed to varied risk patterns, including: low academic performance, homelessness, social rejection by peers, and involvement with the juvenile justice system. Working on the Green Youth Farm provides an experience that uplifts their lives and, in turn, their communities.

Since 2003, more than 600 young people have been employed here. Together they have produced over 100,000 pounds of fresh produce on the Green Youth Farm.

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 28 , ISSUE 3 Summer 2019 EDITOR

Susan Hawkins, Horizons@LCFPD.org DESIGN

Jeanna Martinucci CONTENT CONTRIBUTORS

My own career and service have been devoted in large measure to the communities of Waukegan and North Chicago, so the Green Youth Farm is near and dear to my heart. I have seen in person the positive impact it has on these young people. Students gain agricultural knowledge, job skills, public speaking ability, and opportunities for leadership. Through these experiences, confidence blooms and the pride the teens take in their work and in themselves shines through.

Kim Mikus Croke, Jackie DeMasi, Rebekah Snyder

I invite you to get directly involved through your gift to the Preservation Foundation of the Lake County Forest Preserves using the enclosed envelope.

By marking your gift to support the Green Youth Farm in Lake County, you will help to grow this remarkable program.

SUBSCRIBE, UNSUBSCRIBE, UPDATE ADDRESS: 847–968–3335 | Horizons@LCFPD.org

PHOTOGRAPHY

Dan Mullen (cover), Alex Ross, Jim Sayre, Remsy Atassi Imaging, Paul Klonowski, Joyce Dever, Ed Beilfuss, Peter Schulz, Chicago Botanic Garden, Bob Lee, Steve DiNino, Christopher Binning, Jeff Goldberg, G. Aldana, Elaine Evans, Chip Williams, Janet and Phil Hauck, Steven Diver, Jeanna Martinucci, Bob Callebert

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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Cindy Smith is a regular at the Lake County Forest Preserves, taking pictures and walking five days a week. “I never leave disappointed,” says Smith as she shoots pictures from her tripod of American white pelicans flying over the water at Fox River (Port Barrington). “The forest preserves are kept up beautifully. The employees do a fabulous job in keeping them picturesque,” she said from the riverwalk.

Pride of Ownership Smith’s opinions echo the results of our most recent

about. And it stems from pride of ownership, which

countywide attitude and interest survey which shows

motivates our employees to do their best work for the

the aspect people like most about their forest pre-

public—the true owners of this land.

serves is the level of attention given to cleanliness, maintenance and upkeep. We’ve seen the same high marks of excellence in how we care for our preserves in every countywide survey we’ve conducted since the late 1990s.

“It is not hard for us to articulate the value of our contribution toward preserving open space and offering beautiful places in nature to recreate and relax,” said Executive Director Ty Kovach. “We’ve been in the business of caring for and providing access to forest

As the second largest Forest Preserve District in Illinois,

preserves in Lake County for 61 years. Our employees

how does our organization, which today protects and

take pride in what they do and they know how to do it

manages 65 forest preserves, 204 miles of trails and

well, and more importantly, they believe in why they’re

nearly 31,000 acres of natural lands, earn and sustain

doing it. They want to be part of our organization’s

this positive reputation? It’s rooted in the daily and

legacy. Satisfaction comes when we see people using

vigorous behind-the-scenes maintenance and opera-

their preserves and enjoying the experience. Creating a

tions work most preserve visitors never see or think

memorable first impression is crucial.”

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In order to make that immediate positive impression, our Operations and Infrastructure, and Facilities departments work in tandem to keep things looking great and running smoothly year-round. Most preserve visitors don’t think about what it takes to keep their forest preserves clean and operational, and they rarely see the interwoven system of people who make it happen. It’s like flipping on a light switch—most of us don’t think about where electricity or its energy source comes from, nor do we see the power stations, transmission lines and transformers constantly at work behind the switch.

The power grid behind our organization is a team of men and women who care for the land and maintain everything the public sees and enjoys in their forest preserves.

Without our power grid, we couldn’t sustain the standard of operational excellence visitors have come to expect when they enter a preserve or facility, and we wouldn’t hear nice comments from preserve visitors, like Cindy Smith.

A Day in the Life To ensure the preserves are prepared when visitors first arrive, about 27 full-time maintenance workers and 20 seasonal employees start their day at 6:30 am. They open preserve gates and spend the bulk of their morning maintaining and cleaning the preserves. Teams collaborate each day of the year to improve the look and condition of preserves and trails, but much of it is done quietly and out of sight of the public.

An Operations and Infrastructure crew repair a section of the Millennium Trail at Singing Hills Forest Preserve (Wauconda).

Maintenance Worker Joe Sisk, like others on the team, has a

example, Maintenance Worker Will Akin was plowing snow at

list of preserves to tackle. He empties garbage and recycle

the end of winter when a lost dog approached him. The black

bins, checks for litter in parking lots, makes sure the

and white dog was cold and frightened and jumped in his

bathrooms are clean, keeps an eye open for vandalism, looks

truck. Before taking the dog to the shelter, Akin checked the

for split rail fence logs that may be down, and clears or

lost dog page on Facebook and spotted its owner. “I contacted

reports any trees or branches blocking trails or waterways.

the owners from Wauconda, returned their dog and they were

“I look for anything out of place,” he says as he stops his truck to pick up a White Castle bag blowing next to the trail at

ecstatic. That was a great day,” said Akin, adding that the diversity of his job is what he enjoys most.

