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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Wintertime is owling time! Join us for an owl prowl where we will look and listen for owls. We will primarily be listening for owls\, and if lucky\, we may get to see one! We will look for Great Horned\, Barred\, Eastern Screech\, Short-eared and Northern Saw-Whet owls. Please note that there will be some walking in the dark and possibly snow. \nRegistration is required. Space is limited to better enhance our chances of finding owls. Weather conditions can affect owling and safety\, so registrants will be notified of any cancellations. \nThe precise location of each trip will be provided to registrants. Please note—We will try\, but owls are secretive by nature so finding one is not guaranteed.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/owl-prowl-2/
LOCATION:Bull Valley\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T151355Z
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SUMMARY:Common Ground Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Common Ground\, the only farmland access gathering in northern Illinois!  At this unique educational and social event\, farmers\, landowners\, and supporters come together to gain practical skills\, brainstorm creative solutions\, share success stories\, and build community. Our shared goal is to see local farmers thrive\, and that begins with land access. \nCommon Ground North is a collaborative effort of many partners – The Land Conservancy of McHenry County\, Center for Agrarian Learning at McHenry County College\, Farmers Rising\, Illinois FarmLink\, Northern Illinois Young Farmers\, and The Conservation Fund. \nIn its eighth year\, Common Ground North has become a yearly touchpoint in people’s land access journeys\, a place to check in with yourself and each other about your land or farmer search and what additional support you might need. You’ll leave feeling motivated and more equipped for the next step. \nAdmission is $10 (pre-registration required). Travel assistance stipends are available for farmers (you can request a stipend during registration). \nDate/time: Sunday\, Dec. 7\, 1:30-6:00 p.m.\nLocation: Main Stay Therapeutic Farm\, 6919 Keystone Rd. Richmond\nFee: $10\, learn more at https://www.illinoisfarmlink.org/
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/common-ground-gathering/
LOCATION:Main Stay Therapeutic Farm\, 6919 Keystone Rd.\, Richmond\, IL\, 60071
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20251021T150929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T150929Z
UID:11115-1765029600-1765036800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:December Presence Forest Walk with Cathy McCauley
DESCRIPTION:Before the holiday rush\, join certified forest bathing guide Cathy McCauley for a quiet\, grounding sensory walk through the woods. Through a series of gentle invitations\, you’ll be encouraged to slow down\, engage your senses\, and connect with the natural world as you explore the woods and the pond’s edge. This relaxed walk unfolds at a slow\, meditative pace covering less than a mile. The walk will conclude with a small forest celebration featuring tea brewed from native plants harvested from a local garden.\n\nDate: Saturday\, Dec 6\, 2-4pm\nLocation: Hennen Conservation Area\, 4622 Dean St. Woodstock\nFee: $30 per person (max 15 people)\, please register through Cathy’s website\, Birdsong Nature Co. Visit www.birdsongnatureco.com/events and select the event “December Presence”\, or email info@birdsongnatureco.com.\n\nA portion of the proceeds from this walk will be donated to TLC.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/december-presence-forest-walk-with-cathy-mccauley/
LOCATION:Hennen Conservation Area\, 4622 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20251029T200911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T200911Z
UID:11186-1764779400-1764784800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Wintertime is owling time! Join us for an owl prowl where we will look and listen for owls. We will primarily be listening for owls\, and if lucky\, we may get to see one! We will look for Great Horned\, Barred\, Eastern Screech\, Short-eared and Northern Saw-Whet owls. Please note that there will be some walking in the dark and possibly snow. \nRegistration is required. Space is limited to better enhance our chances of finding owls. Weather conditions can affect owling and safety\, so registrants will be notified of any cancellations. \nThe precise location of each trip will be provided to registrants. Please note—We will try\, but owls are secretive by nature so finding one is not guaranteed.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Woodstock IL\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20251021T150500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T150500Z
UID:11112-1762610400-1762617600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Nourish in November Forest Walk with Cathy McCauley
