Welcome to Fox Bluff
The Fox Bluff complex includes woodlands, wetlands, fens, wet prairies and 3,530 linear feet of shoreline along the Fox River. The topography is steep with varying slopes and ravines. The northern portion is currently open to the public for hiking and access to the Fox River.
History
Fox Bluff Conservation Area is an area rich with history. Some of the more known past peoples, families and features are: The five (5) Native American Tribes Chippewa, Fox, Potawatomi, Sauk, Winnegabo; Ashahel B. Hinsdale purchased 260 acres both east /west of Cary Algonquin Road; Solomon + Elizabeth Hamilton purchased east rocky hillside leading down to the Fox River; Lowe Farmstead; Morton and Jane Weinress Estate; John Plain Recreation Area; Fox Trails Ski, Swim and Tennis Sports Club; The Nevermore (Teen Nightclub); and Harry’s Hopes (Music/Adult Night Club).
Tracing its roots back to the 1800s, Camp Algonquin emerged from the Progressive Era as a permanent camp to help treat ill and under privileged women, children, and babies of Chicago. Established on 20 acres located adjacent to the Fox River, the camp was supported by the Chicago Bureau of Charities, Chicago Board of Trade, Chicago Tribune, Oak Park churches, and numerous private donors.
GeoSeries Question
Beaver pelts were in high demand in Europe during the 1700s and 1800s. What article of clothing was the beaver pelt needed to make?
To learn how to participate in the GeoSeries and earn a special District geocoin visit MCCDistrict.org/Geocache
Geocachers
Please join us in playing! Geocaching is a high-tech “treasure hunting” game played throughout the world by adventure seeker. All are welcome who observe and obey the rules.
- Please do not move or vandalize the container.
- Once you find it, log your name in the book, take a trinket and leave one of your own behind for the next person.
- Replace the cache in the same spot that you found it, and make sure it is completely covered.
- Please do not remove the informational card from the containers, this is an essential game piece for cachers completing the GeoSeries.
- The real treasure is finding the container and sharing your thoughts with everyone who finds it.
For a complete list of rules and instructions on how to earn a special district geocoin visit MCCDistrict.org/Geocache
Email geocaching@MCCDistrict.org with any questions or concerns
McHenry County Conservation District Information
Visit our website at MCCDistrict.org or call (815) 338-6223
Photo Release
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