Hastings Lake (Lake Villa). “It’s like an eye-spy game out

Superintendent of Natural Resources David Cassin and his

here,” said Sisk as he stops the truck again to pick up an

team of 14 are dedicated to restoring the preserves to their

empty bottle and candy wrappers. “Everything needs to look

natural beauty. Planting about 2,500 native trees each fall,

presentable,” said Sisk, who started about six months ago

clearing invasive plants, conducting controlled burns, trimming

after graduating from Carthage College.

trees, and removing jams from rivers and lakes are among

Angel Blanco, a maintenance crew chief based out of Independence Grove (Libertyville), holds the same

their assignments. “We are able to see the return on our investment and that’s rewarding. Being part of the

restoration process means we get to help improve “Our the health of our natural lands and waterways, under his belt. After checking the trails, operations crews and create scenic views for preserve visitors,” Blanco and his team have a host of other are the heart and soul of he said. duties including preparing for and cleaning our organization. They really up after concerts, weddings and picnics Mechanics repair and maintain our fleet of want to give preserve visitors 64 trucks and 28 passenger vehicles used at the popular preserve. Blanco often the best experience with as few by employees across the organization. partners with Joe Schmitz, a crew chief handling Greenbelt Forest Preserve and distractions as possible as they They also repair tractors, power saws and the Greenbelt Cultural Center (North an array of other industrial equipment go about their work. That’s Chicago). “There’s a lot of teamwork that and specialty tools. Mechanical Services how good they are.” philosophy and has 30 years of experience

goes on around here,” Schmitz said.

Maintenance Worker Laura Smith, who handles preserves in the southeast section of the county,

Technician Mike Lech works out of the oper-

Chief Operations Officer Mike Tully

agrees that trail cleanliness and safety are top priorities.

ations facility in Lake Villa. He welds and repairs gates at various preserves while also fixing and

maintaining equipment.

Removing fallen branches and litter, filling deep ruts, clearing

A team of five heavy equipment operators tackle major trail

tall grass so bikers can see around corners, and trimming

repairs, fix water lines, handle demolition projects and oversee

trees so they don’t whip horseback riders in the face may

an impressive range of other projects. “We get a sense of

seem small, but they are important details. “There are a lot of

satisfaction in maintaining the preserves,” said Heavy

little things we do that make a big difference for the trail

Equipment Operator Jeremy Tekampe as he removed an

user,” she said.

asphalt lot at Almond Marsh (Grayslake) in preparation for that

One of Crew Chief Frank Volm’s responsibilities is to make

area to be restored and covered with native wildflower seeds.

sure the Lakewood Dog Park (Wauconda) is clean, safe and

"The ultimate why behind what we do is to give preserve

secure for its canine visitors. To avoid scaring the dogs while

visitors an exceptional experience so they can feel pride of

he works, he uses a small utility vehicle instead of a truck to

ownership in these resources and want to care for them in

empty garbage and make sure the fencing is intact. He says

the same way we do," said Director of Operations and

it’s common for employees to go above and beyond. For

Infrastructure John Nelson.

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Historical Ray Lake Boundary

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ACTIVITIES & AMENITIES BIKING HIKING HORSEBACK RIDING CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING TOILETS BENCHES PUBLIC PARKING

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t took 12 separate land acquisitions to grow RAY LAKE (Wauconda) to its current 1,039 acres. The preserve got its start in 1992

with a small 7-acre parcel. It got its name in 1999 when we purchased 401 acres from the Ray family. Ten additional land buys followed between 2001 and 2016, one of which was the adjoining 338-acre Cuneo family property.

Acquisition of that property was funded in part by a $1 million grant from the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation.

Ray Lake visitors can hike, ride bikes or horses, and cross-country ski on a 2.3-mile gravel trail that loops around wetlands and open prairies.

The trail also has three boardwalks and a scenic overlook. The nearest horse trailer parking lot is at adjacent Lakewood Forest Preserve (Wauconda), with access to Ray Lake via the Fort Hill Trail. A trail tunnel at Gilmer Road offers Fort Hill Trail users a safe connec-

GETTING HERE The entrance and parking lot are located on Erhart Road between Gilmer and Fremont Center Road.

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tion between Lakewood and Ray Lake. Dogs are welcome at Ray Lake and should be kept leashed and on trails at all times. The nearest Dog Park for off-leash fun is at Lakewood.

Of the 65 properties owned and managed by the Lake County Forest Preserves, Ray Lake ranks sixth in terms of size.

