Hiking & Trails
Hike and Play! Lake County Forest Preserves with Playgrounds
Hiking trails in Lake County that have access to playgrounds and other features making them more fun for young children. […]
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Outdoor Play
Campfires with Kids: Tips & Safety
To me, nothing says summer like Campfires and S’mores. They aren’t something I had growing up as a kid, but as a teen and young adult, I ran the community campfires for my local Park […]
Outdoor Play
Summer Fun: Backyard Camping
With this summer’s pandemic limiting travel opportunities for families, it’s the perfect time to experience the joys of camping. In fact, you don’t even have to leave the safety of your property to have a […]
Hiking & Trails
Fun with Fido: Lake County Dog Parks
Editors Note: Lake County Dog Parks are reopening! This story was originally published in 2016 and has been updated to current information. Running free through the forest, swimming through lakes, and chasing friends is something […]
Ice skating
Where to go Ice Skating in Lake County
Does winter weather bring visions of you and your family gracefully gliding over the ice wearing cute winter gear? Luckily for us there is no shortage of ice skating rinks in Lake County. And yes, […]
Fitness
Best Bike Trails in Lake County for Families
Lake County is filled with beautiful parks and natural open spaces. One of the best ways to take in the beauty of Lake County is by bike. There are miles upon miles of options for […]
Fall
Five Fun Fall Activities for the Whole Family
School is in session, and between homework and extracurricular activities, family time can be hard to find in the fall. But autumn is ripe with opportunities to spend fun time together and sneak in a […]
Nature Centers & Gardens
Heller Nature Center – Nature Discovery Days
Mark your calendar for this fun FREE event! […]
Day Off Events
Columbus Day Activities and Events {2017}
Looking for something fun to do when your kids don’t have school on Columbus Day? Some school districts in Lake County are off on Monday, October 9. Check out some local ideas and worth the […]
Outdoor Play
2017 Solar Eclipse: Where to Watch, What to Do, in Lake County
This story contains affiliate links. Prepare yourself and your kids for a spectacular sky event! On August 21, 2017 Chicago and Lake County will be in the path of the first solar eclipse this […]