McHenry Co. Conservation District Plans Summer Programs

From McHenry County: McHenry County Conservation District’s summer program offerings are loaded with both indoor and outdoor nature enthusiast adventures. Come out for a sensory hike In The Park After Dark, learn a new skill of pond dipping or bug netting on a Family Adventure Hike. People of all ages will enjoy getting outdoors to discover winged beauties in Bubbling Bobolinks, or going on a Sundae Afternoon Bike Ride or aSpider Safari. See a Barn Full of Bats, check out the Outdoor Discover Lab! series or float along on a Lunch and Learn Kayak Trip. There is something for everyone! Most programs are free.

Visit the Conservation District’s website at www.MCCDistrict.org to view the programs in greater detail and save them to your wish list, or sign up to receive the seasonal magazineLandscapes. Registration opens for County residents on May 10, Non-residents May 20. Register online, by phone (free programs only) at (815) 479-5779, by mail and walk-in 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.