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PHOTOS /// 1 Silo, 2 Granary, 3 Stable House

Once known as Ray Lake Farm, Kaye and Edward Ray were the first to acquire land here in 1958 for breeding and raising purebred Black Angus beef cattle. Breeding cattle was a labor of love for the Ray family. They wanted to improve the breed for the public and held annual auctions with breeders flying in from across the nation for this social gathering and auction.

“After the passing of my father in 1965, the farm operations continued. In 1967, my mother purchased the purebred Angus cattle from Dwight D. Eisenhower’s farm in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. By 1968, we had 460 head of cattle,” said daughter Raine Ray. “And by 1976, the last of our herd was sold.”

Eventually the family sold off parts of the farm and leased the remaining acreage until 1999 when the Lake County Forest Preserves bought the property. As a symbol of the land’s former use, the original Ray Lake Farm Black Angus bull statue remains atop a stone tower to welcome visitors.

The Natural Scene Ray Lake is an important cornerstone of a larger ecological complex of natural communities, which combine to create a habitat conservation area for several threatened and endangered plants and animals. Within Ray Lake are three wetlands, woodlands with predominantly bur oak, hickory and cherry trees, and sprawling grasslands enjoyed by a variety of bird species. Two peninsulas separate two large wetlands, and a hilly area along the northeast side of the preserve offers scenic views of all three wetlands.

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PRESERVENEWS What's all the Buzz About?

A vast conservation effort to save the rusty patched bumble bee (Bombus affinis) from extinction is happening in natural areas, backyards and cities across Canada and the United States.

In 2017, the rusty patched bumble bee became the first federally listed pollinator in the U.S. protected under the Endangered Species Act. The bee species remains listed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as endangered and critically endangered, respectively.

Its decreasing population places a threat on its long-term survival. Once historically common and broadly dispersed from Minnesota to the Atlantic, loss of habitat, reduced nesting sites, increased pesticide use, disease, and extreme weather patterns have all played a role in their drastic decline.

All rusty patched bumble bees have entirely black heads, but only workers and males have a rusty reddish patch centrally located on their back.

A partner agency, Chicago Wilderness, is raising awareness of the plight of this bee in Illinois through its Priority Species Focus Area program. Scientists at the Chicago Academy of Sciences / Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum are leading the effort to assist this essential pollinator. They, in turn, coordinate with other organizations, including ours, to collectively monitor and advance its recovery goals.

WHAT WE’RE DOING TO HELP This year, our wildlife biologists and restoration ecologists are monitoring and recording any sightings of the rusty patched bumble bee in forest preserves around Lake County. Field work includes documenting locations at which the bee is spotted and nests or nesting patterns found. Healthy woodlands, grasslands and tallgrass prairies are critical for their survival, so our work also includes habitat restoration.

Educating the public and raising awareness is also part of our plan. Bumble bees are

Identification

a keystone species in most functioning ecosystems, necessary not only for native wildflower reproduction, but also for creating seeds and fruits that feed wildlife, and humans. The rusty patched bumble bee is one of the last bee species to go into hibernation. Queens are the first to emerge in early spring. Their long colony life

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stretches from April through September requiring a constant supply of nectar and pollen from a diversity of native flowers.

What YOU can do to help:

Plant bee-friendly native wildflowers and plants in gardens or pots that provide abundant nectar and pollen.

Avoid or limit the use of toxic insecticides and other types of pesticides, as well as chemical fertilizers.

Contribute to a citizen science tracking program like BeeSpotter or Bumble Bee Watch. If you see a bumble bee in nature, take a photo and submit it to one of these websites for identification.

Sources: Chicago Wilderness, Chicago Academy of Sciences / Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Xerces Society, IUCN Red List, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

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BLUE STAR MUSEUMS Active-duty military personnel (with ID) and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, enjoy free admission at the Dunn Museum (Libertyville), Memorial Day through Labor Day: bluestarfam.org.

WINE & NINE

Nature Pill Reduces Stress We’ve long known that the simple act of experiencing nature has a positive influence on our physical and mental well-being. Now, a new study by University of Michigan researchers quantifies how much time and in what form a nature experience should be for best effect. Based on results of two stress biomarkers, the study concluded that an efficient “nature pill”—20 to 30 minutes of walking, sitting or completing a physical activity outdoors or interacting with nature—can lower stress hormone levels and improve related ailments.

Enjoy a 30-minute golf clinic and a round of nine holes at ThunderHawk Golf Club (Beach Park), followed by hors d’oeuvres and wine tasting. For details, visit LCFPD.org/wineand9.

Fridays at 4:30 pm: May 31, June 14, July 19, August 9. $49 per person. Must be 21+.

Fulfill your daily dose of nature at one of our many walking, birdwatching or outdoor education programs: Rx for Health: Walking in Nature, Hike Lake County, Walk With a Naturalist, Birdwatching Hot Spots, Forest Fitness.

Learn more at LCFPD.org/nature-pill.

STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE | Water Quality We adapt management and development practices on our lands to improve water quality and aquatic habitat. In March, three of our ecologists presented projects related to this goal at the Illinois Lake Management Association’s annual conference. Leslie Berns shared the story of returning a sediment-filled lake back into a free-flowing stream. Andrew Rutter shared his expertise of semi-aquatic mammals and how to mitigate damage through adaptive management and collaboration. Gary Glowacki presented a partnership of nine public agencies in Illinois and Wisconsin working to protect one of the largest known populations of endangered Blanding’s turtles in the region. Each project requires complex planning to restore natural areas and improve water quality across diverse landscapes in Lake

LCFPD.org/vision

County. August is National Water Quality Month. Learn ways you can help protect water sources at EPA.gov.

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TOGETHER, ACHIEVING MORE FOR OUR FOREST PRESERVES.

The Preservation Foundation is the charitable partner of the Lake County Forest Preserves. Gifts of all sizes are meaningful and help support projects and initiate programs that may otherwise go unfunded or take many years to complete. Learn more at LCFPD.org/donate or call 847-968-3110.

GREEN YOUTH FARM GROWS HEALTHY COMMUNITIES Right now, teens across Lake County are embarking on that iconic experience: their first summer job. For two dozen young men and women, this means watering, weeding and tending fresh fruits and vegetables on a 1.25-acre farm at Greenbelt Forest Preserve (North Chicago). They are growing healthy food for themselves and their community through this program, which promotes wellness, critical “soft” skills, workforce readiness, and a deeper tie with nature.

The Green Youth Farm is a partnership between the Lake County Forest Preserves and its Preservation Foundation, and the Chicago Botanic Garden. It is entirely supported by donor dollars. Any size gift is meaningful. Just $165 funds one teen for one week's work on the Farm.

Use the enclosed envelope to donate today, or give online at LCFPD.org/ donate. Learn more about the Green Youth Farm at LCFPD.org/GYF.

WE DID IT! Last summer, we kicked off an 18-month Community Stewardship Challenge Grant from Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation to continue habitat restoration and volunteer stewardship at Grassy Lake Forest Preserve (Lake Barrington). We are delighted to report we met the challenge with nine months to spare!

Donors contributed more than $7,000, which was matched 3:1 by Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation. Volunteers donated more than 900 hours, well over the 400-hour goal, to secure another $4,000 through the challenge. Thank you to Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation and all who contributed.

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Donors enjoy a special VIP event at the Dunn Museum.

Guardian Society Recognizes Leadership Gifts A gift of any amount to the Preservation Foundation is meaningful and helps the Lake County Forest Preserves do more. For those who invest at a leadership level— $1,000 or more annually—the Guardian Society offers unique experiences and opportunities. This fall, Guardian Society members will be invited to our first Green Youth Farm Harvest Dinner to see the program in action and spend an evening with students and staff. To learn more or join the Guardian Society, visit LCFPD.org/donate.

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, 15 Birdwatching Hot Spots Join us to look for waterfowl and other migratory species.

Spotting scopes and binoculars will be available.

Saturdays, 8–10 am, Spring Bluff.

Meet at North Point Marina lot.

All ages. FREE. No registration required.

1 Learn to Throw the Atlatl — a Prehistoric Hunting Tool Celebrate World Atlatl Day! Test your aim and prehistoric hunting skills by learning how to throw with an atlatl.

Saturday, 1–2 pm & 3–4 pm, Lakewood— Shelter E. Ages 7 and up. Adult supervision required. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

2 Aquatic Lake County Learn about aquatic life and how the presence or absence of these animals is used to assess water quality.

Sunday, 8–9:30 am, Wright Woods.

Adults. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

4 Filling the Bubble In this writer’s workshop, led by comic book writer Rebecca Rothschild, authors will work on building writing techniques specific to the comic book medium.

Tuesday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Dunn Museum. Adults. $18 residents, $20 nonresidents.

5, 21 Lunchtime Tours: Lakes and Resorts Learn about the historic resorts and summertime activities that drew people to Lake County in the early 20th century.

Wednesday, Friday, 12–12:30 pm, Dunn Museum.

Adults. $6 adults/$3 senior. Includes Museum admission.

6 Pajama Party Storytime: Salamanders Bundle the kids up in their jammies, and join us for a craft and story about salamanders.

Thursday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Dunn Museum.

Families with children ages 12 and under.

FREE. No registration required.

11 Bats Discover the unique adaptations and many benefits of local bats through activities, touch table and a craft.

Tuesday, 10–11 am, Lakewood— Shelter E. Families with children ages 10 and under. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

12 Pond Scooping Put on your rain boots and join us at the pond to scoop for critters living under the water. We’ll learn how to identify what we catch and what you can do to keep their watery home healthy.

Wednesday, 10–11:30 am, Wright Woods.

Families with children ages 12 and under.

FREE. No registration required.

13 Bluebird Hike Learn about eastern bluebirds and what makes them a special species. Take a hike to view birds and the nest box homes we create for them.

Thursday, 9:30–11 am, Ryerson Woods — Classroom Cabins. All ages.

Adult supervision required. $2 residents, $4 nonresidents.

13, 27 Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home Public Tours Drop in to learn about this Illinois governor and ambassador to the United Nations. Tour his home, a National Historic Landmark, at your own pace.

