The Land Conservancy of McHenry County hosts a Vernal Pool Hike April 26

Posted April 18, 2025 3:44 pm

Submitted by The Land Conservancy of McHenry County

The Land Conservancy of McHenry County is hosting a Vernal Pool Hike in Harvard on Saturday, April 26, from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

At the event, participants can explore vernal pools, which are temporary bodies of water that house species like frogs, fairy shrimp and toads. Individuals and families are welcome to attend. The rain date for this event is May 3.

The hike takes place on the property of a private residence in Harvard. Cost is $5 per adult; children are free. Register by Thursday, April 24.

Participants will receive the address upon registration at conservemc.org/vernal-pool-hike/ or by calling TLC at (815) 337-9502.

Vernal pools are a wetland habitat that reach their maximum depth in spring. Guests will be able to see the different species in the pool, such as tadpoles and fairy shrimp, and learn more about them. Participants are encouraged to dress to get muddy and dirty.

The Land Conservancy of McHenry County is a member-based private nonprofit dedicated to preserving natural, scenic and agricultural land. Learn more at conservemc.org.

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