Back To Nature

Love the outdoors? Or has it been relegated to the “When There’s Time” list? Don’t put it off any longer. Check out the McHenry County Conservation District (MCCD) website, http://www.mccdistrict.org where you can explore a variety of outdoor sports and adventures. These include:

• Biking
• Camping
• Canoe Access
• Cross Country Skiing
• Fishing
• Geocaching (hunting for hidden “treasures” using handheld GPS)
• Hunting
• Hiking
• Horseback Riding
• Snowmobiling

Of course, there’s more to do than any one list can convey. We’re just trying to give you the basics. The McHenry County Conservation District is also a great place to pursue Volunteer Opportunities (See more at “It’s Good to Be Needed” below). These examples are just a few of the ways to enjoy the outdoors while you give something back to the community and the environment:

• Education Department Volunteers
• Friends of the Fox River Monitors
• Natural Resource Management Volunteers
• Prairie Trail Safety Watch Volunteers
• Trail of History Volunteers
• Wildlife Resource Center Volunteers

All of these activities and more can start at http://www.mccdistrict.org

For more ideas on getting outdoors in McHenry County, take a look at our page Some Fresh Air With Your Fitness