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The Spirit of The Lakes is a complimentary publication, distributed throughout the Chain ’o Lakes and Kenosha County area. Keeping up with the same great tradition as the Spirit of Geneva Lakes.

From pumpkin picking to Oktoberfest, to leaf peeping, fall on the Chain O’Lakes is filled with color and fun. The cooler temperatures invite you outside to enjoy the local foliage and autumn celebrations that abound this time of year. So, visit the corn maze, take a trip to the park and celebrate fall!

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SEPTEMBER 19, 26 Farmers Market, downtown

Antioch, 2 to 6 p.m. Info: 224-788-4413

20 Old School Indoor Drive-In, Dunbar Recreation Center, 888 Dunbar Road. Kids, age 4 to 11, can build a box car for the kids car show. Prizes will be awarded for top cars. Family movie, pizza and treats. Info: 847-566-0650

20 Fox Lake Fish Fest: Mayor’s Fish Fry, 4:30 to 8 p.m., Lakefront Park, 71 Nippersink Blvd. Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for kids. Info: 224-225-1404

20-22 Long Grove’s Apple Fest, downtown Long Grove, 308 Old McHery Road. Hours: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Admission: $5 (kids 12 and younger admitted free). Info: 847-6340888 21 Fox Lake Fish Fest: Youth Fishing

Derby, 9 a.m. to noon, Lakefront Park, 71 Nippersink Blvd, Fox Lake. Free. Info: 224225-1404

21 The Great Inflatable Race, Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. Adults only 28 Antioch Fall Wine Walk,

enjoy browsing throughout Antioch’s authentic downtown as you enjoy wine samples.

Info: 224-788-4413

28-29 Lake County Farm Heritage and Harvest Festival, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. Antique tractor display and parade, live music, barrel train rides, make-a-rope, sawmill demos, thresing demo, scarecrow making, farm animals, sheep dog herding, food and more. Tickets: $10 for adults, $5 for kids age 5 to 12.

28-29 Deerfield’s Harvest Festival,

5:30 to 9 p.m., downtown Deerfield.

Farmers market, live music, Touch A Truck, balloons, face painting, food and more. Info: 847-719-7404

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5 Oktoberfest by the Rotary Club of Long Grove, Kildeer, Hawthorn Woods, Buffalo Creek Brewing, 360 Historical Lane, Long Grove. Info: 847-821-6140 5 Wilmot Mountain Fall Fest and 5K, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., 11931 Fox River Road, Wilmot. Day starts with 5K race at 10 a.m. Live music, food, activities and more. Info: 262-862-2301 11-13 The Great Highwood Pumpkin Festival, downtown Highwood.

Hours: 4 to 10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sunday. Carnival, 5K, contests, corn maze, food, live entertainment and more.

12 Scarecrow Day, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.,

downtown Long Grove. Build and dress scarecrows to be on display throughout October.

12 Pumpkin Jubilee, 3 to 7 p.m., Community Garden Green, 17 E. School Court, Fox Lake. Artisan food vendors and pumpkin carving. Info: 224-225-1404 13-28 Halloween Town in Long

Grove, various times, downtown. Pumpkin carving, Ghost Walk Oct. 26, trick or treating Oct. 26, Costume Pet Parade Oct. 28. Free admission.

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Night of 1,000 Jack-O’Lanterns, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe. Info: 847-835-5440

17 Witches’ Night Out, 5 to 8 p.m., downtown Long Grove. Stores will stay open late for grown-up witches and warlocks to have fun shopping, sipping and dining – with treats and specials planned.

19 Zombiewalk, 5 to 10 p.m., Jack Benny Plaza, Genesee Street, Waukegan.

Metal on the Rocks concert, food, beer vendors, face painting and more. Free show for all ages. Info: 847-623-6650

19-20 Hainesville’s Civil War Encampment and Battle, South Hainsville Road. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Sunday. Relive history as knowledgeable re-enactors, both military and civilian in period garb, recreate an American Civil War encampment and battle. Free admission and parking. Info: www. hainesville.org.

25 Boo Bash, 5 to 8 p.m., North Park, 1025 Riverwoods Road, Lincolnshire.

Magic show with a fire-eater, haunted trail/house, hayride, games, bounce house, small animal exhibit, Halloween movies, food and beverages from local vendors and food trucks and more. Info: 847-913-2313

26 Fall Trick-or-Treat Festival, Mellody Farm, Vernon Hills. Free open house trickor-treating festival for the entire family!

