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The Kishwaukee Fen Nature Preserve: A Hidden Gem in Lakewood

Written on July 1, 2021.

Have you heard of the Kishwaukee Fen? Situated on a 35.5 acre parcel adjacent to Redtail Golf Club, the fen–a rare type of calcium-rich wetland–is a hidden gem nestled in the neighborhoods of Lakewood. Sadly, the...

Consider Solar Energy and Help TLC

Written on May 18, 2021.

Now is a great time to go solar in Illinois. McHenry County is no stranger to extreme winters, but the increase in extreme weather events in the US and around the world shows how climate change is already affecting us. Our...

TLC’s Irish Oaks Savanna in Harvard is Dedicated an Illinois Nature Preserve

Written on May 17, 2021.

TLC’s Irish Oaks Savanna, a 40-acre preserve in Hartland Township, was dedicated as an Illinois Nature Preserve by the Illinois Nature Preserves Commission (INPC) during its Board of Commissioners meeting on May 11. The...

New TLC Gear – Order by April 30

Written on April 21, 2021.

New TLC gear! Update your wardrobe and help support TLC – TLC will receive a portion of each sale. And you’re supporting Hyperstitch, a McHenry County business! Orders must be placed by April 30 and items will be...

Natural Farm Stand, Richmond

Written on March 26, 2021.

TLC is grateful to Natural Farm Stand in Richmond IL for growing the vegetable starter plants we are offering as part of our Sustainability Sale. The number of people growing food in their home gardens has exploded over the...

TLC’s Spring Sustainability Sale is Open

Written on March 12, 2021.

Order your native plants, trees, shrubs, organic herb and vegetable plants, rain barrels, and composters for local pickup in May. Visit the TLC Store now! Phlox pilosa...