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Welcome to the Lake County Farm Bureau.

Here you will find the latest and most up-to-date information about the County Farm Bureau and the services it offers you.

 

Lake County Farm Bureau News

U of I Extension Announces New Teacher Grants

June 25, 2009

The Christian County Unit of the University of Illinois Extension would like to announce a new teacher grant opportunity, which is being offered through the Dudley Smith Initiative.

Member to Member Discounts

June 22, 2009

To take advantage of any of these offers, show your paid up Lake County FB Membership card.  These local businesses will be pleased to provide the services and products they advertise.  If your business or service would like to provide your own member to member discount feel free to contact the Lake County Farm Bureau office at (847) 223-6506.

Lake/Mchenry County FSA Office Temporarily Closed

June 22, 2009

The Lake/McHenry FSA Office is temporarily closed due to severe building damage caused by the weather this past weekend. The building has been red-tagged due to structural safety concerns.

Pet Supply Drive a Great Success

June 16, 2009

Arlene Anderson helps load some donated dog food.

The Lake County Farm Bureau would like to thank all those who participated in our organizations recent pet supply collection.

The event was a huge success. Contributions exceeded all expectations, and truly made a difference for animals countywide. From frisbees to flea treatment all of the donations were greatly appreciated.

Lincoln Park Zoo Unveils New Soybean Exhibit

June 11, 2009

LCFB Manager Greg Koeppen demonstrating the exhibit to his intrigued coworkers.

Last Tuesday, June 9th Lake County Farm Bureau Manager Greg Koeppen, Information Director Andy Blaul, and Summer Intern Frank Chambers had the opportunity to view the ribbon cutting ceremony at the Lincoln Park Zoo's new interactive soybean exhibit.

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Upcoming Lake County Events

Visit Historic Galena with LCFB!

Event Date and Time: 
July 21, 2009 - 8:00am

Historic Downtown Galena

Please join us as we visit a bygone era where steamboating and lead mining once ruled the day.  Step back in time; explore a region that was home to nine Civil War generals and a United States President.

U.S. Mailboat Tour

Event Date and Time: 
August 19, 2009 - 10:00am

 

Take a ride on the most exciting tour Lake Geneva Cruise Line offers - the US Mailboat! An actual mail delivery to lakeshore homes, the Mailboat gives passengers a front row view to some of the most remarkable scenery in the Midwest. In addition, the unique mail delivery will have you on the edge of your seat - the boat never stops and their agile and speedy mail girl must jump from the boat to the dock and back in order to make her appointed rounds!

 

Branson Missouri Overnight Trip Planned

Event Date and Time: 
October 4, 2009 - 6:30am


The Lake County Farm Bureau invites you to join us for 4 days and 3 nights in Branson, Missouri.  Our trip will depart the Lake County Farm Bureau on Sunday, October 4 and return on Wednesday, October 7.