Paddling Adventures Creek Ecology Ages 14+ Saturday, June 22, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Keystone Road Landing, Richmond Single Kayak Code: 9223 Fee: R $20.00 / NR $25.00 Tandem Canoe Code: 9224 Fee: R $15.00 / NR $20.00 District Ecologist Dr. Tom Simpson will lead us on a 7-mile paddle in the wilds of Nippersink Creek. Learn about the plants and Family Canoe Trip Ages 5+ animals that call this ecosystem home, and how the District Tuesday, July 2, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. works to keep the creek healthy. Participants will also learn basic Keystone Road Landing, Richmond paddling techniques, kayak safety and river kayaking. The trip Fee: R $20.00 / NR $25.00 Code: 9227 includes a stop for a picnic so bring a sack lunch. Don't forget Spend a day in the wilds of McHenry County as we paddle seven sunscreen and a water bottle! miles of Nippersink Creek completely within the undeveloped areas of Glacial Park Conservation Area. Learn basic paddling techniques, canoe safety and river canoeing. Bring water and a sack lunch for a picnic. Nippersink at Night Kayak Trip Ages 14+ Friday, July 19, 7-11 p.m. Keystone Road Landing, Richmond Fee: R $20.00 / NR $25.00 Code: 9229 Have you ever considered paddling at night? When the moon is full and conditions are right, there can be more than enough light to navigate the appropriate river or creek. Join us for an illuminated night paddle 7 miles down the Nippersink Creek from Keystone Landing to Pioneer Landing. We provide kayaks and equipment. Bringing your own kayak is not permissible by our risk management agency. This program is not for beginners. Conversación de Conservación Outdoor Skills All Ages Sunday, July 21, 3-7 p.m. The Hollows Conservation Area, Cary Fee: Free Code: 9239 Come experience kayaking, setting up tents and 昀椀shing during this outdoor expo! All equipment is provided along with lessons on how to get active outdoors. Conversación de Conservación, also known as C de C, is a partnership between conservation organizations and the Latino communities to inform the di昀昀erent programs available and accessible to all residents of McHenry County. Bilingual instructions are available. Dress for the weather. Family Kayak Trip Saturday, August 17, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Keystone Road Landing, Richmond Fee: R $20.00 / NR $25.00 Single Kayak Code: 9219 Ages 8+ Tandem Kayak Code: 9220 Ages 5+ Spend a day in the wilds of McHenry County as we paddle seven miles of Nippersink Creek completely within the undeveloped areas of Glacial Park. Learn basic paddling techniques, kayak safety, and river kayaking. The trip includes a stop for a picnic so bring a sack lunch and plenty of water to drink. Attention Paddlers: Wear shoes that can get wet and are fully secure to your feet. Bring a water bottle and sunscreen. Be aware that there are no restroom facilities along the creek. Children ages 5 through 7 may attend but must sit in the middle of the tandem kayak. Landscapes | Summer 2024 There is room for just one child in the middle of the tandem kayak. 14