Bemis Woods habitat grant award
Forest Preserves Of Cook CountyIllinois- Detected
- Oct 20, 2026
- 15 days ago
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From the meeting
S. Fish and Wildlife Service to restore and enhance 51 acres of habitat at Bemis Woods and support community engagement activities. The project period runs from 9/11/2026 through 9/30/2029, retroactive to the start date.
The summary said work would include invasive brush removal, tree thinning, revegetation, oak propagation with the Chicago Botanic Garden, and nature walks with the Chicago Bird Alliance. The Forest Preserves also identified a direct match of up to $136,500, including $10,000 in-kind support.
- Meeting date
- October 20, 2026
- Agency
- Forest Preserves Of Cook County
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