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Note: These descriptions are accurate to the best of our knowledge, but not guaranteed. Please check with the individual facility or organization as to their current programs.

Special Recreation Associations

Northern Illinois Special Rec. Assoc (NISRA) 3333 Commerce Dr., Crystal Lake IL 60014, 815-459-0737. Recreational programs for special needs individuals of all ages. Cooperative extension of the Park Districts of Barrington, Cary, Crystal Lake, Dundee Township (Carpentersville, East & West Dundee, Sleepy Hollow), Harvard, McHenry, Wauconda, Woodstock

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Algonquin Recreation Department 2200 Harnish Dr. Algonquin, IL 60102 847-658-2700

The Algonquin Recreation Department offers sports classes and programs for all ages.

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Cary Park District 255 Briargate Rd. Cary, IL 60013 847-639-6100

The Cary Park District offers sports, fitness, recreational, and special interest classes and programs for all ages. Preschool, child-care and summer day camp programs are available. Classes and activities for special needs individuals are available from the district, with support as needed through the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA).

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Crystal Lake Park District One E. Crystal Lake Ave. Crystal Lake, IL 60014 815-459-0680

The Crystal Lake Park District offers sports, fitness, recreational, and special interest classes and programs for all ages. Preschool, child-care (babysitting service for children of adult participants in fitness classes as well as before- & after school for school-aged children) and summer day camp programs are available. Classes and activities for special needs individuals are available from the district, with support as needed through the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA).

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Dundee Township Park District 665 Barrington Ave. Carpentersville, IL 60110 847-428-7131

The Dundee Township Park District offers sports, fitness, recreational, and special interest classes and programs for all ages. Preschool, child-care (babysitting service for children of adult participants in park district programs) and summer day camp programs are available. Classes and activities for special needs individuals are available from the district, with support as needed through the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA).

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Elgin Parks & Recreation Department 31 Fountain Square Plaza Elgin, IL 60120 847-931-6120

The Elgin Parks & Recreation Department offers sports, fitness, recreational, and special interest classes and programs for all ages. Preschool programs are available. Classes and activities for special needs individuals are available at the Jayne Sheover Easter Seal Center.

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Hampshire Park District 390 South Ave. Hampshire, IL 60140 847-683-2690

The Hampshire Park District offers sports, fitness, recreational, and special interest classes and programs for all ages. Preschool and summer day camp programs are available.

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Huntley Park District 11419 Rt. 47 Huntley, IL 60142 847-669-3180

The Huntley Park District offers sports, fitness, recreational, and special interest classes and programs for all ages. Child-care (school-aged) is available. Classes and activities for special needs individuals are available from the district, with support as needed through the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA).

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Jayne Sheover Easter Seal Center, 847-742-3264, ext. 243 (TDD 742-3202).

Recreational programs for special needs individuals in the Elgin Area.

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Marengo Park District 825 Indian Oaks Dr. Marengo, IL 60152 815-568-5126

The Marengo Park District offers sports, fitness, recreational, and special interest classes and programs for all ages. Child-care (preschool and school-aged-after-school) is available.

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McHenry Parks & Recreation Department 333 S. Green St. McHenry, IL 60050 815-363-2160

The McHenry Parks & Recreation Department offers sports, fitness, recreational, and special interest classes and programs for all ages. Child-care (AM babysitting service for children of adult participants in fitness classes) and summer day camp programs are available. Classes and activities for special needs individuals are available from the district, with support as needed through the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA).

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Woodstock Recreation Department 121 W. Calhoun St. Woodstock, IL 60098 815-338-4363

The Woodstock Recreation Department offers sports, fitness, recreational, and special interest classes and programs for all ages. Summer playground and sports camp programs are available. Classes and activities for special needs individuals are available from the district, with support as needed through the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA).

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YMCA of McHenry County 7315 S. Rt. 31 Crystal Lake, IL 60014 815-459-4455

The YMCA of McHenry County offers sports, fitness, recreational, and special interest classes and programs for all ages. Preschool, child-care (babysitting service for children of adult participants in classes as well as before- & after school for school-aged children) and summer day camp programs are available. The YMCA also offers a child-care resource & referral service. Classes and activities for special needs individuals are available from the district, with support as needed through the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA).