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Parks and nature
Lansing is home to a large number of parks that are managed by the Lan-Oak Park District, a branch of local government separate from the Village Board. In addition, we are part of a larger community that includes Cook County Forest Preserves and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. All these entities develop programs that are a resource for residents who are interested in outdoor activities, climate, environment, and animals that surround us and impact community life.
USDA awards $8 million for partnership projects
Partnering with Illinois Working Lands, Water and Wildlife Conservation
information provided by the US Department of Agriculture
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (May 8, 2020) – The USDA Natural...
Illinois EPA’s Office of Energy awards second round of grants for energy efficiency at public wastewater plants
Program to fund upgrades for energy efficiency resulting in cost savings
information provided by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (May 7, 2020) - Illinois...
Cook County Forest Preserves celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with virtual festival May 9
Public can participate in Facebook Live programs and at-home activities
information provided by the Forest Preserves of Cook County
COOK COUNTY, Ill. (May 6, 2020) -...
Upgraded Biblical Garden is ready for visitors
by Melanie Jongsma
LANSING, Ill. (May 6, 2020) - The Biblical Garden was a new addition to the grounds at Trinity Lutheran Church last summer,...
USDA grant to encourage landowners to allow public access to land
Land Access Program expands as demand and popularity increase
information provided by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (May 2, 2020) – “What...
Photos: A soggy week in quarantine
April 27–May 1 in Lansing, Illinois
by Melanie Jongsma
LANSING, Ill. (May 1, 2020) - In a week that included rain showers at least part of...
IDNR to reopen select sites for limited activities May 1
Campgrounds, playgrounds, and other amenities will remain closed
information provided by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (April 24, 2020) – To allow Illinois...
Guidelines for enjoying the forest preserves during quarantine
information provided by Friends of the Forest Preserves
COOK COUNTY, Ill. (April 22, 2020) - In order to ensure people's safety while they are enjoying...
South Suburban College announces Tree Campus USA® recognition on Earth Awareness Day
information provided by South Suburban College
SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. (April 22, 2020) – In honor of Earth Awareness Day, South Suburban College (SSC) announced its...
Dunes Learning Center offers daily science content through Distance Learning Collection
information provided by Purdue University Northwest
PORTER, Ind. (April 21, 2020) - Although Dunes Learning Center has suspended its in-person education programs, it continues its...
Dunes Learning Center launches ‘Tracking the Sandsquatch’ video series
information provided by Purdue University Northwest
PORTER, Ind. (April 8, 2020) - Dunes Learning Center has transitioned its education programs to social media and online...
9 places to walk around Lansing
Spending time outdoors helps maintain mental wellness during the stay-at-home order
by Carrie Steinweg
LANSING, Ill. (April 3, 2020) - We’ve all been spending a lot...
Lansing Beautification Committee seeking green thumbs
by Charles Buiter
LANSING, Ill. (March 25, 2020) - With winter coming to a halt, the Lansing Beautification Committee will be springing to action,...
Effective immediately: Illinois Department of Natural Resources closes all state sites
information provided by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (March 16, 2020) – To further prevent the spread of COVID-19, and in accordance...
Calumet Memorial Park District announces phased suspension of programs
Beginning Sunday, March 15, until Wednesday, April 1
by Targett Johnson, Executive Director, Calumet Memorial Park District
CALUMET CITY, Ill. (March 15, 2020) - We find...