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Registration Information

Making Reservations

It’s hassle-free. Reservations are taken by phone at 847-968-3321. Make reservations now. Plan early to help ensure you get a schedule that meets your needs.

Please have the following ready when you register:

  • Program choice and location
  • Date and time
  • Alternate date and time
  • School address, phone and e-mail address
  • Number of students and grade level
  • Names of teachers
  • List of special considerations for your group
  • Grant numbers where applicable

For registration, call 847-968-3321. Confirmation of your program and lunch reservations (if applicable) should arrive in the mail within three weeks, along with specific instructions pertaining to your visit.

Satisfaction Guarantee and Cancellation Policy

Your satisfaction is guaranteed. If you are dissatisfied with the quality of a program, let us know and we will apply credit toward another program or provide a refund. Should a problem arise during the planning of your visit, one week’s notice is required to cancel a program without payment.

Unique Lunch Spots

Ask us about reserving a picnic shelter for your group (be sure to book your program first). The Discovery Museum features indoor eating areas to accommodate various group sizes for a nominal fee. Ask about facilities when registering.

While You’re With Us

We strive to provide safe and enjoyable programs and appreciate your assistance. We encourage all students and adults to participate. Chaperones are responsible for maintaining discipline, setting a good example and helping students stay focused on the program. Your comments help us improve our offerings and your feedback is encouraged. Send us an email at forestpreserves@lcfpd.org; call us at 847-968-3321; or write us at: Lake County Forest Preserves General Offices, 2000 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, IL 60048.

Special Needs

Our programs can accommodate those with physical, visual and hearing impairments, as well as ESL considerations and learning and behavioral disorders. Please let us know your group’s special needs when you reserve your program.

Hours

Hours for the Lake County Forest Preserves facilities are listed below. Though the museum opens to the public at 11 am, group programs are available weekdays beginning at 9:30 am. Scout badge programs are offered weekdays and weekends (special fees may apply).

Lake County Discovery Museum
Mon – Sat:  11 am – 4:30 pm, Sun:  1 pm – 4:30 pm
Access to Lakewood Forest Preserve is available from 6:30 am to sunset daily.

Ryerson Woods Welcome Center
Mon – Sat: 9 am – 5 pm, Sun: 11 am – 4 pm
Access to Ryerson Woods is available from 6:30 am to sunset daily.

Independence Grove Visitors Center
Daily 9 am – 4:30 pm, unless otherwise posted
Access to Independence Grove Forest Preserve is available from 6:30 am to sunset daily.