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SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Crowley Workdays continue\, thanks to our site co-steward: Julie! She and Larry will be continuing the tradition at this magnificent wooded 80 acre site! Work will continue clearing invasive brush\, under the pines southwest of the central wetland\, to allow more light to reach the understory and encourage native plants and new oaks to grow. We’ll meet near the parking lot entrance and walk back together. \nDirections: From the intersection of 173 and 14 in Harvard\, head east on 173 and continue for 3.2 miles. Turn left (west) on Crowley Road\, and continue for 0.2 miles. The site will be to the north\, park in the lot.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/copy-of-crowley-oaks-restoration-workday/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260907T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T135935Z
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SUMMARY:Thompson Road Preserve Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join Bruce at Thompson Road Preserve for a morning of restoration! This workday will be clearing brush under the oaks along the road allowing folks traveling down Thompson to view this incredible site. \nWork will continue along the fence line but the parking area will be across the street on Woodland Lane. \nDirections: From the intersection of Charles Rd. and Greenwood Rd. in Woodstock\, head South on Greenwood Rd. (rt. 120) for 0.9 miles. Turn left onto Thompson Rd. and continue for 0.7 miles. Turn left onto Woodland Lane and Park along the road.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/thompson-road-preserve-restoration-workday-46/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T120000
DTSTAMP:20260223T151046Z
CREATED:20260107T164510Z
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SUMMARY:Irish Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a workday at this exquisite Illinois Nature Preserve! This 40 acre parcel was identified in the Illinois Natural Areas Inventory as the best remaining example of a dry mesic oak savanna in the state! Non-native brush has invaded the site and we\, and the Blandings Turtles\, need your help to get rid of it! \nDirections: From Rt. 14 in Harvard\, take Brink St east for 1.7 miles. Turn right (south) onto Schultz Rd and continue for 0.3 miles. Turn left (east) onto Lincoln Rd\, and continue for 0.5 miles. The entrance to the site will be on the right (south) and is a gravel lane between a wooded fence row and a farm field. We’ll park at the kiosk and walk in along the farm field.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/irish-oaks-restoration-workday-16/
LOCATION:Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T150000
DTSTAMP:20260824T190617Z
CREATED:20260824T190617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T190617Z
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SUMMARY:Help TLC Collect Native Seed for Restoration!
DESCRIPTION:You can help collect native seed to help restore TLC’s 1\,000 acres of local prairies and woodlands throughout McHenry County! Join the fun with this hands-on outdoor activity. We will collect seeds from native plants\, and the seed collected will eventually be spread and sowed to help local wildlife and pollinators!  \nNo experience necessary\, we will help you learn the different plants we want to collect seed from.  \nBring gloves and water (and paper bags & hand snips if you have them!) Please wear closed-toe shoes with socks. \nThere will be seven organized events on Thursdays in September and October\, weather permitting – come to one\, or come to all! \nReach out to Daniel Pohl at dpohl@conservemc.org or Kevin Wendtland at kwendtland@conservemc.org with any questions. All seed collecting events are free\, please register at ConserveMC.org\, or just show up if it’s not raining! 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/help-tlc-collect-native-seed-for-restoration-5/
LOCATION:Boloria Meadows\, 7219 Millburne Ct.\, Bull Valley\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T120000
DTSTAMP:20260831T172558Z
CREATED:20260831T172558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T172558Z
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SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Crowley Workdays continue\, thanks to our site co-steward: Julie! She and Larry will be continuing the tradition at this magnificent wooded 80 acre site! Work will continue clearing invasive brush\, under the pines southwest of the central wetland\, to allow more light to reach the understory and encourage native plants and new oaks to grow. We’ll meet near the parking lot entrance and walk back together. \nDirections: From the intersection of 173 and 14 in Harvard\, head east on 173 and continue for 3.2 miles. Turn left (west) on Crowley Road\, and continue for 0.2 miles. The site will be to the north\, park in the lot.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/crowley-oaks-restoration-workday-30/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260828T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T134050Z
CREATED:20260824T134050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T134050Z
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SUMMARY:Final Friday Workday - No Chainsaws!
