One of the great joys of October in McHenry County is enjoying the great outdoors. The gorgeous colors are beginning to explode, the mosquitoes have disappeared and the local nature trails are the perfect outdoor, socially distant experience. Grab a friend, your favorite sweater, perhaps a hot cocoa and enjoy! It’ll do wonders for your mental health. Tip: Enter the search term “Nature Park” into your Google Maps and a treasure trove of local trail destinations will appear.