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Family Day in the Bird Habitat
October 4th – – 9 AM to 1130 AM
Join us for an autumn work day, to gather seeds from native plants and spread them in other spots. Stay for a tree walk. All activities are family friendly and drop-in. No Experience needed
Gillson Beach Clean Ups In October
October 3, 10 or 24th – – 9 AM to 11AM
Gillson Beach House
Join us for one of our last beach clean ups before the weather turns. Check our calendar for any updates
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Mosquito Season Is Lasting Longer: Keep an Eye Out for Standing Water
Heavy rains and warmer autumns are lengthening the time when mosquitoes can lay eggs and reproduce. In particular, the Asian tiger mosquito is a new species in our area that likes to lay its eggs in containers of still water. Check your property for even small amounts of standing water in places like the dishes under flower pots and the tops of rain barrels or puddles on tarps. Get rid of that water.
Barrier treatments sprayed by private companies are not effective for reducing mosquito populations. If you have biting mosquitoes you can contact the North Shore Mosquito Abatement District for a free property inspection.
Keep in mind that ticks are still active in the fall as well, especially in forested and shrubby areas. Barrier treatments do not address ticks. If you will be in an area with ticks, wear long sleeves and long pants. Use EPA approved tick repellents. Tuck pants into socks. Check yourself for ticks when you get home!
Gas powered leaf blowers are banned through Septebmer!
The Village allows gas powered leaf blowers to be used in residential areas in October and November to help with fall cleanup. Instead, leaving your leaves in garden beds and under trees helps plants, insects and wildlife. Many insects spend the winter in dried leaf litter.
The leaves also insulate plants underground and break down over time, returning nutrients to the soil.
Help our environment do its own reducing and reusing by Leaving your Leaves!
Park District Receives Sustainable Fleet Award!
The Park District has been transitioning its fleet of vehicles and landscaping equipment to run on electric, hybrid or battery-powered energy.
Last week the District announced that it has been ranked among the top 50 green fleets in North America by the NAFA Fleet Management Association. The Green Fleet Awards honor government and commercial fleets that demonstrate leadership in sustainability and environmental stewardship.
The District reports that four years ago it had only one green vehicle and now has transitioned roughly half its vehicles and smaller tools to greener models. Congratulations to the Park District!
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