Join us with or without snow for a full moon hike around the Wetland.

Natural Land Institute presents “Wander at the Wetland: Moonlight Snowshoe & Ski”, Sunday, January 8, 2012, from 4:32 p.m. until 7:08 p.m., at Nygren Wetland Preserve, 3190 W. Rockton Rd., Rockton, IL.

Families and individuals of all ages are invited to enjoy the winter weather in the unique setting of a prairie, wetlands and forest during the moonlit hours of early evening. Attendees can snowshoe, ski, or hike around Natural Land Institute’s 700-acre Nygren Wetland Preserve. They can take a tour with a volunteer guide or explore the winter beauty of the preserve on their own while they imagine what early residents of this area thought when they viewed the wetlands and prairies during this season. A full moon, snowscape, bonfire and luminaries will provide the backdrop for an evening of outdoor fun. Refreshments will be provided.

Individuals are invited to rent or bring their own equipment. Snowshoes, skis and kids equipment can be rented from Paddle & Trail for a $10 rental fee (reserve equipment by or before Friday, January 6: 815-636-9066, 7212 N. Alpine Rd., Loves Park, IL, info@paddleandtrail.com).

Admission is free, however, donations to Natural Land Institute will be accepted. Register ahead: 815-964-6666 or send an email message to Kim Johnsen, kjohnsen@naturalland.org by Friday, January 6, 2012.

Please click here to view a flyer for this event.