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Forest Preserve District of DuPage County

Recent News About Forest Preserve District of DuPage County

Kevin Horsfall Director of Planning and Development
Government

Preserve at Oak Meadows receives multiple accolades

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County’s The Preserve at Oak Meadows has continued to garner recognition within the golf community. Recently, Jamie Nieto, the facility's golf services supervisor and PGA head golf professional, was honored with the Deacon Palmer Award by the PGA of America. This award acknowledges a PGA professional who demonstrates exceptional integrity, character, and leadership in overcoming significant personal challenges. Nieto is one of 13 recipients for 2023.

Anamari Dorgan Director of Community Engagement
Government

Graue Mill & Museum opens April 15 with educational programs

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County's Graue Mill and Museum, located at 3800 York Road in Oak Brook within the Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve, will open for the 2023 season on Saturday, April 15. The site is a popular destination for school field trips and family adventures.

Joe Potenza Chief Information Officer
Government

Forest Preserve District hosts Native Plant Sale May 19-20

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County will host its popular Native Plant Sale on May 19 and 20 at Mayslake Peabody Estate, located at 1717 31st St. in Oak Brook. The sale will run from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday.

Scott Eisenmenger Director of Public Safety & Services
Government

Popular forest preserve district amenities open May

Several popular outdoor activities will return to the DuPage forest preserves starting the first weekend in May. Nature enthusiasts can spend a night under the stars at the Forest Preserve District’s 64-site Blackwell Family Campground, which will operate Friday and Saturday nights from May 5 through Columbus Day weekend, with added nights around holidays. Campers can purchase permits online using a desktop computer 24/7 up to a year in advance but must make reservations at least three business days in advance. For additional nights around the holidays, campers should call or...

Erik Neidy Director of Natural Resources
Government

Forest Preserve District urges caution for motorists during turtle nesting season

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County has issued a reminder for motorists to be cautious of turtles on the roads as these reptiles become more active in the spring. From April through October, streets near lakes, ponds, and marshes can often see turtles crossing in search of water, food, and mates. Female turtles are particularly mobile from mid-May to mid-July as they seek nesting sites.

Ed Stevenson Executive Advisor and Director of Business Enterprise
Government

Scientists to tour innovative landfill treatment system at Mallard Lake

Members of the International Phytotechnology Society will tour the closed landfill at Mallard Lake Forest Preserve in Hanover Park on May 26 to study an innovative method for handling leachate. The site, managed by the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, uses an automated irrigation system to distribute leachate to over 8,500 poplar and willow trees across 14.7 acres. These trees absorb the leachate, utilizing its compounds for growth and releasing clean water through their leaves via evapotranspiration. This process reduces both the carbon footprint and costs...

Erik Neidy Director of Natural Resources
Government

Bridges at Hidden Lake reopened after extensive restoration

This past weekend, Forest Preserve District of DuPage County officials and guests gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the reinstallation of two bridges at Hidden Lake Forest Preserve in Downers Grove. The event, held on National Trails Day, marked the successful completion of another 2019 certified master plan project and enhanced trail access at the preserve.