DESCRIPTION:Join certified forest bathing guide Cathy McCauley for a nourishing afternoon sensory walk as the sun goes down earlier and days grow shorter. Through a series of gentle invitations\, you’ll be encouraged to slow down\, engage your senses\, and connect with the dimming natural world as you explore Wolf Oak Woods. This relaxed walk unfolds at a slow\, meditative pace covering less than a mile. The walk will conclude with a small forest celebration featuring tea brewed from native plants harvested from a local garden. \n\nDate: Saturday\, Nov 8\, 2-4pm\nLocation: Wolf Oak Woods\, site and parking located on Route 120\, just west of Thompson Road\, Bull Valley\nFee: $30 per person (max 15 people)\, please register through Cathy’s website\, Birdsong Nature Co. Visit www.birdsongnatureco.com/events and select the event “Nourish in November”\, or email info@birdsongnatureco.com.\n\n\n\nA portion of the proceeds from this walk will be donated to TLC.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/nourish-in-november-forest-walk-with-cathy-mccauley/
LOCATION:Wolf Oak Woods\, 906 IL Route 120\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20251021T145911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T145911Z
UID:11107-1762347600-1762354800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Help TLC Collect Native Seed for Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Help TLC collect native seed to help restoration efforts for TLC’s 1\,000 acres of natural areas across McHenry County! No experience necessary – we will help you learn the different plants we want to collect. Bring gloves and water to drink (and paper bags & hand snips if you have them!). We recommend wearing closed-toe shoes with socks. Reach out to Daniel Pohl at dpohl@conservemc.org with any questions. \nDate/Time: Wednesday\, Nov. 5\, 1-3:00 p.m.\nLocation: Westwood Conservation Area\, 1525 Hillside Tr. Woodstock\nFee: Free
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/help-tlc-collect-native-seed-for-restoration-4/
LOCATION:Westwood Park\, 1529 Hillside Trail\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250822T134746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T134746Z
UID:10904-1761818400-1761825600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Apple Creek Food Forest Volunteer Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a work session out at the Apple Creek Food Forest! There are lots of projects and fun planned for this growing season– including planting\, seeding\, garden bed prep\, mulching\, watering\, special projects and more! 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/apple-creek-food-forest-volunteer-session-14/
LOCATION:Apple Creek Food Forest\, 3210 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs,Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250910T143920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T143920Z
UID:10968-1761330600-1761339600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Art of the Land
DESCRIPTION:We can’t wait to see you at this year’s event\, Friday Oct. 24 and Saturday\, Oct. 25! Bring your friends and enjoy inspiring artwork\, hand-crafted artisan items\, nature photography\, live music\, appetizers\, raffle prizes and much more! Thirty percent of art sold supports The Land Conservancy of McHenry County’s mission to preserve our scenic\, natural and agricultural lands.\n\n\n\n\nEnjoy the work of fine artists and skilled artisans who are inspired by the local landscape to create unique works of art. 30% of all art sales support TLC’s land preservation work in McHenry County. The show takes place at the beautiful Starline Factory in Harvard\, a work of art in itself! Art of the Land is TLC’s biggest fundraiser of the year\, and all proceeds fund land preservation in McHenry County.\n\n\n\nGet ready for two nights of:\n\nBeautiful art and artisan items for purchase\nPhotography and People’s Choice photo contest voting\nAppetizers included and cash bar\nLive music\n\nFriday – Cheryl and the Down Home Boys\nSaturday – Donna Brooks and Ironwood\n\n\nArt demonstrations and more!\n\nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/art-of-the-land-2/
LOCATION:The Starline Factory\, 306 W. Front St.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs,TLC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250910T143835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T144051Z
UID:10966-1761330600-1761339600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Art of the Land
