Author: Glenda

Congratulations to the 2022 Art of the Land Award Winners

Written on November 21, 2022.

Best in Show – Alfred Stark, Self Portrait as a Sparrow Honorable Mention – Mary Mariutto, Mushroom #31 Honorable Mention – Tom Cubr, Fields and Streams with Overlay of Historic Pathways

Congratulations to the 2022 Art of the Land photo contest winners!

Written on November 21, 2022.

First Place, Cheri Magrini, Ryders Woods The judges liked that seeing this photo made them want to go for a walk in Ryders Woods. The pathway leads you back, beautiful detail and the photo is mysterious without being spooky. Second...

Winter Night’s Family Fun Event Jan. 13

Written on November 21, 2022.

Bring the whole family out to experience the magic of a Woodstock winter evening. Enjoy a wintery night in the woods complete with bonfires, night hikes and a sheltered area with hot cocoa. Dress to be outside and walking on...

The 5000 Acre Challenge

Written on November 8, 2022.

The Land Conservancy of McHenry County (TLC) is launching the 5,000 Acre Challenge to protect our region’s oak woods. TLC, private citizens, state and county agencies have protected or managed over 4,000 acres of oak...

Oak Woodlands Transformed with Grants and Landowner Dedication

Written on November 2, 2022.

In the March issue of Field Notes you learned about grants administered by the Chicago Region Trees Initiative through the Morton Arboretum that are being used to help oak landowners restore and care for their woods. Recipients...

Become a Member of TLC This Fall!

Written on October 28, 2022.

Not yet a member of TLC? Join a network of individuals who support the care and preservation of the wetlands, woodlands, prairies and farmland of McHenry County! By joining The Land Conservancy today, you join a growing number...