Thursdays, 12:30–4:30 pm, Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home.

Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

14 Small Discoveries: Superheroes Explore the world of comic books at the Marvelocity exhibit and help your little one become a superhero!

Friday, 10–11 am, Dunn Museum.

Children ages 2–5, with an adult. $6 adult/$3 child. Includes Museum admission.

19 From Seed to Sprout: Dig If You Will Learn about the history of Bonner Farm and early settlers to Lake County through a tour of the site and hands-on activities.

Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm.

Children ages 3–10, with an adult. $3 residents, $5 nonresidents.

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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.

JUNE (continued) 19 Senior Series: Early Summer Wildflowers The palette of wildflowers changes throughout the summer.

Join us as we enjoy the splendor of these beauties.

Wednesday, 2–3:30 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center.

Meet in parking lot. Adults 62 and up.

FREE residents, $5 nonresidents.

20 The Writing Life with Russell Lissau Critically acclaimed comic book scribe Russell Lissau, (The Batman Strikes, Old Wounds), will reveal where he gets ideas for stories and how he turns them into comic books.

Thursday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Dunn Museum.

Adults. FREE. No registration required.

21 Community Campfire Friday Nights Join friends and family to roast marshmallows, share stories and enjoy nature at night.

Friday, 7–9 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center. All ages.

Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required. A Lake County Nature Network Event.

24 Hummingbirds Observe these amazing birds as you learn about their life history and how to make a hummingbird-friendly yard.

Monday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Ryerson Woods—Welcome Center.

Adults. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

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25 Turtle Telemetry Learn about the state endangered Blanding’s turtle and our Blanding’s Turtle Recovery Program. Walk in the “boots of a biologist” and test out some of the equipment we use to find and evaluate turtles.

Tuesday, 9:30–11 am, Van Patten Woods­— Shelter A. All ages. Adult supervision required. $2 residents, $4 nonresidents.

26 Invertebrate Adventure Drop in to discover the diversity of life in our preserves while collecting insects. This hands-on program will give you an up-close look at our six- and eight-legged neighbors.

Wednesday, 3–4:30 pm, McDonald Woods.

Families with children ages 12 and under.

FREE. No registration required.

A Lake County Nature Network event.

27 Nature Open House Live animals, crafts and guided activities will introduce you to some of the creatures that call this preserve home.

Thursday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Hastings Lake—Shelter A. All ages. FREE. No registration required.

A Lake County Nature Network event.

29 Fireflies by Firelight Join us for a fun-filled evening learning about these fascinating insects and how to make your yard an oasis for them.

Saturday, 8–10 pm, Ryerson Woods— Welcome Center.

All ages. $3 residents, $5 nonresidents.

Children 3 and under are free. No registration required.

JULY 1, 20 Pop-Up Paddle: Kayak Explore from a solo kayak. Watch for wildlife and learn about aquatic plants. Brief paddle instruction provided.

Monday, 9:30 am–12 pm, Grant Woods Canoe Launch; Saturday, 3:30–5:30 pm, Hastings Lake. Adults, children ages 10 and up with an adult. $18. Equipment provided.

2, 5 Family Fishing Drop in a line and see if the fish are biting. We’ll supply the poles, bait and tips on getting started.

Tuesday, Friday, 10–11:30 am, Independence Grove— North Bay Pavilion. Families with children ages 5 and up. $2 residents, $4 nonresidents. IL fishing regulations apply.

3 Bees and Other Pollinators Visit a touch table to discover the important role bees and other pollinators play in our environment, make a craft, and complete a pollinator scavenger hunt.

Wednesday, 10–11 am, Ryerson Woods— Welcome Center.

Families with children ages 12 and under.

FREE. No registration required.

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The Independence Grove beach gets better Friday afternoons June 14–August 2, from 11:30 am–2 pm. Games, contests and prizes around a different theme each week. Details: LCFPD.org/fff.

JULY (continued) 9 Summer Singing Insects Learn about the insects that make up our summer chorus, then head into the field to observe them in action.

Tuesday, 9:30–11 am, Heron Creek— Shelter A. All ages. Adult supervision required. $2 residents, $4 nonresidents.

9 Earth & Family-Friendly Vegetable Gardening Whether you are new to gardening or a seasoned grower, learn research-based methods to improve your outcomes.

Tuesday, 2–3 pm, Bonner Heritage Farm.

Adults. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

10, 24 Bonner Heritage Farm Tour Learn about the people, the land and the events of this historic 1850s farmstead on this guided tour.

Wednesday, 1–1:30 pm, Bonner Heritage Farm.

Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents

11, 25 Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home Public Tours Drop in to learn about this Illinois governor and ambassador to the United Nations. Tour his home, a National Historic Landmark, at your own pace.

Thursdays, 12:30–4:30 pm, Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home.

Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

11 Pen to Page: Comic Book Drawing Class In this class led by artist Tim Seeley, you’ll learn tools and techniques to create and draw your own comic books.

Thursday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Dunn Museum.

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13, 14 Annual Civil War Days Wander camps to see soldiers, civilians and tradespeople at work.

