Youngsters invited to nature puppet show in McHenry County
McHenry County Conservation District offers these adventures during spring break. Preregistration is required. Visit MCCDistrict.org to view the programs in greater detail or sign up to receive the quarterly newsletter, "Landscapes." Registration is accepted online, by phone, mail or walk-in at Prairieview Education Center, 2112 Behan Road in Crystal Lake, (815) 479-5779.
Nature Puppet Shows: The program for youth, age 6 to 11, is from 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 31, at Wiedrich Education Center in Glacial Park Conservation Area, 6316 Harts Road, Ringwood. Puppet shows will entertain your children on spring break while also teaching lessons and facts about the natural world. After watching several examples, children will be able to make their very own animal puppet.
Conservation Egg Hunt: The egg hunt will take place from 1 to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 3, at Prairieview Education Center, 2112 Behan Road, Crystal Lake. A seasonal favorite, this short hike leads kids to various bird habitats where they "hunt" for eggs of local birds. Everyone finds eggs and everyone gets a prize. Registration and fee is $2 for residents and $2.50 for nonresidents is due by Saturday, March 27. Program is for infants through age 13, accompanied by an adult. The Spring Break Escape special event for families follows this program from 2 to 5 p.m. Registration is not required for the special event and Conservation Egg Hunt participants are welcome to stay.
Spring Break Escape: Take a family Spring Break Escape right here in McHenry County. McHenry County Conservation District is offering a free afternoon of hand-on activities for families from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 3, at Prairieview Education Center, 2112 Behan Road, Crystal Lake. Bring the family out to compete in the Flower Power team game, meet Herman the Worm and his earthworm family and learn to start your own garden in the Kinder Garden Classroom. Enjoy refreshments and outdoor exploration, weather permitting. Drop in or stay all afternoon. Welcome spring back to McHenry County. Adults are requested to stay with children. For information, call (815) 479-5779.
Watch Out for Waterfowl: The program is scheduled from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 10, at Powers-Walker House in Glacial Park Conservation Area, 6316 Harts Road, Ringwood. New and experienced birders can enjoy a spring walk in Glacial Park. We will search for migrating waterfowl and other birds in and around Lost Valley Marsh, then return to the Powers-Walker House to compare notes and share refreshments. Dress for the weather and the possibility of wet feet. The program is for adults 14 years and older.