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Eco-Explorer: Self-Guided

Eco-Explorer Try-It, Girl Scouts of America

Have fun while exploring the trails. We supply a backpack full of activities to do along the way that support the needed requirements.

Call 847-968-3321 to reserve this program.

Cost: 
$20 per group ($40 out of county)
Scout Level: 
Brownies
Skills: 
Eligible for badge upon completion
Length (time): 
Allow 1-1 ½ hours minimum
When Offered: 
Sept-early Oct, late May-July
Location: 

Independence Grove, Libertyville

Independence Grove Forest Preserve
Libertyville
Get Directions: Google Maps

Independence Grove offers outdoor recreation and education opportunities centered on a 115-acre lake. Surrounding prairie and woodlands provide a picturesque backdrop for hiking, biking, picnicking and other fun activities.

The preserve is located in central Lake County near Libertyville. The entrance and parking area are located on Buckley Road (Route 137) just east of Milwaukee Avenue (Route 21) and west of River Road.