Tag: Lake of the Woods
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MAYC to reopen July 1 after tests for COVID-19
The Mahomet Area Youth Club made the decision to close their doors until July 1 after a staff member learned they had been in contact with someone who had attended an “Unofficial Prom” that has led to 15 COVID-19 infections as of Thursday. MAYC Director Sara Balgoyen said that as of Thursday the staff that… Read more
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Champaign County Forest Preserve offers Camp in a Bag
The Champaign County Forest Preserve introduces Camp in a Bag for children ages 3 to 11. Because summer camps were canceled as East Central Illinois takes precautions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Forest Preserve decided to bring outdoor summer activities in a different way. Throughout the summer, bags will include Amazing Pollinators, Old Fashioned… Read more
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Mahomet to get first ADA accessible boat launch in Champaign County
A popular gathering point in Mahomet is getting a few new features, making it more accessible for outdoor enthusiasts. Construction on the peninsula at Lake of the Woods, located at the north entrance of the park on Lake of the Woods Road, began Wednesday. Crews began installing an ADA accessible boat dock that will allow… Read more
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Mahomet’s 2020 Freedom Fest Canceled
The Champaign County Forest Preserve has canceled the 2020 Freedom Fest, an annual Fourth of July Celebration at Lake of the Woods. “The continuing uncertainty of the pandemic and concern for the health and safety of participants made it the right decision, albeit a very difficult one”, stated Mary Ellen Wuellner, the Forest Preserve District’s… Read more
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Mahomet Polar Plunge at Lake of the Woods on March 21
The Mahomet Polar Plunge and Donut Dash 5K will be held at Champaign County Forest Preserve’s Lake of the Woods on March 21, 2020. The Polar Plunge is an annual event to raise money for Special Olympics. Each year plungers raise at least $100 for the right to jump into the frigid waters at Lake… Read more
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Help the Environment by Disposing of Live Christmas tree properly
BY DANI TIETZdani@mahometnews.com How to dispose of your christmas tree in Champaign County Santa has come, the presents have been unwrapped and the family ornaments have been taken off the tree. Those with an artificial tree will pack it up for next year, while those with a live tree figure out what to do next.… Read more
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Champaign County Forest Preserve asks public for input on strategic plan
BY DANI TIETZdani@mahometnews.com The Champaign County Forest Preserve District is ready to develop a five-year strategic plan that will take its vision into 2025. But first, they are looking for input from their constituents in Champaign County. The process, which began in the fall of 2018, will come to a head at the Dec. 19… Read more
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CCFPD looks for community input on strategic plan
The Champaign County Forest Preserve is looking for input from the Champaign County community as it looks to update its strategic plan. In order to gather vital insight from residents, the CCFPD will host two public meetings in October. The District is looking for input that helps them develop a strategic plan that will guide… Read more
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Cassel and Harvey medalists at dual meet
BY FRED KRONER fred@mahometnews.com Senior Hannah Cassel was the Mahomet-Seymour Girls’ Golf medalist on Tuesday as M-S topped Blue Ridge, 226-235, in a dual meet at Lake of the Woods. Cassel’s nine-hole score was 54. Ainsley Winters carded a 56. Teammates Cecilia Abramson and Emma Yates each shot 58s. The Bulldogs return to action on… Read more
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Take Me Fishing at Lake of the Woods on July 27
BY DANI TIETZ dani@mahometnews.com The Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve will host Take Me Fishing on July 27 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Boathouse Peninsula. The Champaign County Forest Preserve puts on family-friendly fishing events throughout its parks each year to promote the park system and to encourage children to be active. Other locations… Read more