DESCRIPTION:If chainsaws aren’t your jam\, come help out for a significantly quieter workday hand-pulling goldenrod at the Sava Conservation Easement! This beautiful 7.8 acre easement is home to a restored prairie\, old growth oak savanna\, and pine forest. \nDirections: From the intersection of 47 and 176 in Woodstock\, head west on 176 for 6.5 miles. Turn right (north) onto Millstream Rd and drive for .8 miles. Turn left (west) onto River Rd. then in .1 miles turn right (north) on to Standish Rd. Turn into the second driveway on the right (east) side of the road. Park in the driveway or near the garage\, leaving enough room for others to pass by if possible.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/final-friday-workday-no-chainsaws/
LOCATION:3904 Standish Rd. Marengo\, IL\, 3904 Standish Rd.\, Marengo\, IL\, 60152
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260827T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T193314Z
CREATED:20260420T193314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T193314Z
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SUMMARY:Ryders Woods Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a restoration workday at one of Woodstock’s beautiful natural areas! For this workday we’ll continue to clear brush on the north side of the park. We’ll focus on the invasive shrubs and trees that are obstructing the boundaries to allow more light to reach the plants in understory and provide an unobstructed view into the woods. \nDirections: From the intersection of 14 and 47\, head north on 47\, Turn left on Lake Ave\, and then left on Dick Tracy Ave. Park near the playground and we’ll walk over to the work area together.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/ryders-woods-restoration-workday-14/
LOCATION:Ryders Woods\, 556 Lake Ave.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T200000
DTSTAMP:20260625T201724Z
CREATED:20260625T201724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T201724Z
UID:12638-1787770800-1787774400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:The Ecology of Oaks
DESCRIPTION:Our native oaks are a keystone species that many other species rely on. How do they connect with other woodland plants\, and what can you do to help our native oak trees? Sarah Michehl of TLC will share more about the fascinating life of oak trees.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/the-ecology-of-oaks/
LOCATION:Cary Area Library\, 1606 Three Oaks Rd.\, Cary\, IL
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T134744Z
CREATED:20260629T134744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T134744Z
UID:12673-1787734800-1787745600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Crowley Workdays have returned\, thanks to our new site co-steward: Julie!! She and Larry will be continuing the tradition at this magnificent wooded 80 acre site! Work will continue clearing invasive brush\, under the pines southwest of the central wetland\, to allow more light to reach the understory and encourage native plants and new oaks to grow. We’ll meet near the parking lot entrance and walk back together. \nDirections: From the intersection of 173 and 14 in Harvard\, head east on 173 and continue for 3.2 miles. Turn left (west) on Crowley Road\, and continue for 0.2 miles. The site will be to the north\, park in the lot.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/crowley-oaks-restoration-workday-29/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260824T193000
DTSTAMP:20260728T153139Z
CREATED:20260728T153139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T153139Z
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SUMMARY:Native Plants for Sunny Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Discover the charm of native\, sun-loving prairie plants and how they can add beauty and function in our gardens. \nLayering techniques and favorite combos will be shown for gardens big and small. \nAfter the program\, there will be a brief ceremony where The Land Conservancy will present the library with a Conservation@Work sign to launch their garden revamp. \nRegistration begins Aug. 3. \nDate/time: Monday\, Aug. 24\, 6:30 p.m.\nLocation: Johnsburg Public Library\, 3000 N. Johnsburg Rd. Johnsburg\nFee: Free\, please register beginning Aug. 3.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/native-plants-for-sunny-gardens/
LOCATION:Johnsburg Library\, 3000 N. Johnsburg Rd.\, Johnsburg\, IL\, 60050
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T134724Z
CREATED:20260629T134724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T134724Z
UID:12671-1787130000-1787140800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Crowley Workdays have returned\, thanks to our new site co-steward: Julie!! She and Larry will be continuing the tradition at this magnificent wooded 80 acre site! Work will continue clearing invasive brush\, under the pines southwest of the central wetland\, to allow more light to reach the understory and encourage native plants and new oaks to grow. We’ll meet near the parking lot entrance and walk back together. \nDirections: From the intersection of 173 and 14 in Harvard\, head east on 173 and continue for 3.2 miles. Turn left (west) on Crowley Road\, and continue for 0.2 miles. The site will be to the north\, park in the lot.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/crowley-oaks-restoration-workday-28/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T135915Z
CREATED:20260504T135903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T135915Z
