Events & Programs

Open to TLC members, Seed Sharing Day is an annual event organized by TLC and hosted by a number of landowners. This is an opportunity for people to collect and […]

Want some practical tips on how to rid your property of invasive tree species such as buckthorn and honeysuckle? Join Sarah Michehl from The Land Conservancy to learn how to control […]

Illinois FarmLink and the Center for Agrarian Learning are teaming up to offer a FREE Land Access 101 workshop before Common Ground. If you’re a farmer looking to learn more about the […]

As the seasons transition, each of us is looking forward to those fall and winter months where we’ll have more time on our hands. If you’re a farmer or landowner, […]

Get your New Year’s Eve off to a great start by helping out at an oak rescue in beautiful McHenry County, where we will work to rescue a mighty oak […]

Many homeowners have inherited invasive landscaping that needs to be replaced, whether for ecological or aesthetic reasons. In this presentation, TLC’s Sarah Michehl uses her yard as a case study […]

Join Kim Elsenbroek, TLC’s land conservation specialist, to learn how trees and shrubs can be identified based on twigs and bark. This class will be entirely outdoors, so please wear […]

Enjoy a wintery night in the woods complete with bonfires, night hikes, and a sheltered area with hot cocoa. Bring the whole family out to experience the magic of a […]

McHenry County has lost 87 percent of its oaks since 1837, and we need you to help care for those that remain, as well as nurture the next generation of […]

Planning to start a new native plant garden this spring? Join us! This webinar will cover: Site preparation Favorite plant choices The pollinator connection, and Vital maintenance tips to make […]

It’s winter, so let’s dream about our native sun-loving prairie plants and how they add beauty and function to our gardens! We will share layering techniques and favorite combos for […]

Shade gardens can be filled with a beautiful diversity of native plants, from wildflowers to sedges and ferns. Join us for creative ideas on enhancing those shady areas of your […]