Use this Seawall Design Checklist to Make a Smart Choice There are many types of seawall designs out there. But choosing the one right for your shoreline can be challenging. After all, do you go for a simple and practical steel seawall? Or perhaps you should choose some eco-friendly rip rap? Each seawall design has its own set of benefits …
Summer Events on the Chain O’Lakes [Infographic]
The weather is warming up and with countless seasonal events along the lake in both McHenry county and Lake county, there is no better place to enjoy the sunny weather than on the Chain O’Lakes! Luckily, we have put together a list of great events along the Chain O’Lakes that you cannot miss. So, get your calendar out and start …
Why Visit the Lakes of Northern Illinois?
There are few things in life that give you the feeling of truly experiencing summer the way a big crisp lake does. Sunlight warming your skin, boats gently bobbing on the waves, the buzz of a passing jet-ski, maybe some gulls circling overhead. It’s truly the idyllic scene that we all want to be in during these midyear months. But …
Fishing the Chain O’ Lakes
How to Best Fish in the Chain O’ Lakes Bluegill, largemouth bass, walleye, crappie, muskie, northern pike, bullhead, catfish, yellow and white bass–if you’re headed to the ten-lake Chain O’Lakes, these fish are the ones you’ll be looking for. And if you’re looking for the best ways to catch them, we have tips for you that can give you an …