Skiing Etiquette  Ski in the tracks, unless moving aside for

faster skiers.

 Do not walk in ski tracks.

 Do not pass on a downhill – wait until the trail is clear.

 Follow one way arrows on the trails.  Remember that skiers going downhill have the

right-of-way.

 Shout “TRACK” if you must pass.

 If you fall, move off the trail quickly.

Cross-Country Ski Trails

Sites open Sunrise to SunsetEntrance gates open at 7 a.m.

Early morning parking available at Glacial Park, The Hollows, Marengo Ridge,

Pleasant Valley and Winding Creek.

Clothing TipsInsulating layers allow for movement and are key to keeping you warm, insuring a good experience while on the trails. Your first layer should be synthetic to wick away perspiration from your body; the midlayer should insulate such as a sweater, fleece, wool or turtleneck; and the outer layer serves as a barrier to wind and water like a jacket, pants, mittens, hat and sunglasses. Regulate your body temperature by adding or removing layers. Keep your feet happy with comfortable, breathable boots, and layer your socks but don’t put on too many — you’ll only restrict circulation, making your feet colder. Gloves are best for precise ski pole control but mittens will allow fingers to share body heat.

Plan AheadCHECk the weather before you go.SIGn In-ouT at designated trail stops.STAY SAFE Let someone know your intended routes and when you plan to return home.DRESS RIGHT Use layers for flexibility. Wear synthetics or wool and weather proof outer shell. Avoid cotton.SkI-SMART Hydrate and eat nutritious snacks to maintain your energy. Wear sunscreen/lip balm to protect exposed skin.

815.338.6223 • MCCDistrict.org

McHenry County Conservation District

815.338.6223 • MCCDistrict.org

18410 U.S. Highway 14Woodstock, IL 60098

This brochure is printed on Green Seal Certified Wausau Paper® Exact Opaque containing a minimum of 30% post-consumer fiber.

12/11 1000 (CE)

Glide across miles of trails while experiencing the beauty of nature in winter. over 24 miles of trails are available on District sites.

Solar lighted trails—located at Hickory Grove Highlands in Cary (1 mi intermediate loop) and Pleasant Valley in Woodstock (0.5 mi beginner loop) are open until 9 p.m., november–March (when Standard time is observed) for hiking or cross-county skiing. Visitors should sign in–out at the trail head.

Candlelight Skis—one will be held in January and one in February on the first Friday and Saturday evening that there is 4" of packed snow. Be placed on the email notification list by sending contact info to MCCD@MCCDistrict.org or check the website for updates or call the Brookdale Administrative office at (815) 338-6223.

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Beginner Intermediate Advanced

Downhill portions of the trail are short and less than 10% grade. All major obstacles have been cleared.

Downhill grades are as steep as 25%. Turns may be fairly sharp with run-outs provided where needed. Up hill portions may be over 25% grade.

Slopes up to 40%, run-outs provided where needed.

Individual site maps are available at their respective locations, on our website www.MCCDistrict.org under the sites tab or by calling (815) 338-6223.

Sites open Sunrise to SunsetEntrance gates open at 7 a.m.

Skiers should sign in–out at trail head.

KEy/RATing *Groomed with 4" of snow Distance

1 Brookdale18410 US Hwy 14, Woodstock 1 mi.

2 Coral Woods7400 Somerset, Coral 1.5 mi.

3 Exner MarshLakewood & Miller Rds., Lake in the Hills 1.5 mi.

4 Fel Pro RRR1520 Crystal Lake Rd., Cary 2 mi.

5 Fox BluffCary-Algonquin & Cold Springs Rd., Cary .5 mi.

6 Glacial Park*6512 Harts Rd., Ringwood

4 mi. (B) 2 mi. (A)

7 Harrison Benwell7055 McCollum Lake Rd., Wonder Lake 2 mi.

8 Hickory Grove Highlands*500 Hickory Nut Grove Lane, Cary 4.5 mi.

9 The Hollows*3804 US Hwy 14, Cary

1 mi. (B)1.75 mi. (I)

10 Lake in the Hills Fen1500 Jefferson St., Lake in the Hills 1.5 mi.

11 Marengo Ridge*2411 South Route 23 , Marengo

2.2 mi. (B) 2.3 mi. (I)

12 Pleasant Valley*13315 Pleasant Valley Rd., Woodstock 2.7 mi.

13 Prairie Trail North From Barnard Mill Rd. south to Rt. 176 10 mi.

14 Prairie Trail SouthFrom Pyott Rd. south to county line. 4.5 mi.

15 Prairieview Education Center*2112 Behan Rd., Crystal Lake 4 mi.

16 Rush Creek*20501 McGuire Rd., Harvard 3 mi.

17 Silver Creek1200 Block Rawson Bridge Rd., Cary 1.3 mi.

18 Stickney Run3216 West State Park Rd., McHenry 1 mi.

19 Winding Creek8415 Johnson Rd., Hebron 1.7 mi.

TRAILS

Trail Ratings

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