Lake Forest Parks & Recreation Brochures Summer & Camp 2018 | Page 76

PA 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 » » Viburnum leaf beetle » » Winter burn (Junipers, Box Wood, Evergreens) » » Sunscald » » » » » » » » Frost Cracks Dutch Elm Disease Bur Oak Blight Bacteria Leaf Scorch » » 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 tree-related issues. Some of the activities and responsibilities include: » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » » 58 Planting and maintaining trees in parks and public areas Dredging the boat basin at Forest Park Beach Maintaining athletic fields in the parks Maintaining & beautifying the community by caring for landscaping throughout the city Mowing cul-de-sacs Tree preservation on ravines & bluffs Monitoring of insects & disease on private & public property Controlled burns on public property for habitat restoration & invasive species control Maintenance of city bike paths Installation and maintenance of playgrounds Holiday lights throughout the business district Maintaining Tree City USA certification Removal and mitigation of dead or hazardous trees Maintenance of all City parks www.L F Pa r ks a n dRec .co m 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 business, 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.