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Parks/Forestry & Recreation 
The City of Evanston's Parks/Forestry and Recreation Department provides a wide range of services that improve the quality of life of those who live, work or play in Evanston.
The department's mission is to preserve and maintain a healthy urban forest; provide safe and attractive parks, beaches and open spaces; foster appreciation of our natural resources and conservation through education; provide the highest quality recreation and sports programs and services for people of all ages and abilities; assist local artists and arts organizations; foster arts education in Evanston; and advocate for the arts.
Winter 2008-09 (pdf)
You can make a tax-deductible donation in honor of or in memory of a loved one.
Donation brochure (pdf).
Application form to dedicate a memorial bench (.pdf)
Application form to dedicate a tree in the Memorial section of the Ladd Arboretum (pdf).
Emerald Ash Borer Update
The Illinois Department of Agriculture has designated a Web site with information specific to Illinois' fight against the Emerald Ash Borer: www.ILLINOISEAB.com
Lightning detection system installed in James Park and Robert Crown Park (pdf.)
PARKS/FORESTRY & REC