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Deer Grove East: Restoring an historic forest preserve

December 09, 2020

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Chicago Life Magazine shines a light on the ecological revitalization of 185 acres of forest preserve in Cook County

Our Environmental Services team worked in partnership with multiple private and public agencies in Cook County, Illinois to restore a historic forest preserve through removal of invasive trees and shrubs, introduction of native grasses and wildflowers, controlled burns, and improvements to water quality.

Republished courtesy of Chicago Life Magazine.

  • David Bart

    David is an experienced restoration ecologist who has worked extensively to restore the Midwest’s natural ecosystem, focusing on native vegetation installation, invasive species control, prescribed fire management, and erosion control monitoring.

    Contact David

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