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TLC Hosts a Vernal Pool Hike April 29
Vernal pools are a little known but extremely important feature that occurs in our McHenry County Oak Woods.
The Land Conservancy of McHenry County (TLC) is hosting a hike in Harvard, IL on Saturday, April 29 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. At the event participants can explore vernal pools, which are temporary bodies of water that house species like frogs, fairy shrimp and toads. Individuals and families are welcome to attend.
The hike takes place on the property of a private residence in Harvard and is $5 per adult, children are free. Participants will receive the address upon registration at https://conservemc.org/vernal-... or by calling TLC at 815-337-9502.
Vernal pools are a wetland habitat that reach their maximum depth in spring. Guests will be able to see the different species in the pool and learn more about them. Participants are encouraged to dress to get muddy and dirty.
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The Land Conservancy of McHenry County is a member-based private nonprofit dedicated to preserving natural, scenic and agricultural land.
