You can learn all about dog sledding, one of the highlights of the event. You can meet Siberian Husky dogs, and hear Karen and Robert Miller talk about their adventures in the world-famous Iditarod dog sled race. They will also explain their efforts to save unwanted and abused dogs through their non-profit organization, Free Spirit Siberian Rescue http://www.huskyrescue.org/
Dress warmly and take advantage of these other free activities:
· The first 500 visitors receive a complimentary Polar Adventure Day mug filled with hot chocolate. Limit one per person.
· Nadeau's Ice Sculpture transforms blocks of ice into magical creations on site.
· Various live animals will be on site to discover such as birds of prey.
· An arctic camping demo.
· Live entertainment including storytelling centered on winter tales.
· Arts and craft tables for making nature-inspired creations.
· Free snowshoe rental for exploration of the island (if there is snow).
For more information, on Polar Adventure Days, call 312-742-PLAY or visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com
Directions to Northerly Island
By car, take Lake Shore Drive (N or S) to the 18th Street/Museum Campus exit. Follow Museum Campus Drive toward Adler Planetarium. Turn right on Lynn White Drive. Go past the Charter One Pavilion (on left) and the Burnham Harbor Yacht Club (on right). The visitor center and free parking are on the left.
Northerly Island is also accessible by public transportation: Take the #146 bus, exit at Lynn White Drive and walk south to the Visitor Center.
For more information about the Chicago Park District's more than 7,600 acres of parkland, 570 parks, 26 miles of lakefront, 10 museums, two world-class conservatories, 16 historic lagoons, 10 bird and wildlife gardens, thousands of special events, sports and entertaining programs, please visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com or contact the Chicago Park District at 312/742.PLAY or 312/747.2001 (TTY). Want to share your talent? Volunteer in the parks by calling, 312/742.PLAY.