UID:12263-1786957200-1786968000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Thompson Road Preserve Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join Bruce at Thompson Road Preserve for a morning of restoration! This workday will be clearing brush under the oaks along the road allowing folks traveling down Thompson to view this incredible site. \nWork will continue along the fence line but the parking area will be across the street on Woodland Lane. \nDirections: From the intersection of Charles Rd. and Greenwood Rd. in Woodstock\, head South on Greenwood Rd. (rt. 120) for 0.9 miles. Turn left onto Thompson Rd. and continue for 0.7 miles. Turn left onto Woodland Lane and Park along the road.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/thompson-road-preserve-restoration-workday-45/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T134707Z
CREATED:20260629T134705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T134707Z
UID:12669-1786525200-1786536000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Crowley Workdays have returned\, thanks to our new site co-steward: Julie!! She and Larry will be continuing the tradition at this magnificent wooded 80 acre site! Work will continue clearing invasive brush\, under the pines southwest of the central wetland\, to allow more light to reach the understory and encourage native plants and new oaks to grow. We’ll meet near the parking lot entrance and walk back together. \nDirections: From the intersection of 173 and 14 in Harvard\, head east on 173 and continue for 3.2 miles. Turn left (west) on Crowley Road\, and continue for 0.2 miles. The site will be to the north\, park in the lot.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/crowley-oaks-restoration-workday-27/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T113000
DTSTAMP:20260803T173310Z
CREATED:20260625T200615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T173310Z
UID:12631-1786096800-1786102200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Food Forest Trail Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about our local flora and fauna? Come walk the Creekside trail and help document as many species of plants\, insects and any other wildlife we see! Bring your camera (or phone) and your enthusiasm for nature to this all-ages event.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/food-forest-trail-bioblitz/
LOCATION:Apple Creek Food Forest\, 3210 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T130709Z
CREATED:20260629T134647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T130709Z
UID:12667-1785920400-1785931200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN - Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Crowley Workdays have returned\, thanks to our new site co-steward: Julie!! She and Larry will be continuing the tradition at this magnificent wooded 80 acre site! Work will continue clearing invasive brush\, under the pines southwest of the central wetland\, to allow more light to reach the understory and encourage native plants and new oaks to grow. We’ll meet near the parking lot entrance and walk back together. \nDirections: From the intersection of 173 and 14 in Harvard\, head east on 173 and continue for 3.2 miles. Turn left (west) on Crowley Road\, and continue for 0.2 miles. The site will be to the north\, park in the lot.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/crowley-oaks-restoration-workday-26/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260731T152016Z
CREATED:20260107T164435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T152016Z
UID:11446-1785574800-1785585600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Cancelled due to rain - Irish Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a workday at this exquisite Illinois Nature Preserve! This 40 acre parcel was identified in the Illinois Natural Areas Inventory as the best remaining example of a dry mesic oak savanna in the state! Non-native brush has invaded the site and we\, and the Blandings Turtles\, need your help to get rid of it! \nDirections: From Rt. 14 in Harvard\, take Brink St east for 1.7 miles. Turn right (south) onto Schultz Rd and continue for 0.3 miles. Turn left (east) onto Lincoln Rd\, and continue for 0.5 miles. The entrance to the site will be on the right (south) and is a gravel lane between a wooded fence row and a farm field. We’ll park at the kiosk and walk in along the farm field.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/irish-oaks-restoration-workday-15/
LOCATION:Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T143800Z
CREATED:20260727T143800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T143800Z
UID:12841-1785488400-1785499200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Final Friday with Kathryn at Van Maren Conservation Easement
DESCRIPTION:It has been a LONG TIME so: Let’s clear some brush around the mighty oaks at the Van Maren easement! With about 29 acres of remnant oak woodland\, this easement protects a big portion of one of the largest intact remnant oak communities in McHenry County (plus wetland and farmland). \nDirections: From US Highway Rte. 14\, 4 miles south of Harvard or 7 miles north of Woodstock\, head west on Lembcke Rd for 1.3 miles. On the north side of the road\, park on the little gravel access drive at the pinned location\, or feel free to park in the grass along the ditch between cornfields. If you’d like\, you can drive north on the grass along the ditch to get closer to the work site (which is approximately here). Keep an eye out for TLC staff to guide you or follow the sounds of chainsaws.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/final-friday-with-kathryn-at-van-maren-conservation-easement/
LOCATION:Community Research Forest\, 20202 Lembcke Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260730T200000
DTSTAMP:20260625T200358Z