DESCRIPTION:We can’t wait to see you at this year’s event\, Friday Oct. 24 and Saturday\, Oct. 25! Bring your friends and enjoy inspiring artwork\, hand-crafted artisan items\, nature photography\, live music\, appetizers\, raffle prizes and much more! Thirty percent of art sold supports The Land Conservancy of McHenry County’s mission to preserve our scenic\, natural and agricultural lands.\n\n\n\n\nEnjoy the work of fine artists and skilled artisans who are inspired by the local landscape to create unique works of art. 30% of all art sales support TLC’s land preservation work in McHenry County. The show takes place at the beautiful Starline Factory in Harvard\, a work of art in itself! Art of the Land is TLC’s biggest fundraiser of the year\, and all proceeds fund land preservation in McHenry County.\n\n\n\nGet ready for two nights of:\n\nBeautiful art and artisan items for purchase\nPhotography and People’s Choice photo contest voting\nAppetizers included and cash bar\nLive music\n\nFriday – Cheryl and the Down Home Boys\nSaturday – Donna Brooks and Ironwood\n\n\nArt demonstrations and more!\n\nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/art-of-the-land/
LOCATION:The Starline Factory\, 306 W. Front St.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs,TLC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250822T134711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T134726Z
UID:10902-1761213600-1761220800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Apple Creek Food Forest Volunteer Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a work session out at the Apple Creek Food Forest! There are lots of projects and fun planned for this growing season– including planting\, seeding\, garden bed prep\, mulching\, watering\, special projects and more! 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/apple-creek-food-forest-volunteer-session-13/
LOCATION:Apple Creek Food Forest\, 3210 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs,Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250916T210912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T151757Z
UID:11001-1760866200-1760882400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Seed Sharing Day
DESCRIPTION:Open to TLC members and their guests\, 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 share native seed for their prairie\, savannas and wet habitats. Beginners are encouraged to join landowners to collect native plant seed at an assigned site. An area of pre-collected\, labeled seed will also be available with people there to help you choose the right species for your needs. If you have it\, bring your own labeled seed to share. If not\, that’s ok too! Stay for the delicious potluck lunch and informal discussion about how to use your seed. \nDate/time: Sunday\, Oct. 19\, 9:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.\nLocation: Alden/Harvard Area. Registered participants will be emailed a location before the event.\nFee: Free\, please register here 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/seed-sharing-day-2/
LOCATION:Harvard\, IL\, Harvard\, IL
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250822T134642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T134642Z
UID:10900-1760608800-1760616000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Apple Creek Food Forest Volunteer Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a work session out at the Apple Creek Food Forest! There are lots of projects and fun planned for this growing season– including planting\, seeding\, garden bed prep\, mulching\, watering\, special projects and more! 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/apple-creek-food-forest-volunteer-session-12/
LOCATION:Apple Creek Food Forest\, 3210 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs,Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250806T202927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T202927Z
UID:10831-1760464800-1760470200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Battle Against Buckthorn and Its Buddies
DESCRIPTION:Want some practical tips on how to rid your property of invasive tree species such as buckthorn and garlic mustard? Join Sarah Michehl\, Community Ecologist with The Land Conservancy\, to learn how to control these species. Native tree and shrub replacement recommendations will be covered\, too!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/battle-against-buckthorn-and-its-buddies-2/
LOCATION:Woodstock Public Library\, 414 W. Judd St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250916T203738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T183106Z
UID:10989-1760187600-1760198400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Thompson Road Preserve Open House
DESCRIPTION:Trails will be open\, guided hikes\, a viewing platform for bird watching\, a gorgeous pollinator garden (thanks to the Bull Valley Garden Club)\, and lots of opportunities for volunteers to become involved in taking care of the site in the years to come!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/thompson-road-preserve-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250806T203525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T203525Z
UID:10838-1760025600-1760032800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Help TLC Collect Native Seed for Restoration!
