MCCD Announces Fall Drop-In Programs

MCCD:Drop-in at these FREE fascinating fall programs with McHenry County Conservation District.

No registration is required BUT Check Before You Go, cancellations may occur due to weather or staff emergencies. Check under Site Advisories at MCCDistrict.org or in the online registration system.

Migratory Madness Evening

Join volunteer bird enthusiast Dave Miller on a search for migratory birds on Wednesday, September 11 from 5:30–8 p.m. Meet at the Kettle Parking Lot at Glacial Park Conservation Area, Route 31 and Harts Rd., Ringwood. After the hike we’ll gather to compare notes and tally all the species we spotted. Bring binoculars and field guides if you have them. Just for Adults, ages 14 years and older.

Autumn Wildflowers on the Move

Come out and enjoy some of the last blooming wildflowers of the season on Thursday, September 19 from 5:30–7 p.m. at Kishwaukee Headwaters Conservation Area, 1606 Dean Street, Woodstock. We will hike the trail in search of these autumn wildflowers while also learning about how different plants get their seeds to disperse. Is it a Dropper? Plopper? Popper? Note: Flower picking and seed collecting is prohibited in District Conservation Areas unless authorized by staff. For All Ages 5+, anyone under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Nature at Night: Nocturnal Animals

Here’s your chance to enjoy one of our sites after sunset, when it would normally be closed. Come out for a self-guided night hike on a designated trail on Friday, November 1from 6:30–8 p.m. at Brookdale – Paulson Rd. Shelter, 2105 Paulson Rd, Woodstock. A staff member will greet you and provide you with some information about the site and what you can expect to see and hear on your hike. During this time, nocturnal animals will begin to emerge to explore the night! For All Ages, anyone under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

Visit the District’s website at www.MCCDistrict.org to view all program and event offerings or sign up to receive the seasonal magazine Landscapes. Register online, by phone (free programs only) at (815) 479-5779, by mail-in and drop-off at Prairieview Education Center, 2112 Behan Road in Crystal Lake, or drop-off only at Lost Valley Visitor Center, Route 31 and Harts Rd. in Ringwood.