2026 Monarch Family Fun Fair
The popular Monarch Family Fun Fair is celebrating its 11th year. This fair will be held from 12:30 to 4 pm on Sunday, August 11 at Crystal Lake Main Beach Pavilion, 300 Lake Shore Dr, Crystal Lake, Illinois. Hosted by the Hackmatack Monarch Coalition, the fair is an...
World Migratory Bird Day 2026: Every Bird Counts
Free EventSaturday, May 9, 20268 AM – NoonLost Valley Visitor Center at Glacial Park6705 State Rte. 31, Ringwood, IL We’ll be celebrating together with MCCD and USFWS and YOU with activities, crafts, lessons and more at Lost Valley Visitor Center. This is...
Friends Summer Gathering 2026: Freshwater Mussels Focus
Tuesday, June 9, 20266:30 PMMcConnell Park5200 Nippersink Dr.Richmond, IL. 60071View on Google Maps Join Friends of Hackmatack NWR for our Summer Gathering. North America’s most endangered organisms – Freshwater Mussels will be the featured wildlife of...
Help MCCD with Comprehensive Conservation Plan
Public Input is Invited!Open House #1: February 18, Lost Valley Visitor CenterOpen House #2: March 4, McHenry County College Invitation: MCCD Forward to 2040 Conservation Plan Friends of Hackmatack NWR are among 15 organizations who have been invited to fully...