DESCRIPTION:Help TLC collect native seed to help restoration efforts for TLC’s 1\,000 acres of natural areas across McHenry County! No experience necessary – we will help you learn the different plants we want to collect. Bring gloves and water to drink (and paper bags & hand snips if you have them!). We recommend wearing closed-toe shoes with socks. Three organized events in September and October are planned (weather permitting); reach out to Daniel Pohl at dpohl@conservemc.org with any questions. \n 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/help-tlc-collect-native-seed-for-restoration-3/
LOCATION:Wolf Oak Woods\, 906 IL Route 120\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250822T134623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T134623Z
UID:10898-1760004000-1760011200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Apple Creek Food Forest Volunteer Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a work session out at the Apple Creek Food Forest! There are lots of projects and fun planned for this growing season– including planting\, seeding\, garden bed prep\, mulching\, watering\, special projects and more! 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/apple-creek-food-forest-volunteer-session-11/
LOCATION:Apple Creek Food Forest\, 3210 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs,Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T083000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250806T202455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T202455Z
UID:10829-1759649400-1759653000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Fall Migrant Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:Migrating birds are making their way south to their wintering grounds\, but there are still plenty to be found! Learn to spot migrating birds such as raptors\, warblers\, sparrows\, flycatcher\, finches and more!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/fall-migrant-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Hennen Conservation Area\, 4622 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250806T203407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T203407Z
UID:10836-1759237200-1759244400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Help TLC Collect Native Seed for Restoration!
DESCRIPTION:Help TLC collect native seed to help restoration efforts for TLC’s 1\,000 acres of natural areas across McHenry County! No experience necessary – we will help you learn the different plants we want to collect. Bring gloves and water to drink (and paper bags & hand snips if you have them!). We recommend wearing closed-toe shoes with socks. Three organized events in September and October are planned (weather permitting); reach out to Daniel Pohl at dpohl@conservemc.org with any questions. \n 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/help-tlc-collect-native-seed-for-restoration-2/
LOCATION:Yonder Prairie\, 1143 S. Rosefarm Rd.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T143000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250806T201545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T201545Z
UID:10823-1758963600-1758983400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Beginners Chainsaw Training
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn how to chainsaw\, but don’t know how to get started? Join The Land Conservancy’s Ecologist\, Daniel Pohl\, to learn the basics in a hands-on way. Participants will be introduced to protective equipment\, basic chainsaw maintenance\, and the development of technique to safely fell a tree and cut it up. Participants are welcome to bring their own protective equipment such as leather gloves\, safety glasses\, earplugs and chaps\, but we will have some for people to use during the class as well. This class is tailored to beginners who have never used a chainsaw. Please bring lunch and water.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/beginners-chainsaw-training/
LOCATION:Hennen Conservation Area\, 4622 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250822T134548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T134548Z
UID:10896-1758794400-1758801600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Apple Creek Food Forest Volunteer Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a work session out at the Apple Creek Food Forest! There are lots of projects and fun planned for this growing season– including planting\, seeding\, garden bed prep\, mulching\, watering\, special projects and more! 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/apple-creek-food-forest-volunteer-session-10/
LOCATION:Apple Creek Food Forest\, 3210 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs,Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250820T204859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T204859Z
UID:10853-1758445200-1758452400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Autumn Equinox Forest Bathing Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join certified forest bathing guide Cathy McCauley for a sensory walk in celebration of the Autumnal Equinox. Through a series of gentle invitations\, you’ll be encouraged to slow down\, engage your senses\, and connect with the natural world as you explore the woods and the pond’s edge. This relaxed walk unfolds at a slow\, meditative pace covering less than a mile. The walk will conclude with a small forest celebration featuring tea brewed from native plants harvested from a local garden.Fee: $30 per person\, please register at the link.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/autumn-equinox-forest-bathing-walk/
LOCATION:Hennen Conservation Area\, 4622 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250917T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250806T203253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T191805Z
UID:10834-1758124800-1758132000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Help TLC Collect Native Seed for Restoration!
