Author: Glenda

Learning about Our Local Native Wildflowers

Written on May 8, 2023.

We had a great group of people at the Wildflower Walk on Saturday, May 6 at Spring Hollow in Woodstock! Thank you to all who attended and learned about our native wildflowers.

TLC’s Latest Conservation@Home Yard Certification – Jermaine Burney

Written on May 2, 2023.

Congratulations to Jermaine Burney on his Conservation@Home yard certification! A new oak landowner in Crystal Lake, he reached out to TLC for advice on caring for his yard in a way that will support his 150-year old trees....

TLC’s 32nd Annual Celebration – A Recap

Written on April 28, 2023.

TLC’s 32nd Annual Celebration took place on Sunday, April 23. Guests had a pleasant afternoon at a new venue, the McHenry Country Club and enjoyed a “high tea”, awards, guest presentation, raffle, silent auction...

How Can You Help Preserve Land for Life? Become a Volunteer!

Written on April 26, 2023.

Through the contributions of many volunteers, the programs TLC is able to offer and the impact it has had on the landscape has grown dramatically. Volunteers certainly make a difference! There are several opportunities for...

From Alfalfa to Pasqueflower – Building a Home for Nature in Harvard

Written on March 23, 2023.

Christine and Paul Rechten When Paul and Christine Rechten bought a four-acre parcel outside of Harvard in 1971, the land had lived its most recent years as an alfalfa field. Before they even moved to the property, they planted...

TLC Creates New Membership Levels and Benefits for 2023

Written on March 8, 2023.

TLC has created new membership levels and benefits for 2023 in addition to the current membership levels. Sustainability Circle – Join TLC’s Sustainability Circle and become a monthly donor! NEW monthly donors will receive...