Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Activity Level: Moderate, Walk ~4 miles (mostly crushed-gravel/dirt paths)
Trip Leader: Brad Stein (773) 213-1808 & Mark Fritzmann (815) 382-0055
Location: Chain O' Lakes State Park
Main park entrance is off Wilmot Rd: Chain O' Lakes State Park - West Entrance
Spring Grove, IL 60081
We will meet in the parking lot pinned below, which gives access to the Badger and Goldfinch Trail system:
Google Maps: Chain O' Lakes State Park - Parking Lot
This trip will be limited to 20 participants. If you register and realize ahead of time you will not be able to make the walk, please send a text to the trip leaders so another spot can be re-opened.
Bring binoculars (if available). We will have a few loaner pairs if you need to borrow one for the walk.
Please dress accordingly for the weather conditions and wear appropriate footwear for walking ~4 miles on mostly crushed-gravel/dirt trails. Sunscreen, insect repellent, drinking water, and a hat are all good items to bring along.
Feel free to leave the walk at any time. We may extend the overall duration of the walk beyond the listed time for anyone who would like to continue a bit longer.
In case of inclement weather, the trip leader will notify all participants via email.