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Guide to Snowmobiling Trails in McHenry County
If the official signal of winter for you is the message, “Snowmobile Trails Are Open!” then you’ve come to the…
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Guide to Cross Country Skiing in McHenry County
Embrace the crisp winter air and picture yourself gliding effortlessly across a pristine blanket of snow. Cross-country skiing in McHenry…
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Christmas Tree Farms Guide for McHenry County
The holidays are a time for family, friends, and cherished traditions. For many, the annual trip to a Christmas tree…
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Enjoying a First Friday Concert with the Sounds of Irish Stew and Sandhill Cranes
You may be hard-pressed to find a better way to end your week and start the new month than with…
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Guide to McHenry County Fishing Spots
Are you looking to hook some impressive catches in McHenry County? Our guide is here to help you discover the…
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Guide to Hiking Trails and Walking Paths in McHenry County
McHenry County is a treasure trove for outdoor enthusiasts, offering an incredible diversity of hiking and walking trails that cater…
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Summer Camps Guide for McHenry County for 2025
Okay, parents, we juggle a lot. Work, chores, family time – sometimes summer can feel like an extension of the…
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Catching Up on Autumn at Veteran Acres
As we sit here in between the dreary, cold, rainy weather while we wait for a return of snow and…
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Off to the Races at Raceway Woods Forest Preserve
Since moving to the area 10 years ago, we always noticed the little wooded park area when we drove on…
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Fall Colors Around the Block, Winter Around the Corner
You can have your summer, fall is my favorite season. The cooler temps and crisp air, the amazing colors of…
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Over the Hill Through Sterne’s Woods & Fen We Go
Perhaps you’re familiar with Sterne’s Woods & Fen, perhaps you’re not. There’s even an outside chance that you’ve been to…
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More Rain Than Shine, but Monarchs & Music Played On
Sunday brought out those who wouldn’t allow a little rain to dampen their parade. To be fair, there was no…
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Escape to the Anderson Japanese Gardens
We are extremely fortunate to not only have a Japanese garden nearby, but multiple gardens, all within easy driving distance…
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Cornish Park Has the Time
Cornish Park sits in the historic heart of downtown Algonquin along the west bank of the Fox River at the…
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Riverfront Park Offers Great Views On & Off the Water
Riverfront Park in downtown Algonquin runs along the west bank of the Fox River. At 1.5 acres, it is not…
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Towne Park…Past, Present, and a Plan for the Future
Towne Park is a bit of a hidden gem in historic downtown Algonquin. This 12-acre park is wedged just southeast…















