Author: Glenda

Why share native plant seed?

Written on October 25, 2021.

Each fall TLC hosts a native plant Seed Sharing Day in McHenry County. Sharing native plant seeds with others is a great way to get more native plants growing in home landscapes, which is why TLC hosts this event each year....

Volunteer at a restoration workday in McHenry County!

Written on October 25, 2021.

Do you like spending time outdoors near a crackling fire? Join one of TLC’s restoration workdays in McHenry County! We are always in need of volunteers at our sites in Richmond, Woodstock, Harvard, McHenry and more! Volunteers...

What does it mean to be an accredited land trust?

Written on October 21, 2021.

The Land Conservancy of McHenry County is proud to be an accredited land trust. Accreditation is awarded to land trusts meeting the highest national standards for excellence and conservation permanence. Each accredited land...

Beginner’s Chainsaw Training

Written on August 26, 2021.

Want to learn to chainsaw, but don’t know how to get started? Join TLC’s Ecologist, Megan Oropeza and Natural Land Institute’s Director of Stewardship, Zach Grycan, to learn the basics in a hands-on way. Participants will learn...

Wednesday Walks: OAKtober Edition

Written on August 24, 2021.

Oaks are the keystone species in McHenry County, playing an essential role in the health and survival of hundreds of species of butterflies and moths as well as many of the birds we know and love. Join this series of hikes...

Learning Circle for Women Farmland Owners

Written on August 18, 2021.

Learning Circles provide women the opportunity to meet other landowners, share their farm successes and challenges, discuss goals for their land, and get advice and technical assistance. Nearly half of all farmland in Illinois...