In this dynamic two-week outdoor program, culminating with an overnight camp-out, high schoolers will explore and study the local ecosystems of Lake County. Conservation Explorers (ConEx) will highlight the importance of conservation and stewardship as participants gain real-world, hands-on experience through data collection and learning from Forest Preserve experts.

Participants will also learn about summer job opportunities and career options in the science field.

Conservation-Explorers-icon-FINAL ConEx is based primarily outdoors and includes hiking, paddlesports, hands-on stewardship projects and other physical activities.

This program is for teens, ages 14-16, entering grades 9 or 10 in fall 2023. We are unable to make age exceptions because activities are geared to cognitive, emotional and physical abilities for this program's specific age range.

Week 1

July 10–14

9 a.m.–3 p.m. Independence Grove

Week 2

July 17–20

9 a.m.–3 p.m. Independence Grove

Overnight

July 21–22

3 p.m.–10 a.m. Van Patten Woods

Cost includes all programing and transportation between sites, as well as camp-out food and supplies.

Need-based financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Participants will receive additional program forms via email within two weeks after your registration has been submitted.

Email AskAnEducator@LCFPD.org with questions or to inquire about special accommodations.

Admission Cost

For more information, call AskAnEducator@LCFPD.org

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