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Canoe Under Full Moon in July in Cary

Submitted by the McHenry County Conservation District 

Do you enjoy hiking under a full moon? Do you enjoy canoeing? 

Then join McHenry County Conservation District staff for an evening paddle around Lake Atwood at Canoeing Under a Full Moon on Saturday, July 12 from 7–9 p.m. at The Hollows Conservation Area, 3804 U.S. Highway 14, Cary. 

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We will meet at Lake Atwood in the Hollows just before sunset and watch the full moon rise while paddling around the lake. As we paddle we will share stories and lore of the season, the night and the moon. 

The District will provide canoes, paddles and PFDs. No flashlights please—we will let the moon light our way.  Fee: $6 County resident/ $8 Non-resident. Limited to 20. Adults 14 years and older. Registration deadline: July 7.

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


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