Fundraising in underway to re-imagine and build a safe and beautiful pathway at Forest Park Beach that residents and families will enjoy for years to come.
This project hopes to raise $1.5 million in private funds, and The City of Lake Forest has committed an additional $1,336,000 to support the pathway project.
Please join the effort!
Fundraising Goal: $1,500,000
A BRIEF HISTORY:
- The wooden boardwalk at the south end of Forest Park Beach opened in 1987.
- In 2018, the boardwalk was closed due to deterioration and removed. Recreation staff and community stakeholders met at the South Pavilion and shared their thoughts and ideas for replacing the boardwalk.
- 2019: Due to damage from storms and flooding, the focus shifted to the North Beach Access Road and Bluff Restoration.
- 2022: Plans and proposed costs submitted for the new pathway design.
- 2023: Fundraising is underway to rebuild and re-imagine the boardwalk.
THE IDEA
- This project presents a unique opportunity to provide a new pathway that is safe, functional, ADA compliant, and a beautiful asset to Forest Park Beach.
- With support from private donors and the City of Lake Forest, the community will enjoy this enhancement to the bluff for generations to come.
THE PURPOSE
- Walking access between Forest Park bluff and the beach.
- ADA-compliant access for persons with disabilities.
- Easy access for strollers, wagons, etc.
- The construction materials are wood and steel.
- Landscaping will complement and carry the aesthetic of Forest Park Beach.
- The pathway will start at the upper south parking lot and end at the playground.
- There will be two overlooks to rest and enjoy the view.
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TAX DEDUCTIBLE LEVELS OF GIVING
| THE CREST: | $100,000 & Above |
| HIGH TIDE: | $50,000 & Above |
| LAKE EFFECT: | $25,000 & Above |
| MAKING WAVES: | $10,000 & Above |
| BREAKWATER: | $5,000 & Above |
| BEACHCOMBER: | $1,000 & Above |
Your gift of $1000 or more ensures your family name will be listed permanently on our donor board at the North Pavilion.
Donations of any amount are welcome and appreciated!
Donations of any amount are welcome and appreciated!
MAIL: Mail your donation (payable to The Friends of Lake Forest Parks & Recreation Foundation) to 400 Hastings Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045.
ONLINE: Donate Now
FRIENDS OF LAKE FOREST PARKS & RECREATION FOUNDATION
Fundraising Committee:
- Rick Amos
- Kendall Davis
- Nicole Fabiano-Oertel
- Pat Hoch
- PJ O'Neil
FriendsLFPR@cityoflakeforest.com
Parks & Recreation Staff:
- Sally Swarthout, Director of Lake Forest Parks & Recreation