Costume contests, games, live music and trick-or-treating. Info: 630-645-2800

26 Mundelein’s Boo Bash, 3 to 6:60 p.m., Mundelein Community Center/ Keith Mione Community Park, 1401 N. Midlothian Road. Candy and treats, games, prizes, entertainment and costumed characters. Food for purchase.

Free admission. Info: 847-566-0650.

28 Halloween Howl, 4 to 7 p.m., Fox Lake Police Department, 301 South Route IL 59. Free admission. Info: 224225-1404

31 Trick or Treat on Mainstreet, 11 17 Grayslake Park District’s Pumpkin a.m. to 2 p.m., downtown Libertyville. Trick

Fest, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Central Park, 250 Library Lane. Halloween games, hayrides, character path, costume contest, bounce houses and more. Cost: $13 per child, adults free with attending child.

19 Antioch’s Treat the Streets and Monster Mash, Antioch’s business community. Trick-or-treating in from noon to 2 p.m., Monster Mash at the Bandshell from 1 to 4 p.m. 224-788-4413 SPIRIT of THE LAKES

or treating at local merchants and photo ops. Info: 847-680-0336

The calendar of events is compiled from a variety of sources including the Lake County, Illinois Convention and Visitors Bureau and contains events available as of press time.

Because event times, dates and location can change, we suggest you visit www. visitlakecounty.org to confirm events prior to making travel plans.

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This year the corn maze at Richardson Adventure Farm’s Fall Festival honors the 50th anniversary of the Apollo space flights and their landing on the moon. The corn maze design is created by computer months before. The corn stalks are planted in much higher density when being planted for a corn maze than when planting just for the corn.

Pumpkin picking and more Autumn activities on the farm

by Sandra Landen Machaj CORRESPONDENT

Fall is in the air and it’s time to enjoy the harvest. September and October on the Chain O’Lakes means fall festivals with activities for young and old alike.

With activities such as apple and pumpkin picking, a variety of amusement rides and those corn mazes, a visit to one of the fall festivals is the perfect way to enjoy family time.

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The corn maze is a favorite of both children and adults as they find their way through the tall corn stalks. There are easy exits for those who wish to do a portion of the maze at a time or one can attempt covering the whole maze in one trip. The choice is yours.

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The pig races are a favorite of young visitors to the Richardson Adventure Farm. They enjoy petting the pigs and giving them treats after the race as much as watching the actual race.

He does not recommend bringing young children at night because it may be too intense. Maze until Midnight occurs on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 13 and 14 and Oct. 11 and 12.

A variety of exciting other adventures The Richardson Adventure Farm is await visitors at the farm. The 700-foot known for the World’s Largest Corn Maze. zip line whisks people down in record “The corn maze begins with a computer time, or take a ride down the hill in the generated design, long before planting 11-foot ORBiting ball. Visitors can also begins,” said George Richardson, who, climb the 50-foot observation tower for a along with his brother Robert, is the second breathtaking view of the grounds. generation to run the farm.

The younger children will enjoy the This year’s design is in honor of the 50 smaller-sized rides and the pig races. After the race the children gather around giggling to pet the pigs and offer them a treat.

Each year Richardson Adventure Farm grows thousands of pumpkins, squash and gourds in all sizes and colors. Some are pre-picked, but feel free to wander into the pumpkin patch and pick your own.

On weekends the wagon will take you out to the pumpkin patch and back. Ever notice that it is the smallest child who will pick the largest pumpkin? Pumpkins, squash and gourds are all priced at 45 cents a pound.

With all the activity, one is sure to get hungry. Stop in the pavilion and pick up one of your favorite picnic foods, hot dogs, hamburgers, pulled pork etc. But save room for some dessert. Try the homemade fudge or the cinnamon cider donuts for a real taste treat.

For a complete description of activities, hours and price of tickets, visit www.

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Farmtractions is the amusement area of Stade’s Shades of Autumn fall festival. Enjoy The Adventure Farm is open from Sept. over 30 attractions included with the admission fee, enough activities to keep the entire 7 to Nov. 3.

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The corn maze is the favorite activity of families at the farm. With 9 to 10 miles of trails spread over 28 acres, a great deal of time may be spent in the corn maze alone.

Many families will do part of the maze, then take a break and come back after sampling some of the other activities.

“The best time to visit the maze is at night,” George said. “It is a very different experience. Magical campfires add a special glow.”

