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  • Purple native plants along a stepping stone path

    Native Plants for Small Spaces

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

    Native plants can bring beauty and ecological health to even the smallest spaces in your yard, but it’s vital to choose the right plants. Join TLC’s Sarah Michehl to hear […]

  • A close-up image of a dragonfly on a green background.

    Dragonfly Bioblitz

    Irish Oaks Nature Preserve 19017 Lincoln Rd., Harvard, IL

    It’s National Dragonfly Day! Join us as we look for as many different species of Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies) as we can find in the wetlands, prairie and woodland edges […]

  • A bird in grasses

    Breeding Birds of Thompson Road

    Thompson Road Preserve 9707 Thompson Rd., Bull Valley, IL

    Thompson Road Preserve has a variety of habitats that host many species of breeding birds. We will look for birds breeding at the preserve, help with identification, show you how to use popular birding apps, and more!

  • Tall shagbark hickory

    Tree and Shrub Identification

    Ryders Woods 556 Lake Ave., Woodstock, IL

    Learn how to identify common native trees and shrubs! Class will be outside, so dress for the weather. Registration required.

    $10
  • A family sitting in a circle at an event.

    Howl at the Wolf Oak: Summer Solstice Edition!

    Wolf Oak Woods 9016 IL Route 120, Woodstock, IL

    S’mores around a bonfire, food, a guided evening hike, and family nature activities! Come spend an evening enjoying the company of a 300-plus year-old oak tree and learn more about the history of this interesting site that has been preserved forever by TLC. It’s a great way to meet like-minded nature folks in the county!

  • A group of volunteers at Ryders Woods in Woodstock

    Together Tuesday – Ryders Woods Volunteer Restoration Workday

    Ryders Woods 2 711 E. Kimball Ave., Woodstock, IL

    What is Together Tuesday? It’s a day that encourages people to come together, strengthen their communities and find meaningful ways to support one another. TLC will host three activities on […]

  • Wildflowers at Hennen Conservation area, home of The Land Conservancy, in Woodstock, IL

    Together Tuesday – Extreme Makeover: TLC HQ Garden Edition

    Hennen Conservation Area 4622 Dean St., Woodstock, IL, United States

    What is Together Tuesday? It’s a day that encourages people to come together, strengthen their communities and find meaningful ways to support one another. TLC will host three activities on […]

  • A bee flying toward purple asters.

    Pollinator BioBlitz

    Yonder Prairie 1143 S. Rosefarm Rd., Woodstock, IL, United States

    Come celebrate pollinator week at Yonder Prairie for a pollinator bioblitz! We will look for a variety of bees, butterflies, day-flying moths and more! Yonder Prairie has high-quality habitat that attracts some unique insects. We will help identify the different pollinators we find. This is a great way to get involved in citizen science and […]

  • A group of people on a hike with a guide.

    Boloria Meadows Pollinator Walk

    Boloria Meadows 7219 Millburne Ct., Bull Valley, IL, United States

    Join us for a family friendly butterfly and pollinator walk at the beautiful Boloria Meadows Nature Preserve in Bull Valley. The preserve contains nearly 60 acres of high-quality restored wetlands, prairies and oak woodlands. With over 150 species of wildflowers, Boloria is a haven for over 30 species of native butterflies as well as many […]

  • McHenry County Historical Society Ag-Her-Culture Farm Dinner

    Maria's Farm 216 N. Menge Rd., Marengo, IL

    Join us for a beautiful evening featuring lavender-inspired dishes crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients straight from the farm. Celebrate the incredible women who have and continue to shape agriculture while enjoying great food, community, and a stunning setting in bloom. Register HERE to enjoy and unforgettable evening featuring: A stroll through the lavender field An exclusive preview […]

    $110