View a large-scale battle. Meet President Lincoln and shop Civil War-era vendors. Daily schedule and coupon: LCFPD.org/civilwar.

Saturday, 10 am–5 pm & Sunday, 9 am–3 pm, Lakewood.

All ages. Adult supervision required.

Daily: $10 adults, $5 seniors (62 and better) and youth (ages 4–17), ages 3 and under FREE. Weekend pass: $15, $7 seniors and youth.

15 Insects at Night Discover the diversity of insect life during this unique opportunity to explore the preserve after hours.

Monday, 8:30–9:30 pm, Ryerson Woods—Welcome Center.

Adults, families with children ages 12 and up. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

17 Senior Series: Insects of Lake County Learn about the insects found in your backyard, their life cycles, and the differences between beneficial and detrimental insects.

Wednesday, 9:30–11 am, Ryerson Woods—Welcome Center. Adults 62 and up.

FREE residents, $5 nonresidents.

17 From Seed to Sprout: How Does a Garden Grow?

Find out what plants need to grow. We’ll test soil, check the Farmers’ Almanac, and learn about pollination and insects.

Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm.

Ages 3–10 with an adult. $3 residents, $5 nonresidents.

18 Birding in Lake County Start planning your fall birding excursions by joining Nan Buckardt as she discusses birding habitats and shares her favorite places to view birds each season.

Thursday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Dunn Museum.

Adults. FREE. No registration required.

20 Summer Night Hike Observe wildlife after the sun sets on this 1-mile guided hike that focuses on nocturnal animal adaptations and sounds.

Saturday, 8:30–9:30 pm, Heron Creek —Shelter B. Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $7.

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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) 21 Grasslands of Lake County Explore this unique ecosystem rich in biodiversity and discover the variety of plants and animals that call it home.

Sunday, 8–9:30 am, Middlefork Savanna.

Adults. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

23 Frogs Join us for a morning filled with leaping frogs and wiggling tadpoles. We’ll discover the unique life cycle of frogs and other amphibians during this hands-on program.

Tuesday, 10–11 am, Grant Woods— Monaville Road entrance.

Families with children ages 10 and under. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

24 Turtle Meet and Greet Discover the fascinating life history of some of our local turtles.

Learn what you can do to help our turtle neighbors through hands-on activities and a guided walk.

Wednesday, 2:30–3:30 pm, Nippersink. Meet at the first shelter on the left. Families with children ages 12 and under.

FREE. No registration required.

A Lake County Nature Network event.

25 Nature Open House Live animals, crafts and guided activities will introduce you to some of the creatures that call this preserve home.

Thursday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Heron Creek— Shelter B. All ages. FREE. No registration required.

A Lake County Nature Network event.

26 Community Campfire Friday Nights Join friends and family to roast marshmallows, share stories and enjoy nature at night.

Friday, 7–9 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center.

All ages. Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

27 Aquatic Plants and Animals Get close to aquatic plants and animals while paddling. Brief paddle instruction provided.

Saturday, 9 am–12 pm, Independence Grove — North Bay information kiosk. Adults. $30. Equipment provided.

29 Twilight Hike Stroll through a beautiful marsh as day fades to night.

Monday, 7–8 pm, Sedge Meadow.

All ages. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

30 Object Talks: Magniscope Is Lake County the birth place of the motion picture projector?

Yes! Discover the role of the magniscope in early motion pictures and how its inventor Edward Amet used his machine to show movies he created in his backyard.

Tuesday, 2–2:30 pm, Dunn Museum.

Adults. $6 adults/$3 senior.

Includes Museum admission.

31 I Spy Hike How many hidden animals can you spy on this guided camouflage walk? Join us and test your observation skills.

Wednesday, 10–11 am, Raven Glen.

Families with children ages 12 and under.

FREE. No registration required.

31 From Seed to Sprout: Watching it Grow Learn about the parts of a plant and which parts we eat as we work in our garden and test our skills with games.

Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm.

Ages 3–10 with an adult. $3 residents, $5 nonresidents.

AUGUST 1 Nature’s Unpleasant Encounters Mosquitoes, ticks, wild parsnip and poison ivy can be unpleasant when encountered. Learn about each, including tips on how to avoid them.

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Thursday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Dunn Museum.

Families. FREE. No registration required.

Visual presentation and hands-on activities. ®

Be inspired by Lake County’s gospel voices on Sunday, July 28, at the Greenbelt Cultural Center. Gospelfest is an annual favorite featuring choirs and solo performances, and fun nature activities for kids. Food is available for purchase. Details: LCFPD.org/events. Gospelfest is FREE and open to all ages.

AUGUST (continued) 3 On-Water Scavenger Hunt Fuel your sense of adventure and learn about lake ecology while you search for clues about life around the lake.

Saturday, 1:30–3:30 pm & 2:30–4:30 pm.

Hasting Lake–Boat Launch.

Adults, families with children ages 4 and up. $10.

7 From Seed to Sprout: And Field to Fork Learn about farming and food beneficial to our health and planet, as we work in our garden and check on our plants.

Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm.

Ages 3-10 with an adult. $3 residents, $5 nonresidents.

8, 22 Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home Public Tours Drop in to learn about this Illinois governor and ambassador to the United Nations. Tour his home, a National Historic Landmark, at your own pace.

Adlai E. Stevenson Historic Home.

Adults, families with children ages 8 and up. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

10 Meet the Authors of Marvelocity: Alex Ross and Chip Kidd In their book Marvelocity, Alex Ross and Chip Kidd bring to life beloved Marvel Universe comic characters. They tell the stories of the superheroes that live in this universe, and that of a boy who wanted to illustrate them. Meet both authors at this unique book signing.

Saturday, 1–4 pm, Dunn Museum. All ages. $6 adults/$3 child. Includes Museum admission. No registration required.

12 Family Fishing Drop in a line and see if the fish are biting. We’ll supply the poles, bait and tips on getting started.

Monday, 10–11 am, Independence Grove — North Bay Pavilion. Families with children ages 5 and up. $2 residents, $4 nonresidents. IL fishing regulations apply.

13 Small Discoveries: Old-Fashioned Picnic Enjoy an old-fashioned picnic by playing outdoor games, making ice cream and learning about Victorian picnics.

Tuesday, 10–11 am, Dunn Museum.

Children ages 2–5, with an adult. $6 adults/$3 child. Includes Museum admission.

14 Monarch Butterflies Discover the secret lives of monarchs through hands-on activities and a guided walk.

Wednesday, 10–11 am, Ryerson Woods—Welcome Center.

Families with children ages 12 and under. FREE. No registration required.

14, 30 Lunchtime Tours: Marvelocity Get a closer look at the exhibition Marvelocity: The Art of Alex Ross on this 30-minute guided tour.

Wednesday, Friday, 12–12:30 pm, Dunn Museum.

Adults. $6 adults/$3 senior. Includes Museum admission.

15 Full Moon Hike This is a rare opportunity to explore nature after dark. Walk the 2.2-mile trail as the sun sets and the full moon rises.

Thursday, 7:30–9 pm, Pine Dunes.

Adults. $5 residents, $7 nonresidents.

15 Harvesting with Respect Skip Twodoors teaches how Native people treat the natural world. Learn of traditions and ways of paying respect to plants, animals and Mother Earth, as taught by the elders.

Thursday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Dunn Museum.

Adults. FREE. No registration required. ®

17 Fred Fest: A Fundraiser for the Forest Preserves This family-friendly event features five live bands and activities for kids. Net proceeds benefit the Preservation Foundation.

Saturday, 12–6 pm, Fox River — Shelter A. All ages. $10 adult/$5 child, ages 5 and under FREE. Family pass $25. For details and tickets, visit LCFPD.org/fredfest.

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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.

AUGUST (continued) 18 Kids Nature Funfest Engage in pond scooping and critter exploration, nature art, crafts and live animals.

Sunday, 1–4 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center. Families with children ages 12 and under. FREE. No registration required.

A Lake County Nature Network Event.

18, 25 Guided Hike Lake County Join us for a guided walk on this year’s Hike Lake County trails.

Walk a new trail each session.

Sundays, 2–3:30 pm. Visit LCFPD.org/HLC for locations.

All ages. Adult supervision required.

FREE. No registration required.

20 Woodpecker Walk Look at the different species of woodpeckers that call Lake County home, then walk the trail to see how many you can find.

Tuesday, 8:30–10 am, Fort Sheridan.

Adults, families with children ages 6 and up. $2 residents, $4 nonresidents.

21 From Seed to Sprout: Food Preservation Then and Now How do the seasons of the year impact our food? Learn more about farm life in the 1800s and food preservation.

Wednesday, 10–11 am, Bonner Heritage Farm.

Ages 3–10 with an adult. $3 residents, $5 nonresidents.

23 Bess Bower Dunn Day Happy Birthday Bess! Celebrate Bess Bower Dunn’s birthday with free admission and special activities throughout the day.

Friday, 10 am–5 pm, Dunn Museum. All ages. FREE. No registration required.

23 Community Campfire Friday Nights Join friends and family to roast marshmallows, share stories and enjoy nature at night.

Friday, 7–9 pm, Greenbelt Cultural Center. All ages.

Adult supervision required. FREE. No registration required.

A Lake County Nature Network Event.

25 Monarchs, Milkweed and Migration Monarch butterflies across the Midwest will soon begin their migration south. Learn more about monarch life cycles, the importance of native milkweeds and what you can do to help.

Sunday, 1–4 pm, Ryerson Woods — Welcome Center.

All ages.

FREE. No registration required.

CONCERTS IN THE PLAZA Tuesdays, 7:30 pm, Independence Grove, Libertyville. Bring chairs and blankets for these outdoor concerts.

Entrance fee of $10 per car after 5 pm on event nights (drop-offs included). No rain dates. Café open until 9 pm.

