The Land Conservancy of McHenry County protects prairies, wetlands and woodlands by working with private landowners, communities and other partners.
McHenry County, Illinois
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The 2025 @ComEd Green Region Grant is now open, with a special focus on Climate Resiliency & Pollinator Conservation!
Discover what makes a project eligible and apply by March 28: ow.ly/yiw850UUp4F
ALT A vibrant monarch butterfly perched delicately on a green milkweed plant, showcasing its striking orange and black wings.
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TLC exists because of its members! And if you join now (by midnight, May 31st), your membership donation will be DOUBLED by a generous TLC member!
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"Conservation is a positive exercise of skill and insight, not merely a negative exercise of abstinence and caution."
—Aldo Leopold
There's still time to plant native plants in the Midwest. What action can you take this week, big or small? 🌾🐛
#mondaymotivation
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Attend the free film screening of The Seeds of Vandana Shiva tomorrow, Tuesday, April 18, in MCC's Luecht Auditorium to learn how the willful daughter of a Himalayan forest conservator became Monsanto’s worst nightmare. Doors open at 6:30; the film begins at 7 p.m.
ALT Film Screening: The Seeds of Vandana Shiva with Spanish subtitles
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TLC's Sustainability Sale is open! Get your native plants, shrubs, trees rain barrels and composters. Order early for best selection - many items will sell out! store.conservemc.org/collect…
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Save the date for this free film screening on April 18 at McHenry County College! Invite a friend or a few to this event! conservemc.org/free-film-scr… @mcc_edu
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Have you reserved your seat at TLC's Annual Celebration on April 23? Cindy Crosby will give an presentation on "The Tallgrass Prairie in Popular Culture". Friends, fun, raffle prizes, unique silent auction items, & afternoon high tea!
Reserve your seat! conservemc.org/annual-celebr…
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As you're celebrating #StPatricksDay, did you know white oak is the preferred tree for American whiskey and bourbon barrels? But this tree is under threat, threatening the making of whiskey. Learn how we're working to bring it back americanforests.org/project/…
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TLC's silent auction is coming up at the 32nd Annual Celebration! Do you have an item, gift card or gift basket to include? Email Glenda at [email protected]
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If you are a business or organization that values the natural beauty of McHenry County & wants to make sure it remains that way, consider becoming a sponsor or business member of TLC!
We would love to have you join us in preserving land for life!
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Well, prairie folks, we lost this one. Let it be a wake-up call to everyone who cares about "the prairie state" to protect and care for our remaining remnants. Don't waste a moment legalizing their care. Tomorrow might be too late. #SaveBellBowlPrairie #prairie
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Spring is coming and the slowly warming temperatures mean it's a great time to get outside and do someting great for nature in McHenry County at a TLC restoration workday! They take place during the week and on weekends - check out upcoming workdays here:
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Week 2 of the Thanksgiving Challenge. We're aiming for 30 boxes of instant mashed potatoes between now and November 13. Can you help?
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Have you gotten your tickets to Art of the Land yet? Buy now and save money and time in line! artoftheland.org
$15 in advance
$20 at the door
Hope to see you there!
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Este proyecto es una asociación entre múltiples organizaciones en @McHenryCountyIL, incluyendo: Mano a Mano Family Resource Center; @IllinoisMigrant; @FLAPIllinois; @mcc_edu; @McHistoryMuseum y
@ConserveMC
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This project is a partnership among multiple organizations in @McHenryCountyIL, including: @Mano a Mano Family Resource Center; @IllinoisMigrant; @FLAPIllinois; @mcc_edu; @McHistoryMuseum and @ConserveMC
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Today is the day! $10 tickets to Art of the Land on 10/10! Exceptional artwork, beautiful photography, unique artisan items, friendship, fun & more, in support of land preservation in McHenry County!
After today tickets: $15 in advance and $20 at the door. conservemc.org/art-of-the-la…
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🌰Exploring our trails this fall? Watch your step!
🌳Shagbark hickory (left) and Eastern black walnut (right) trees are dropping their nuts. Both nuts have an outer husk and a layer of shell that protects the nut inside.
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Have you ever wanted to learn how to use a chainsaw, but don't know how to get started? Register for TLC's Beginner's Chainsaw Training Class on Oct. 8. Limited space available, so register early!
conservemc.org/beginners-cha…