Overlanding Chicago hosted a "camping night" on the Chicago Auto Show floor for the first time.
"I prayed for being found, and not stuck out here for the rest of my life," Nante Niemi said.
The 69-year-old was found walking and complaining of minor pain, but is expected to be okay.
Many campers were trapped because the fire cut off the roads leading out of the area.
A group of scouts in McHenry County are finding ways to stay active, get outside, and spend time together through a virtual campout this weekend.
The Forest Preserves of Cook County will begin selling 2020 picnic permits online and in-person Tuesday.