Winter
100 Things to Do in Winter
I am not a fan of winter. But I am a fan of lists, so I decided to take on this challenge: come up with 100 things to do in Lake County IN WINTER. I […]
Winter
Ice skating
Where To Go Ice Skating: Ice Rinks in Lake County
Winters in Lake County can be so bitterly cold it is hard to be outside sometimes. Ice Skating is such a classic winter activity, yet the weather can make it unbearable. We’ve rounded up some […]
Sledding
Where to go Sledding this Winter in Lake County
I have a love/hate relationship with snow. I hate driving in it, walking in it, and most of all shoveling it, but the feeling of sledding down a really big hill makes all of those […]
Christmas
Christmas Tree Farms In and Around Lake County {2016}
This is the year we are going to go out into the wilderness and get a fresh Christmas tree! We haven’t tried it in the past because our Super Kmart Martha Stewart Living tree had […]
Winter
Winter Farmers Markets in Lake County {2016}
The colors of the trees are shifting from green to golden hues and raving reds, and the chillier winds are causing us to put on our tall boots and scarves. We see the closing of […]
Ice skating
Playground Profile: Oak Ridge Park {Lindenhurst}
So there’s a new spray park in Lindenhurst. But I’m writing to you with trepidation in my heart because this is MY secret! But, I guess you can join us and we’ll play nicely. Oak Ridge […]
Outdoor Play
Maple Syrup Harvest Events 2016
As a kid, I remember trudging out to the back of my Grandparents’ Lake Villa farm all bundled up to harvest maple syrup. Sadly, those trees are long gone. Given my fond memories of syruping […]
Ice skating
Outdoor Ice Skating in Lake County {2016}
The weather in Lake County can be frightful in the winter, but don’t stay cooped up in the house. Outdoor ice rinks are a great way to make the best of the plunging temperatures that […]
Indoor Play
Winter fun for Toddlers/Preschoolers {2016}
Presenting our Winter Edition of FREE or low-cost activities for preschoolers and toddlers with cabin fever! If you don’t fear the cold, the sled hills are open and will be empty today, as the big […]
Hiking & Trails
Volo Bog Winterfest 2016
Volo Bog State Natural Area is a treasure in our own backyard. This National Natural Landmark and Illinois Nature Preserve is the only quaking bog in Illinois. The property is made up of more than […]