12 Farms Featured In McHenry Co. Farm Stroll

The McHenry County Farm Stroll will be held on Sept. 24 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Farm Stroll is a free, family-friendly, self-guided tour of 12 family-owned farms in McHenry County, including ones in Richmond, Hebron, Harvard, Marengo and Union. These farms will showcase local organic and sustainable fruits, vegetables, animals and more, according to a news release.

The tour is free, but residents can bring cash to purchase farm-grown food and farm-related products at the individual farms, according to a news release. Last year, hundreds of visitors enjoyed their "day in the country."

As residents take the "stroll," they are reminded that the farms are working farms. They should dress appropriately, preferably in layered, all-weather clothing and sturdy shoes. Children of all ages are welcome, but they must be supervised at all times. Pets are not allowed.

Most facilities will not have toilets, though some do.

The McHenry County Farm Stroll is organized by the McHenry County Farm Bureau and the University of Illinois Extension McHenry County Master Gardeners. For brochures and directions, visit mchenrycfb.org or facebook.com/McHenryCountyFarmBureau or call 815-338-1520.

Photo via the village of Lake in the Hills Resident Insider