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Rocks Rock

Rocks Rock badge, Girl Scouts of America

Explore our planet of rock as we look at how rocks are formed resulting in different types. Experiment with the different ways fossils are formed and how they can tell you the age of the rock. Then finally, take look at Lake County’s glacial history.

Call 847-968-3321 to reserve this program.

Cost: 
$6 per child ($8 out of county)
Scout Level: 
Junior Girl Scouts
Skills: 
Eligible for badge upon completion
Length (time): 
1 ½ hours
Number of People: 
20 people/group max – 8 min
When Offered: 
Sept-May
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.