DESCRIPTION:Help TLC collect native seed to help restoration efforts for TLC’s 1\,000 acres of natural areas across McHenry County! No experience necessary – we will help you learn the different plants we want to collect. Bring gloves and water to drink (and paper bags & hand snips if you have them!). We recommend wearing closed-toe shoes with socks. Three organized events in September and October are planned (weather permitting); reach out to Daniel Pohl at dpohl@conservemc.org with any questions. \n 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/help-tlc-collect-native-seed-for-restoration/
LOCATION:Boloria Meadows\, 7219 Millburne Ct.\, Bull Valley\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250822T134526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T134526Z
UID:10894-1758016800-1758024000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Apple Creek Food Forest Volunteer Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a work session out at the Apple Creek Food Forest! There are lots of projects and fun planned for this growing season– including planting\, seeding\, garden bed prep\, mulching\, watering\, special projects and more! 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/apple-creek-food-forest-volunteer-session-9/
LOCATION:Apple Creek Food Forest\, 3210 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs,Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250806T201810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T201810Z
UID:10825-1758013200-1758031200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Learning Circle for Women Farmland Owners
DESCRIPTION:Learning Circles are events created for women farmers and farmland owners to join other women to share ideas\, stories\, and expertise on how to manage the land you love. This Learning Circle will focus on topics such as: conservation easements\, foraging\, value-added products and more!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/learning-circle-for-women-farmland-owners-2/
LOCATION:The Blue Farm – Toad Hall\, 9513 Reese Rd..\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250519T200908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T200908Z
UID:10494-1757757600-1757779200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:TLC's Fall Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Come shop the thousands of native plants\, trees and shrubs available Sept. 12 & 13\, 10:00-4:00 at the McHenry County Fairgrounds.\nOR Pre-order your plants\, trees and shrubs July 31-Aug. 20 and pick up your plants Sept. 12 & 13 at the McHenry County Fairgrounds.\nStore.ConserveMC.org
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/tlcs-fall-native-plant-sale-2/
LOCATION:McHenry County Fairgrounds\, 11900 Country Club Rd.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250912T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250519T200850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T200850Z
UID:10491-1757671200-1757692800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:TLC's Fall Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Come shop the thousands of native plants\, trees and shrubs available Sept. 12 & 13\, 10:00-4:00 at the McHenry County Fairgrounds.\nOR Pre-order your plants\, trees and shrubs July 31-Aug. 20 and pick up your plants Sept. 12 & 13 at the McHenry County Fairgrounds.\nStore.ConserveMC.org
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/tlcs-fall-native-plant-sale/
LOCATION:McHenry County Fairgrounds\, 11900 Country Club Rd.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250907T083000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250806T202020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T202217Z
UID:10827-1757228400-1757233800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Fall Warblers Bird Walk at Crowley Oaks
DESCRIPTION:Spotting fall warblers can be difficult\, but with a little help\, you can spot and identify even the most confusing of fall warblers. Join us at Crowley Oaks Preserve in Harvard on a guided hike focused on this amazingly diverse group of birds as they migrate south to their wintering grounds.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/fall-warblers-bird-walk-at-crowley-oaks/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250718T165211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T165211Z
UID:10750-1754470800-1754488800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Women’s Learning Circle
DESCRIPTION:Learning Circles are designed for women farmers and farmland owners to join other women to share ideas\, stories\, and expertise on how to manage the land you love. This Learning Circle will focus on topics such as: no-till market gardening\, small farm equipment\, the World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF) program and more!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/womens-learning-circle/
LOCATION:Adama Farm\, 18311 Garden Valley Rd.\, Marengo\, IL\, 60152
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250414T203552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T203623Z
UID:10262-1751018400-1751025600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Apple Creek Food Forest Volunteer Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a work session out at the Apple Creek Food Forest! There are lots of projects and fun planned for this growing season– including planting\, seeding\, garden bed prep\, mulching\, watering\, special projects and more! 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/apple-creek-food-forest-volunteer-session-8/
LOCATION:Apple Creek Food Forest\, 3210 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs,Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250621T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T085859
CREATED:20250408T203249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T132217Z
UID:10168-1750496400-1750501800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Boloria Meadows Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION: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 species of bees and other pollinators. One unusual butterfly species that should be abundant in June is the Baltimore Checkerspot that uses the Turtlehead flower as its host plant. The walk will cover roughly one mile of gently rolling terrain. \nDate: Saturday\, June 21\, 10:00-11:30 a.m.\nLocation: Street parking at 7219 Millburne Court\, Bull Valley\nFee: Free\, please register at ConserveMC.org by June 20 at Noon.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/boloria-meadows-nature-walk-2/
LOCATION:Boloria Meadows\, 7219 Millburne Ct.\, Bull Valley\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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