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The Seeds of Vandana Shiva – Free Film Screening

McHenry County College Luecht Auditorium 8900 US 14, Crystal Lake, IL

How did the willful daughter of a Himalayan forest conservator become Monsanto’s worst nightmare? The Seeds of Vandana Shiva tells the remarkable life story of Gandhian eco-activist Dr. Vandana Shiva, how she […]

Birds, Bees and Butterflies: Plant Your Own Pollinator Garden

Algonquin Area Public Library 2600 Harnish Dr., Algonquin, IL

Learn how to attract monarch butterflies and other butterflies, birds and bees to your yard. Join us for easy tips and information on gardening with native plant communities that will […]

TLC’s 32nd Annual Celebration

McHenry Country Club 820 N. John St., McHenry, IL, United States

New date, time and location! Get ready to welcome spring with an afternoon high tea, visit with friends old and new and celebrate the people, places and achievements that make […]

$45 – $70

Vernal Pool Hike

Harvard, IL Harvard, IL

Vernal pools are a little known but extremely important feature that occurs in our McHenry County oak woods. Come learn why these pools are essential for amphibians and other creatures, […]

$5

Spring Wildflower Walk

Spring Hollow Nature Preserve 1314 S. Fleming Td., Woodstock, IL

Join TLC on a wildflower identification walk. We’ll take you through a high-quality woodland, help you learn a little about each wildflower, and provide identification tips. Registration is required. Dress […]

$5

Spring Sustainability Sale Pickup

McHenry County Soil and Water District 2222 Dean St., Woodstock, IL

Pick up your pre-ordered items, and we’ll also have extras for sale onsite! Onsite sales are first come, first served. Knowledgeable staff will be on hand to answer your plant […]

Spring Sustainability Sale Pickup

McHenry County Soil and Water District 2222 Dean St., Woodstock, IL

Pick up your pre-ordered items, and we’ll also have extras for sale onsite! Onsite sales are first come, first served. Knowledgeable staff will be on hand to answer your plant […]

Go for a Nature Walk This Spring

Yonder Prairie 1100 S. Rose Farm Rd., Woodstock, IL

Join TLC for a simple nature walk in May or June. It’s a great opportunity to get outside and enjoy some exercise and company on beautiful trails. Capacity is limited […]

Go for a Nature Walk This Spring

Barefoot Ridge 1304 Deerpass Rd., Marengo, il

Join TLC for a simple nature walk in May or June. It’s a great opportunity to get outside and enjoy some exercise and company on beautiful trails. Capacity is limited […]

Birds, Bees and Butterflies: Plant Your Own Pollinator Garden!

Crystal Lake Public Library 126 W. Paddock St., Crystal Lake, IL

Learn how to attract monarchs and other butterflies, birds and bees to your yard. Sarah Michehl with TLC will share info on gardening with native plants that will provide beauty […]

Free

Tree and Shrub Identification

Ryder's Woods 750 Kimball Ave., Woodstock, IL

If you’ve ever wondered, “What kind of tree is that?” this is the class for you! Join Megan Oropeza, TLC’s restoration ecologist, to learn how to identify common native trees […]

$10

Go for a Nature Walk This Spring

Boloria Meadows 7219 Millburne Ct., Bull Valley, IL

Join TLC for a simple nature walk in May or June. It’s a great opportunity to get outside and enjoy some exercise and company on beautiful trails. Capacity is limited […]