Health & Fitness

Rx for Health: Walking in Nature

Join NorthShore University HealthSystem providers for a guided tour of Lake County's forest preserves.

Join the Lake County Health Department / Community Health Center for the last Rx for Health walk of the season. Talk with local naturalists and NorthShore University HealthSystem providers about the health benefits of exercise and outdoor activities while strolling through the forest preserve. The walk takes place at Captain Daniel Wright Woods, 24830 St. Mary's Road, Mettawa, this Saturday, Oct. 15 from 4-5:00 p.m.

The walks are open to all ages. Those 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. All walks start at 4 p.m. and range in length from 1 to 2 miles. These are rain or shine events and no pets are allowed (with the exception of service animals).

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