Cross-country ski by candlelight

Discover the beauty of cross-country skiing on trails lit only by candlelight. McHenry County Conservation District will host a Cross Country Candlelight Ski from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15 and Saturday, Jan. 16 at Rush Creek Conservation Area, 20501 McGuire Road in Harvard.

Drop in anytime and enjoy the one-mile looped trail. Bring your own skis and enjoy hot chocolate and light refreshments around the campfire afterward. This free program is suitable for cross-country skiers of every level and age.

A second Candlelight Ski will be hosted on the first weekend in February at Hickory Grove Highlands in Cary when conditions allow.

During the daylight hours cross-country skiing is available at 17 different conservation district sites throughout the county and half are groomed when there is four inches of snow on the ground.

Check the district's Web site at MCCDistrict.org for information or call (815) 338-6223 for updated trail conditions.