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Band

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June 18

De Hurricane Reggae Band

Authentic Reggae

June 25

Rockin’ Fenderskirts

Rock ‘n’ Roll Oldies

July 2

The Chicago Skyliners Big Band

Jazz Swing

July 9

Adam Ezra Group

Roots Rock

July 16

Mississippi Heat

Blues

July 23

Kaleidoscope Eyes

Acoustic Beatles Tribute

July 30

The North 41

Chicago’s Finest Funk

August 6

Rico

Santana Inspired

SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS

Through September 8

MARVELOCITY: THE ART OF ALEX ROSS Considered one of the greatest artists in the field of comic books, Alex Ross has created some of the most iconic images known to fans today. For nearly 30 years, he has revitalized classic superheroes into works of fine art by illustrating characters including Spider-Man, Captain America, Iron Man, Storm from the X-Men, the Avengers, Black Panther and many more. Come discover the Marvel Universe that Ross helped bring to life in the first exhibition of his original artwork in the Chicago area.

Presenting Sponsor, Preservation Foundation of the Lake County Forest Preserves.

September 28–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 Dia 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. Š G. Aldana

$1 OFF Museum admission!

This exhibition was developed by the Field Museum in collaboration with Mars, Incorporated.

Present this page for $1 off a single admission. One-time use. May not combine offers. Expires 12/29/19.

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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

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

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GOLF

FOX RIVER MARINA

GREENBELT CULTURAL CENTER

BRAE LOCH GOLF CLUB

28500 West Roberts Road Port Barrington, Illinois 60010

1215 Green Bay Road North Chicago, Illinois 60064

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

847-381-0669

847-968-3477

FoxRiverMarina.org

GreenbeltCulturalCenter.org

Boat Launch and Marina Hours

Office Hours

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

For hours and fees, visit our website.

By appointment only

BraeLochGolfClub.org

INDEPENDENCE GROVE

BESS BOWER DUNN MUSEUM

COUNTRYSIDE GOLF CLUB

16400 West Buckley Road Libertyville, Illinois 60048

1899 West Winchester Road Libertyville, Illinois 60048

847-968-3499 Main 847-247-1111 Banquets, Meetings IndependenceGrove.org

Prairie and Traditional Courses 20800 West Hawley Street Mundelein, Illinois 60060

847-968-3400 Main

847-968-3100 Tee Times 847-968-3441 Golf Gift Cards 847-489-1931 Golf Outings

DunnMuseum.org Gallery and Gift Shop Hours

Visitors Center Hours 9 am–4:30 pm, unless otherwise posted For beach, marina and café seasonal hours and fees, visit our website.

Parking Fee Lake County residents FREE Nonresidents $5 per car Monday–Thursday $10 per car Friday–Sunday and holidays Vehicle window stickers allow entry without having to verify residency.

Fee is $5, available at the Visitors Center.

10 am–5 pm, Tuesday–Saturday 12–5 pm, Sundays Closed, Mondays

CountrysideGolfClub.org

$6 adults $3 seniors, youth ages 4–17 Free, children ages 3 and under

A Robert Trent Jones Jr. championship golf course

THUNDERHAWK GOLF CLUB

39700 North Lewis Avenue Beach Park, Illinois 60099

Discount Tuesdays $3 adults $1.50 seniors, youth ages 4–17 Open until 8 pm on the first and third Thursdays of every month with free admission after 5 pm.

Free admission sponsored by: ®

RYERSON CONSERVATION AREA 21950 North Riverwoods Road Riverwoods, Illinois 60015 847-968-3320 LCFPD.org/Ryerson Welcome Center Hours 9 am–5 pm, Tuesday–Saturday 11 am–4 pm, Sundays Restroom only, Mondays HORI ZONS QUARTERLY SU M M E R 2 01 9

Tee Times Golf Gift Cards Golf Outings Banquets

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

Tee Times Golf Gift Cards Golf Outings Banquets

ThunderHawkGolfClub.org

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LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES

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

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.

FOREST PRESERVE Entrance/Parking

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OAKtober Celebration October 6 | Ryerson Conservation Area Fall is the perfect time to plant trees and shrubs. Let our experts help you select the right mix for your yard. Bring the entire family out for a native shrub and tree sale (10 am–3 pm), and nature-themed activities and guided tours of the autumnal woodland (1–4 pm).

2019 Symposium: Prohibition in Lake County

GET GOLF READY

On November 2, the Dunn Museum (Libertyville) hosts

Master the swing or get into

the 5th Annual Lake County History Symposium. The

the game through individual

Symposium is open to the public and aims to bring together those interested in and actively researching the history of Lake County. This year’s theme is Prohibition

in Lake County. Proposals for presentations and posters

are requested. Submissions due on or before September 1.

To submit or learn more, visit LCFPD.org/Symposium.

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lessons and group classes now offered at Countryside Golf Club (Mundelein). For juniors and adults; beginners through advanced. Get details at

CountrysideGolfClub.org or 847-968-3321.

◄ FLICKR PICK A rare blue moon, a second full moon in a calendar month, rises at Independence Grove (Libertyville). Posted by Jeff Goldberg via Flickr.

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