When choosing a new home community, many buyers are looking for the total package: a quality home, reputable builder and outstanding local amenities. For those buyers looking at purchase a new home from Gerstad Builders, you get just that. In fact, in addition to making sure all of our communities are near top schools, shops and restaurants, we also look for nearby recreation opportunities. And, this month, having plenty of local and state parks near your new home makes celebrating National Picnic Month easy! Homeowners at The Trails of Dawson Creek will love making a short day trip to the nearby Rock Cut State Park in Loves Park, Ill. This recreation area near our Poplar Grove real estate offers more than just picnic shelters, though. You can also spend time hiking, biking and horseback riding on miles and miles of trails, taking your boat out on Pierce Lake, fishing on Olson Lake, going for a swim at Olson Lake beach or sleeping under the stars at one of the many campsites. […]

Do you have extra time on your hands?  Are you looking for something to get you out of the house?  Or are you just interested in giving back? The City of McHenry is looking for volunteers to help with their fall programs. Opportunities are available to assist with special events and recreation programs. Some of the special events that have volunteer opportunities include Preteen Jam, Halloween Hoopla and Holiday Activities. Recreational activities include Pee Wee Basketball Camp, Cheer Pom Camp, Pee Wee Flag Football Camp, Open Gym, Gymnastics, Swim Team, T-Ball, Teach Me Sports, Tennis, Tumbling, Pee Wee Tumbling and Volleyball Skills Camp. To volunteer you must be at least 14 years old and available for all of the dates for the program you choose. For more information, download the McHenry Parks and Recreation Volunteer Form. Check out the City's Parks & Recreation website to read about programs or events that need volunteers.  The City would not have […]