The Lake County Forest Preserves will be expanding by just over 50 acres after the approval of two land purchases and a donation during last week’s board meeting.

Glenner found serenity and stability in the forest preserves. He committed to walking three miles a day in a forest preserve, accumulating around 3,000 miles over three years.

What makes an outing like this possible is the partnership between the FPCC and the AbilityLab in an effort to make the forest preserves no longer "an untapped resource for people with ...

Fall foliage at Quiller Woods at Middle Fork Forest Preserve in Oakwood. ABOVE: Seed-collection events are a great way to enjoy the forest preserves. BELOW: Enjoy a slightly spooky stroll through ...

The Lake County Forest Preserves Board approved the purchase of two new parcels. One will expand Lotus Country Conservation Preserve, home to the county’s largest heron and egret rookery. (Photo ...