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Stade’s Farm Fall Festival 3709 Miller Road McHenry Fall is a special time at Stade’s Farm and Market. In addition to enjoying the fine quality freshly grown fruits and vegetables for which they are known, there are special activities to enjoy. The Shades of Autumn Fall Festival runs until Oct. 27 and offers agricultural-centered activities for the whole family.

“For over 20 years we have provided a great family time filled with wholesome activities,” said Vern Stade, owner of Stade’s Farm and Market. “Picking their own fruits and vegetables is always enjoyable and educational for families.”

Apples and pumpkins can be picked from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on weekends.

A tractor-pulled wagon will deliver you to the pumpkin patch and pick you up. Each pumpkin is $7 regardless of size.

The farm includes more than 30 different activities with a general admission ticket.

“The pumpkin cannon where employees shoot pumpkins out of a long canon, draws visitors to watch the pumpkins fly high into the air,” said Keri Rohde, a seven-year employee at Stade’s. “We also offer a corn maze that is enjoyed by many.”

The petting zoo with its goat bridge encourages children to interact with farm

animals. Traditional festival rides including a 1926 antique carousel will bring smiles to children’s and some adult faces. A climbing web, tractor tire swings and a zip-line, one for parents and one for children, are among the many activities for the day. Vendors are available onsite with food items.

Each Sunday morning during Shades of Autumn, an open-air worship service, with contemporary music and visiting speakers or clergy.

For more information, visit www. stadesfarmandmarket.com.

Other area pumpkin farms A few other local pumpkin farms that hold fall festivals that you may want to visit. Contact them for hours and prices.

All Seasons Orchard 14150 Illinois 176 Woodstock Apple orchard, pumpkin patch, corn maze and 30-plus fall activities including pony rides, live shows, and apple cannon. Open daily September and October. For more information, call 815-338-5637.

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This group of youngsters is having a good time on the gigantic jumping pillow. Note the corn maze in the background.

Goebberts Pumpkin Patch and Apple Orchard 42W813 Reinking Road Pingree Grove Fifteen different attractions for kids. Animal land with a giraffe barn and pony rides, open daily. For more information, call 847-468-5952.

Kroll’s Fall Harvest Farm 13236 W. Townline Road Waukegan Corn maze, hayrides, visit the animals. For more information, call 847-662-5733.

Patch 22 15900 W. Kelly Road Wadsworth Working farm with hayrides, pony rides and spooky hayloft. Feed the animals. Admission is free with charges for activities. For more information, call 847-336-0120.

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Chain O’Lakes State Park offers fun for all

by Sandra Landen Machaj CORRESPONDENT

Looking to take advantage of the beautiful summer weather and spend time enjoying a mini vacation? Chain O’Lakes State Park offers a variety of activities for your whole family, so close to home it makes a single day outing or weekend camping trip easily accessible.

Located in the northeastern corner of Illinois in both Lake and McHenry counties, and bordered by Wilmot Road and Illinois Highway 173, the 2,800-acre state park with its adjoining 3,200-acre conservation area makes it large enough that there is always some interesting activity to enjoy.

The park became a state park, named in 1946 with an initial purchase of 849 acres. By 1957, it was able to expand its size with the incorporation of land that was the home of the Civilian Conservation Corps camp founded in the 1930s.

Further growth occurred in 1969 when the Department of Conservation

purchased the acreage, which was known as the Stevens Farm. The Stevens family originally received the property in 1843 as a land grant.

The park contains a diverse blend of open prairie, and heavily wooded areas with beautiful trees that form canopies over the trails and roads through the area, including the 44-acre Turner Lake.

Imagine a day at the park with a variety of outdoor activities for every member of the family to enjoy. Start by bringing a picnic lunch and enjoy one of the pleasant picnic areas to enjoy time with family or friends while you enjoy your lunch.

There are seven picnic areas each equipped with tables, water, grills, and toilets. Three of the areas – Oak Grove, Maple Grove and Oak Point – have playground equipment on site that will keep the kids busy for hours.

Four of the groves – Oak Point, Deer Path, Oak Grove and Catfish Cove – have picnic shelters that will protect from sun or rain. The use of these shelters requires a reservation, and a $25 fee, which can be made on line at www.reserveamerica.com.

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Groups of 25 or more who wish to picnic in the park must secure advanced written permission from the Park Office.

Water sports

Chain O’Lakes State Park is a water lover’s paradise. Located in the heart of the Chain O’Lakes region, it borders three of the chain’s lakes, Grass Lake, Lake Marie and Nippersink Lake along with the Fox River.

