Date: Saturday, April 4, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Activity Level: Moderate, Walk ~4 miles (mostly crushed-gravel/dirt paths)
Trip Leaders: Charlotte Pavelka & Doug Reitz (847) 347-8416
Location: Chain O' Lakes State Park
Main park entrance is off Wilmot Rd: Chain O' Lakes State Park - West Entrance
Spring Grove, IL 60081
Meeting Location: 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
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. Having an extra layer along in case it's colder than expected is always a good idea.
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 leaders will notify all participants via email & text.