Enjoy winter fun in McHenry County

Winter fun is happening inside and outside with the McHenry County Conservation District.

Visit www.MCCDistrict.org to view the programs in greater detail or sign up to receive the seasonal magazine Landscapes.

Registration is accepted online, by phone for free programs only, at (815) 479-5779, by mail-in and drop-off at Prairieview Education Center, 2112 Behan Road in Crystal Lake, or drop-off only at Lost Valley Visitor Center, Route 31 and Harts Road in Ringwood.

What's Up with Weasels?: 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 21, at Prairieview Education Center, 2112 Behan Road, Crystal Lake. Find out more about the weasel family members that call McHenry County home. How many species can it be? There will be an inside hands-on portion and outside exploration. Dress for the weather. Program for adults and families, age 8 and older, is free for county residents and $5 for nonresidents. Registration deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 17.

Winter Woods Walk: 2:30 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, at Pleasant Valley Conservation Area, 13315 Pleasant Valley Road, Woodstock. Enjoy a walk in the cool, crisp air. Along the way we will enjoy some activities and watch for winter wonders. Dress for the weather and be ready to walk through some snow. Program for adults and families is free for county residents and $2 for nonresidents. Registration deadline is Tuesday, Feb. 23.

Discovery Days: 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 29, at Prairieview Education Center, 2112 Behan Road, Crystal Lake. Enjoy an hour of fun including a game, craft, snack and educational activities all based around the special theme of the day. There will be a short walk if weather allows so please dress for the weather. Program for youth, ages 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult, is free for county residents and $3 for nonresidents. Registration deadline is Feb. 25.