McHenry County Conservation District  •  18410 US Highway 14 •  Woodstock, IL 60098  •  815-338-MCCD(6223)

Preservation Education Recreation

McHenry County Conservation District manages over 24,000 acres of open space graced with woodlands, prairies, wetlands, and savannas. Twenty-nine sites are open to the public to enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, canoeing, picnicking, nature viewing, camping, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling.

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Lost Valley Visitor Center Now Open!!

Stop in and see the District's renovated facility located in Glacial Park, Ringwood. Exhibits, drop-in library, information & brochures are available.

Open Daily
8 a.m.–6 p.m.

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Upcoming Special Events:

Vista of native flowers

Dedication Ceremony
Kishwaukee Headwaters

Thursday, September 9, 3:30–5 p.m.
U.S. Highway 14 and Dean St., Woodstock

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Throwing an atlalArchaeological Awareness

Saturday, September 11, 12–4 p.m.
Powers-Walker House, Glacial Park

Drop in to learn more about prehistoric technologies and even test throw an atlatl. Examples of artifacts will be on display, including those found at the Powers-Walker House. Bring your own arrowheads and...


Fire pit and benches at Nippersink Canoe Base

Grand Reopening of
Nippersink Canoe Base

Saturday, September 18, 1–4 p.m.
400 E. Route 12, Spring Grove

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Site Advisories

Nippersink Canoe Base is closed until Sept.18 as improvements are being made.
Thank you for your patience. (Grand Reopening Sept. 18; 1- 4 p.m.)

Prairie Trail Meyer Bridge Replacement
Late September – November
No Thru Trail - just N. of Algonquin Rd.
Check back for updates.

Thank you for your patience during this improvement

Updated 8/25/2010 4:00 pm

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October 16th & 17th, 2010

Advance discounted tickets are available.
Volunteers are needed for costumed and non-costumed positions.
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Download Landscapes
The District's quarterly newsletter
is filled with news, events and programs.
Three previous issues are also available online.

Fall Issue
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Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events

Family Scavenger Hunt at Glacial Park, Lost Valley Visitor Center
9/4/2010

Bring the family out for a scavenger hunt adventure! Check in for your instructions, then explore the park and search for the answers to the scavenger hunt questions. Bring your completed worksheet ba (more...)


Animal Homes at Brookdale
9/4/2010

Join us for a short hike at Brookdale. We'll look for signs of animals while learning where they live, what they eat, and what they need to survive. We'll try to catch a glimpse of animals of the wet (more...)


Migratory Madness Evening at Glacial Park, Powers-Walker House
9/8/2010

Join local bird enthusiasts on a search for migratory birds stopping over at Glacial Park. Meet at the Powers-Walker House parking lot north of Harts Road. After the hike we'll head back to the house (more...)


Fascinating Fall Fungus at Marengo Ridge, Shelter #1
9/9/2010

As we hike our forests in the fall, some of their most colorful and interesting inhabitants get overlooked. The beauty of our changing trees often overshadows this peak time for finding fascinating fu (more...)


Life of a Dead Log at Coral Woods, Picnic Shelter
9/11/2010

Join us as we gently explore the variety of life that depends on dead logs. We will open the windows to nature's basement and find out more about nature's recyclers. Dress to spend time on the forest (more...)


Conservation Club for Teens at Glacial Park, Keystone Landing
9/11/2010

Join us as we kick off the new Conservation Club for Teens. New format, new perks, same fun! Come to our first meeting to learn all about the changes to the club and its activities. We will start w (more...)


Archaeological Awareness at Glacial Park, Powers-Walker House
9/11/2010

Drop in at the Powers-Walker House to see flintknappers, stone grinders, cordage makers and other people demonstrating prehistoric skills. You will be able to try your hand at throwing an atlatl while (more...)


Creek Peek at Glacial Park, Keystone Landing
9/11/2010

Wear shoes you can wade in and come explore the amazing world underwater! We will look for little critters and learn why they are so important to the creek. (more...)


Migratory Madness Morning at Glacial Park, Powers-Walker House
9/12/2010

Join local bird enthusiasts on a search for migratory birds stopping over at Glacial Park. Meet at the Powers-Walker House parking lot north of Harts Road. After the hike, we'll head back to the house (more...)


Pre-schoolers and the Prairie at Pleasant Valley, Shelter #2
9/13/2010

Bring your favorite youngster to explore the tallgrass prairie in all its fall beauty. Dress for the weather and a hike. (more...)


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open spaces for their intrinsic value and for the benefits to present and future generations.
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