Water Play
Splash Pads & Spray Parks in McHenry County
I love spray parks! With four kids and a 7 year age range, it’s a great way for some water fun without having to worry about having enough hands and helpers to be in a […]
Outdoors
Playgrounds and Parks
Playground Profile: Lakefront Park
This story was originally published on Little Lake County in 2016. A change of scenery is always a good thing! Check out Lakefront Park in Fox Lake this summer to take in the cool lake […]
Classes
Skills for Life: Swim Lessons at Bear Paddle Swim School
Bear Paddle Swim School is a Little McHenry County advertising partner. Before moving to the suburbs, we casually took swim lessons when it fit our schedule and we focused on an affordable fun environment. After […]
Outdoor Pools & Waterparks
Tot Swim Hours in McHenry County
When you have little one, especially multiple little ones,trips to the pool can be stressful. Stress no more! Tot swim hours are a great way for you and your children to enjoy your local pool […]
Outdoors
A Family Fishing Adventure: Lake Julian {Cary}
Fishing is one of those hobbies that can become a special bonding time between parent and child; relaxing in the sunshine, sharing stories and feeling the gentle breeze. Or it can be a total disaster […]
Fall
Sap it Up: Maple Syrup Festivals In and Around Lake County
* This article was originally written by Cindy Smith for Little Lake County I have lived in the Lake County for 40 years, minus college and the three years we moved to Ohio. Can you […]
Outdoors
Where to go Sledding in Lake County {2017}
This article was originally written for Little Lake County by Cindy Smith Let’s get real. Snow, whether it’s the first flakes or the 12th storm of the season, is beyond magical for most kids. But […]
Festivals
Lake County Pumpkin Chucking {2017}
That sounds way more disgusting than what it actually is. Pumpkin chucking is a “thing” and apparently, enough of a “thing” that this is the second article about said chucking. I was just as surprised […]
Holidays
Howlingly Fun Halloween Weekend Events in McHenry County!
[spacer height=”20px”] Halloween Fun in McHenry County! The weekend before Halloween is always spooktacularly filled with opportunities to get lots and lots and lots (and lots) of candy for your little ones. Bust out those […]
Guides
Cowgirls and Cowboys: Where to Play in Lake County
My nine-year-old daughter has asked for a horse since last summer. Scratch that. She has asked for a horse since she could first talk, but now it is more serious. Like, “why don’t we have […]