Kids & Family
TLC Hosts a Vernal Pool Hike Saturday April 13
Participants can explore vernal pools, which are temporary bodies of water that house species like frogs, fairy shrimp and toads.
The Land Conservancy of McHenry County (TLC) is hosting a hike in Harvard on Saturday, April 13 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in which 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 person. Participants will receive the address upon registration at www.ConserveMC.org 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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For more information about the Vernal Pool Hike visit www.ConserveMC.org or call TLC’s office at 815-337-9502.
The Land Conservancy of McHenry County (TLC) is a member-based, nonprofit conservation land trust that preserves over 2,500 acres of scenic, agricultural and natural lands forever.