CREATED:20260625T200358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T200358Z
UID:12629-1785438000-1785441600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Plan Your Native Plant Garden
DESCRIPTION:Planning on starting a new native plant garden? Sarah Michehl from TLC will talk about site preparation\, favorite plant choices\, the pollinator connection\, and vital maintenance tips to make any garden a success.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/plan-your-native-plant-garden-2/
LOCATION:Cary Area Library\, 1606 Three Oaks Rd.\, Cary\, IL
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T134622Z
CREATED:20260629T134622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T134622Z
UID:12665-1785315600-1785326400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Crowley Workdays have returned\, thanks to our new site co-steward: Julie!! She and Larry will be continuing the tradition at this magnificent wooded 80 acre site! Work will continue clearing invasive brush\, under the pines southwest of the central wetland\, to allow more light to reach the understory and encourage native plants and new oaks to grow. We’ll meet near the parking lot entrance and walk back together. \nDirections: From the intersection of 173 and 14 in Harvard\, head east on 173 and continue for 3.2 miles. Turn left (west) on Crowley Road\, and continue for 0.2 miles. The site will be to the north\, park in the lot.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/crowley-oaks-restoration-workday-25/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260724T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260724T220000
DTSTAMP:20260625T200940Z
CREATED:20260625T200940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T200940Z
UID:12633-1784923200-1784930400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:After Hours: Moth Talk
DESCRIPTION:This one’s for the adults! \nAre you curious about the dark side of nature? What really happens when the sun goes down? Celebrate Moth Week by hanging out\, enjoying s’mores and campfire games while we wait for our nocturnal insect friends to join the party! Bring your sense of humor and get ready to learn about what moths really do at night! \nThis program is designed for guests 18+.\nPlease bring a chair and bug spray.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/after-hours-moth-talk/
LOCATION:Hennen Conservation Area\, 4622 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260723T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T193247Z
CREATED:20260420T193247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T193247Z
UID:12114-1784797200-1784808000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Ryders Woods Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a restoration workday at one of Woodstock’s beautiful natural areas! For this workday we’ll continue to clear brush on the north side of the park. We’ll focus on the invasive shrubs and trees that are obstructing the boundaries to allow more light to reach the plants in understory and provide an unobstructed view into the woods. \nDirections: From the intersection of 14 and 47\, head north on 47\, Turn left on Lake Ave\, and then left on Dick Tracy Ave. Park near the playground and we’ll walk over to the work area together.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/ryders-woods-restoration-workday-13/
LOCATION:Ryders Woods\, 556 Lake Ave.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T134604Z
CREATED:20260629T134604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T134604Z
UID:12663-1784710800-1784721600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Crowley Workdays have returned\, thanks to our new site co-steward: Julie!! She and Larry will be continuing the tradition at this magnificent wooded 80 acre site! Work will continue clearing invasive brush\, under the pines southwest of the central wetland\, to allow more light to reach the understory and encourage native plants and new oaks to grow. We’ll meet near the parking lot entrance and walk back together. \nDirections: From the intersection of 173 and 14 in Harvard\, head east on 173 and continue for 3.2 miles. Turn left (west) on Crowley Road\, and continue for 0.2 miles. The site will be to the north\, park in the lot.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/crowley-oaks-restoration-workday-24/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T135844Z
CREATED:20260504T135837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T135844Z
UID:12261-1784538000-1784548800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Thompson Road Preserve Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join Bruce at Thompson Road Preserve for a morning of restoration! This workday will be clearing brush under the oaks along the road allowing folks traveling down Thompson to view this incredible site. \nWork will continue along the fence line but the parking area will be across the street on Woodland Lane. \nDirections: From the intersection of Charles Rd. and Greenwood Rd. in Woodstock\, head South on Greenwood Rd. (rt. 120) for 0.9 miles. Turn left onto Thompson Rd. and continue for 0.7 miles. Turn left onto Woodland Lane and Park along the road.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/thompson-road-preserve-restoration-workday-44/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T120000
DTSTAMP:20260715T132341Z
CREATED:20260629T134544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T132341Z
