PARKS
Your Parks
Lake Forest is home to 17 of the most beautiful parks in the county . Take an afternoon or evening walk or bike ride to a one of our nearby parks and enjoy the scenery !
ARE YOU AWARE ?
The Forestry section has been battling Emerald Ash Borer ( EAB ) since 2009 . Insects and diseases are always a constant threat to our community . Below are some insects and diseases you should consider looking for in the coming year :
»» Emerald Ash Borer
»» Gypsy moth
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Viburnum leaf beetle
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Winter burn ( Junipers , Box Wood , Evergreens )
»» Sunscald
»» Frost Cracks
»» Dutch Elm Disease
»» Bur Oak Blight
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Bacteria Leaf Scorch
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Damage by animals ( Deer , Voles , Mice )
Consult a certified arborist if you have any questions .
PARK RESERVATION PERMITS
The park pavilions and playing fields of Lake Forest are available to Lake Forest residents , not-for-profit community organizations , and schools located within the City boundaries for permit when not in conflict with public activities . All permitted events need to be approved by the Recreation staff . Larger permitted events may need to apply for a special use permit through City Hall . Commercial profit-generating events are not allowed . The permitting season runs from February 1 to October 31 . A permit does not allow for private use of the entire park since the parks are intended for the enjoyment of all residents ; however , it does reserve a pavilion or playing field for private use . For further information on reserving a pavilion or playing field please call the Rec Center at 847.234.6700 or visit our website at www . LFParksandRec . com .
PARKS & FORESTRY
The Parks & Forestry section of the Parks & Recreation department works closely with community organizations and various City departments on park and treerelated issues . Some of the activities and responsibilities include :
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Planting and maintaining trees in parks and public areas |
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Dredging the boat basin at Forest Park Beach |
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Maintaining athletic fields in the parks |
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Maintaining & beautifying the community by caring for landscaping |
throughout the city |
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Mowing cul-de-sacs |
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Tree preservation on ravines & bluffs |
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Monitoring of insects & disease on private & public property |
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Controlled burns on public property for habitat restoration & invasive |
species control |
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Maintenance of city bike paths |
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Installation and maintenance of playgrounds |
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Holiday lights throughout the business district |
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Maintaining Tree City USA certification |
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Removal and mitigation of dead or hazardous trees |
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Maintenance of all City parks |
HELP US MAINTAIN YOUR PARKS
Although crews inspect park sites on a regular basis , litter or vandalism may occur , or additional maintenance may be necessary between visits . The next time you visit one of the parks and notice anything that needs attention , please report to the Parks section at 847.810.3567 .
The Park and Forestry Section is committed to offering the best maintained parks and urban forest in the area . We consider it a privilege to serve this community and will strive to make your parks the best they can be . If you have any questions or suggestions , please contact Chuck Myers , Superintendent of Parks and Forestry at 847.810.3565 .
ADOPT-A-PARK
The Adopt-A-Park program provides opportunities for donors to lend assistance in a variety of ways to help maintain or improve public properties . The program is designed to allow residents , corporate businesses , neighborhood groups , schools , and other community organizations the opportunity to become partners in preserving and enhancing the parks in Lake Forest . It is a fun and rewarding way to give back to the community and help support your city parks .
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