Bring your boat and enjoy the free boat launch to begin your day on the water.

While the launch is free, all boats on the Chain of Lakes waters must comply with the Fox Waterway Agency’s user fees.

There is no horsepower limitation on boats using the Chain O’Lakes. Only trolling motors may be used on Turner Lake.

Don’t have a boat? Rent a kayak or a canoe at the rental station and enjoy time on the water while getting in some exercise. The concession stand will supply boats, fishing equipment, bait and camping supplies along with soft drinks and everyone’s favorite summer treat – ice cream.

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Fishing is a favorite activity on the Chain because of the variety of fish found in the lakes. The most popular fish include bluegill, large mouthed bass, walleye, crappie, Muskie, northern pike, catfish and yellow and white bass.

Fishing from boats is most popular as the marshy nature of the park’s shoreline makes fishing from the shore difficult, but there are some fishing piers on land that provide the opportunity to fish from shore without having to stand on the marshy shore.

Hiking and biking

The Nature’s Way hiking trail begins at Oak Grove Picnic Area and is 2-1/2-miles long. It will take you through a beautiful wooded area lined with a variety of trees including oak, hickory, cherry, birch, sumac and spruce.

Looking for a longer trail? A biking/hiking trail 6 miles in length will provide a more challenging hike or bicycle ride. It can be accessed at any of the picnic areas between the Concession Stand and the Park Office. If you didn’t bring your own bike, stop at the Concession stand where they may be rented.

The Pine Marsh North Picnic Area has been developed specifically to provide accessibility for disabled and elderly visitors and provides the park experience in a safe environment. This area includes a 1/4-mile hiking trail that can safely be used by all.

Horseback riding

A special unique feature of the Chain O’Lakes Park is the Equestrian Trail with three loops of trails that cover 8 miles. The parking lot for horse trailers is near the park entrance. Bring your horse, park your trailer, start riding and enjoy.

If you don’t own a horse, visit the horse rental concession at the first left turn when entering the park from Wilmot Road.

For the past couple of years the horse-rental concession, which had been special to the park, was closed after the concessioner left the area. This year the concession has been reopened to the delight of the many young and old riders who enjoyed riding in the park.

Becky Weringer now leases the concession.

“We offer guided trail rides for those seven years of age and older ranging from 40 minutes to 2 hours in length. The horses and riders are paired to accommodate the rider’s ability, size, and horse’s temperament. We also offer pony rides for children under 7 years of age,” Weringer said.

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While a day trip to the park is enjoyable, spending a night or two at the campgrounds makes the experience a vacation. The Chain O’Lakes Park offers a large number of campsites, which can be as rustic or as high end as one wishes it to be.

Looking for a campsite with as many amenities as possible? The Class A Premium areas are just the campsites for you. Located in Honey Suckle Hollow and Fox Den, there are a total of 151 sites which rent at a cost of $25 per night except for holidays.

Memorial Day, Independence Day (July 4), and Labor Day weekends the fee is raised another $10. The sites have electricity, disposal stations, flush toilets and shower houses.

Pitch your tent or bring in your camper.

A more economical and more rustic way to camp is to stay at one of the three Class B Premium camp areas. The park has 87 of these campsites at Turner Lake South, Prairie View, and Mud Lake East. The sites have water available, vault toilets and access to showers. They are more economical renting at $12 each per night.

For Pat and Al Harrison, camping with their family is a frequent summer event.

“We try to come out every few weeks for a day or two either here or at one of the other campgrounds we enjoy,” Pat Harrison said. “Disconnecting and spending time with nature is good for all of us.”

Bringing a group of youngsters to camp in the park? The youth group camp area, which accommodates up to 150 youth, is available at only $2 per person per night. Adults must accompany the group. Advance registration is needed for the youth group camp.

If you are new to camping, try one of the three cabins available. Each cabin has two bunk beds and a double bed. The cabin includes electricity, a table and six chairs, a picnic table, a charcoal grill, a dustpan and broom and a fire extinguisher. No restroom facilities are provided in the cabin.

Dogs and other pets are not allowed at the cabin site. The cabins cost $50 per night.

Reservations are recommended at www.reserveamerica.com.

Chain O’Lakes State Park is at 8916 Wilmot Road, Spring Grove, Illinois. The park is open through the summer from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., winter hours are from 8 a.m. until sunset.

The park is open every day except Christmas. During hunting season the park is closed except for hunting from November until Jan. 1.

For more information, call 847-587-5512.

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