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Hammond Today
By the People, for the People
Bears' plan for possible NW Indiana stadium near Wolf Lake drawing environmental groups' attention
Hammond is under consideration for a new Chicago Bears stadium near Wolf Lake, potentially replacing the city's Lost Marsh Golf Course and bringing major crowds to the area.
Published on Mar. 10, 2026
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The Chicago Bears are considering building a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana, near Wolf Lake, which could potentially replace the city's Lost Marsh Golf Course. Environmental advocates are raising concerns about the impact on migratory birds and local wildlife, while Hammond's mayor says he has not seen any environmental complaints in 22 years. The Bears are still studying the site and have not set a decision date.
Why it matters
The potential construction of an NFL stadium in Hammond would have significant implications for the local community, including increased crowds and traffic, as well as potential environmental impacts on the nearby Wolf Lake and surrounding wildlife habitats. The decision could also impact the future of the Lost Marsh Golf Course, a longstanding community asset.
The details
The Chicago Bears are exploring the possibility of building a new stadium in Hammond, Indiana, near Wolf Lake. This location would potentially replace the city's existing Lost Marsh Golf Course. Environmental advocates have raised concerns about the impact the stadium could have on migratory birds and local wildlife in the area. However, Hammond's mayor, Thomas McDermott Jr., has stated that he has not seen any environmental complaints in his 22 years in office. The Bears are still studying the site and have not set a timeline for a decision.
- The Bears are still studying the site and haven't set a decision date.
The players
Chicago Bears
A professional American football team and member of the National Football League (NFL).
Thomas McDermott Jr.
The mayor of Hammond, Indiana, who has not seen any environmental complaints related to the potential stadium site in his 22 years in office.
Lost Marsh Golf Course
A municipal golf course located in Hammond, Indiana, that could potentially be replaced by a new Chicago Bears stadium.
Wolf Lake
A lake located near the potential stadium site in Hammond, Indiana, which has raised environmental concerns from advocacy groups.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)
What’s next
The Bears are still studying the site and have not set a timeline for a decision on whether to build a new stadium in Hammond.
The takeaway
The potential construction of a new Chicago Bears stadium in Hammond, Indiana, near Wolf Lake has raised concerns from environmental advocates about the impact on local wildlife and habitats, while the city's mayor has not seen any environmental complaints related to the site. The Bears are still evaluating the location, and a decision has not been made.
