Outdoor Play
National Park Week 2021
Celebrate National Parks Week by learning about what they are and where in the Midwest you can find one. […]
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Summer
Summer Outdoor Movies
After the winter that never wants to end, it’s hard to imagine being outside for more than 15 minutes, let alone watching a movie outside! But if all goes as planned, summer should arrive in […]
Outdoor Play
Playground Profile: Veteran’s Memorial Park {McHenry}
In the center of the City of Mchenry, and a short walk from the downtown area is Veteran’s Memorial Park, located on Pearl Street. Surrounded by giant shade trees and lots of grass, this […]
Playgrounds and Parks
Playground Profile: Nicholas- Dowden Park {Libertyville}
I have lived in the Lake County area my entire life. During this time I have heard of Nicholas-Dowden Park multiple times, however I had never actually seen or visited this park. Since the weather […]
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Rock The Playground Tour Stop #2: Townline Park, Lake Forest
One down, and three to go as we keep on rolling around Lake County to Rock the Playground with Advocate Condell Medical Center. For those who came to rock, we salute you! Thanks for coming […]
Outdoor Play
Playground Profile: Tooterville Park {Grayslake}
All aboard for a tooting good time at the Tooterville Park in Grayslake. Not only is it partly shaded, accessible for all ages and abilities, and is incredibly well kept, but it’s accessible by Metra […]
Outdoor Play
Playground Profile: Trevor Creek Park {Antioch}
Sometimes a quick trip to a quiet, neighborhood park is just what you need to round out your day with the kids. Trevor Creek Park in Antioch is the perfect spot to duck in for […]
Playgrounds and Parks
Playground Profile: Lakefront Park
A change of scenery is always a good thing! Check out Lakefront Park in Fox Lake this summer to take in the cool lake breezes and Chain O’ Lakes views. Tucked behind the train station […]
Outdoor Play
Playground Profile: Central Park {Grayslake}
When you have little ones, it is a struggle to find things to do every day that won’t cost you a dime, yet will still entertain them. It is even harder if you have kids of multiple ages. […]
Hiking & Trails
Playground Profile: Pedersen Park {Antioch}
Tucked away down a hill from one of the busiest intersections in Antioch is Pedersen Park. The quiet, sprawling waterfront park and playground sits under massive old cottonwood tress on a long peninsula surrounded by […]