UID:12661-1784106000-1784116800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Crowley Workdays have returned\, thanks to our new site co-steward: Julie!! She and Larry will be continuing the tradition at this magnificent wooded 80 acre site! Work will continue clearing invasive brush\, under the pines southwest of the central wetland\, to allow more light to reach the understory and encourage native plants and new oaks to grow. We’ll meet near the parking lot entrance and walk back together. \nDirections: From the intersection of 173 and 14 in Harvard\, head east on 173 and continue for 3.2 miles. Turn left (west) on Crowley Road\, and continue for 0.2 miles. The site will be to the north\, park in the lot.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/crowley-oaks-restoration-workday-23/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T200000
DTSTAMP:20260625T201508Z
CREATED:20260625T201432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T201508Z
UID:12636-1784052000-1784059200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Local Farmer Author Event with Tiffany Kriner of Thought\, Word and Seed
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Tiffany Kriner\, of Root and Sky Farm in Marengo\, and author of In Thought\, Word and Seed. The evening will start at the Woodstock Opera House and follow with a book signing and a chance to meet Tiffany at Read Between the Lynes. This is a great opportunity to support local farms and our independent book store!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/local-farmer-author-event-with-tiffany-kriner-of-thought-word-and-seed/
LOCATION:Woodstock Opera House\, 121 W. Van Buren St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T134519Z
CREATED:20260629T134519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T134519Z
UID:12659-1783501200-1783512000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Crowley Workdays have returned\, thanks to our new site co-steward: Julie!! She and Larry will be continuing the tradition at this magnificent wooded 80 acre site! Work will continue clearing invasive brush\, under the pines southwest of the central wetland\, to allow more light to reach the understory and encourage native plants and new oaks to grow. We’ll meet near the parking lot entrance and walk back together. \nDirections: From the intersection of 173 and 14 in Harvard\, head east on 173 and continue for 3.2 miles. Turn left (west) on Crowley Road\, and continue for 0.2 miles. The site will be to the north\, park in the lot.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/crowley-oaks-restoration-workday-22/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T120000
DTSTAMP:20260630T203940Z
CREATED:20260630T183301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T203940Z
UID:12693-1783420200-1783425600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Pollinator BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Pollinator Bioblitz- take two! Since our June pollinator bioblitz got rained out\, we are going to try again in July. 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 learn more about local pollinators\, plants and other insects.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/pollinator-bioblitz-2/
LOCATION:Yonder Prairie\, 1143 S. Rosefarm Rd.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T135821Z
CREATED:20260504T135821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T135821Z
UID:12259-1783328400-1783339200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Thompson Road Preserve Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join Bruce at Thompson Road Preserve for a morning of restoration! This workday will be clearing brush under the oaks along the road allowing folks traveling down Thompson to view this incredible site. \nWork will continue along the fence line but the parking area will be across the street on Woodland Lane. \nDirections: From the intersection of Charles Rd. and Greenwood Rd. in Woodstock\, head South on Greenwood Rd. (rt. 120) for 0.9 miles. Turn left onto Thompson Rd. and continue for 0.7 miles. Turn left onto Woodland Lane and Park along the road.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/thompson-road-preserve-restoration-workday-43/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T201528Z
CREATED:20260423T201528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T201528Z
UID:12173-1782846000-1782849600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Birds\, Bees\, and Butterflies: Plant Your Own Native Plant Garden
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to attract monarchs and other butterflies\, plus birds and bees to your yard. Sarah Michehl from TLC will give you easy tips and info on gardening with native plant communities that will provide beauty and everything a pollinator could need.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/birds-bees-and-butterflies-plant-your-own-native-plant-garden-2/
LOCATION:Cary Area Library\, 1606 Three Oaks Rd.\, Cary\, IL
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T113535Z
CREATED:20260520T113535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T113535Z
UID:12416-1782577800-1782590400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:McHenry County Historical Society Ag-Her-Culture Farm Dinner
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRegister HERE to enjoy and unforgettable evening featuring: \n\nA stroll through the lavender field\nAn exclusive preview of the Her Land\, Her Legacy traveling exhibit\nSilent Auction\nCash bar with small bites & cocktails\nLive Music\nA seasonal farm dinner\nA special recognition honoring women farmers of McHenry County
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/mchenry-county-historical-society-ag-her-culture-farm-dinner/
LOCATION:Maria’s Farm\, 216 N. Menge Rd.\, Marengo\, IL\, 60152
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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