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SUMMARY:Seed Sharing Day
DESCRIPTION:Open to TLC members and a guest\, Seed Sharing Day is an annual event organized by TLC and hosted by a number of local land owners. This is an opportunity for people to collect and share native seed for their prairie\, savanna 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. 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. 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/seed-sharing-day/
LOCATION:Harvard\, IL\, Harvard\, IL
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T212250Z
CREATED:20260929T212250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T212250Z
UID:13321-1792404000-1792414800@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. \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-48/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T172952Z
CREATED:20260831T172952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T172952Z
UID:13178-1792576800-1792587600@conservemc.org
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-37/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260824T194504Z
CREATED:20260824T194451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T194504Z
UID:13115-1792674000-1792681200@conservemc.org
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/copy-of-help-tlc-collect-native-seed-for-restoration-2/
LOCATION:Westwood Park\, 1529 Hillside Trail\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261023T210000
DTSTAMP:20251201T182543Z
CREATED:20251201T182543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T182543Z
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SUMMARY:Art of the Land
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Art of the Land\, Friday\, Oct. 23 & Saturday\, Oct. 24\, 2026! \nMore details to follow!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/art-of-the-land-3/
LOCATION:The Starline Factory\, 306 W. Front St.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs,TLC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T210000
DTSTAMP:20251201T182606Z
CREATED:20251201T182606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T182606Z
UID:11287-1792866600-1792875600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Art of the Land
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for Art of the Land\, Friday\, Oct. 23 & Saturday\, Oct. 24\, 2026! \nMore details to follow!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/art-of-the-land-4/
LOCATION:The Starline Factory\, 306 W. Front St.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs,TLC Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261028T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T173021Z
CREATED:20260831T173021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T173021Z
UID:13180-1793181600-1793192400@conservemc.org
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-38/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T130000
DTSTAMP:20261026T145417Z
CREATED:20261026T145417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261026T145417Z
UID:13420-1793354400-1793365200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Final Friday at the Swanson Conservation Easement
DESCRIPTION:Nearest address: 5615 N Ridgeway Rd\, Ringwood\, IL 60072-9634 \n42.408634\, -88.318524 \nClick Here for Map Pin \nThis property was one of the first Conservation@Home certified properties in McHenry County\, receiving the certification in May 2015. Marti Swanson has lived at the property in Ringwood since 1992 and placed a conservation easement on it in 2009. At just under 5 acres\, the land consists of oak-hickory savanna and two man-made but spring-fed ponds. Adjacent to Glacial Park\, this property provides a crucial “stepping stone” habitat for wildlife. \nLet’s help Marti clear some brush along her pond in her beautiful oak woodland! If we’re up for it\, we might even collect some native seed while we’re at it. \nDirections: From the intersection of IL rt120 and IL rt31 in McHenry\, head north on rt31 3.6 miles. Trun left (west) on Barnard Mill Road and drive for 1.7 miles. Turn right (north) on to Ridgeway Rd\, drive for .8 miles and the driveway will be on the left (west). Park near the house.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/final-friday-at-the-swanson-conservation-easement/
LOCATION:Swanson Conservation Easement\, 5615 Ridgeway Rd.\, Ringwood\, IL\, 60072
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T193000
DTSTAMP:20260825T152822Z
CREATED:20260824T184330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T152822Z
UID:13090-1793383200-1793388600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:After Hours - Halloween Family Fun
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the spooky and creepy critters of McHenry County with us! We’ll look for bats\, moths\, spiders\, owls and more!. If you scare easily\, feel free to sit by the bonfire and enjoy s’mores at this all-ages event!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/after-hours-halloween-family-fun/
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:20261030T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261030T220000
DTSTAMP:20260825T152606Z
CREATED:20260824T184616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T152606Z
UID:13093-1793390400-1793397600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:After Hours - Halloween Edition (For Adults)
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about the creatures that go bump in the night? Join us as we seek out the spooky and creepy critters that call McHenry County home! Plan to hang out\, enjoy some s’mores\, and campfire games while we wait for our nocturnal friends to join this adults-only party! 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/after-hours-halloween-edition-for-adults/
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:20261102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261102T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T212314Z
CREATED:20260929T212314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T212314Z
UID:13323-1793613600-1793624400@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. \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-49/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T173053Z
CREATED:20260831T173053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T173053Z
UID:13182-1793786400-1793797200@conservemc.org
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-39/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260223T151248Z
CREATED:20260107T164629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T151248Z
UID:11452-1794045600-1794056400@conservemc.org
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-18/
LOCATION:Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T173117Z
CREATED:20260831T173117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T173117Z
UID:13184-1794391200-1794402000@conservemc.org
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-40/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261112T190000
DTSTAMP:20261027T202332Z
CREATED:20261027T202332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T202332Z
UID:13464-1794506400-1794510000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Native Landscaping for Winter Beauty
DESCRIPTION:Join TLC’s Community Ecologist\, Sarah Michehl\, to learn winter landscaping tips that show off the beauty of your native grasses\, wildflowers and shrubs. She will also share the connection between wildlife and native plants. \nDate/time: Thursday\, Nov. 12\, 6-7:00 p.m. \nLocation: Nippersink Public Library\, 5418 Hill Rd\, Richmond \nFee: Free\, please register here
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/native-landscaping-for-winter-beauty/
LOCATION:Nippersink Public Library\, 5418 Hill Rd.\, Richmond\, IL\, 60071
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261116T130000
DTSTAMP:20260929T212339Z
CREATED:20260929T212339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T212339Z
UID:13325-1794823200-1794834000@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. \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-50/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T173139Z
CREATED:20260831T173139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T173139Z
UID:13186-1794996000-1795006800@conservemc.org
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-41/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T150000
DTSTAMP:20261028T134214Z
CREATED:20261027T202556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T134214Z
UID:13466-1795096800-1795100400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Native Landscaping for Winter Beauty
DESCRIPTION:Join TLC’s Community Ecologist\, Sarah Michehl\, to learn winter landscaping tips that show off the beauty of your native grasses\, wildflowers and shrubs. She will also share the connection between wildlife and native plants. \nDate/time: Thursday\, Nov. 19\, 2-3:00 p.m. \nLocation: Algonquin Public Library- Eastgate Branch\, 115 Eastgate Dr\, Algonquin \nFee: Free\, please register here
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/native-landscaping-for-winter-beauty-2/
LOCATION:Algonquin Library Eastgate Brach\, 115 Eastgate Dr.\, Algonquin\, IL\, 60102
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261125T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T173237Z
CREATED:20260831T173237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T173237Z
UID:13188-1795600800-1795611600@conservemc.org
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-42/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T173259Z
CREATED:20260831T173259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T173259Z
UID:13190-1796205600-1796216400@conservemc.org
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-43/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261203T173000
DTSTAMP:20261028T134752Z
CREATED:20261028T134752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T134752Z
UID:13485-1796315400-1796319000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Evening Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Join us on this evening bird walk to look and listen for owls! You MUST register for this walk as space is limited to increase our chances of finding owls. This walk will take place in Woodstock\, registered participants will be given the exact location. Owling relies on specific weather conditions to be productive. Participants will be notified of any reschedules/ cancellations the morning of the walk. We will be walking in the dark\, no flashlights. Please note that while we will try our best\, owls are elusive\, so there is no guarantee we will find one. \nFree\, register here by Dec. 1. Limited to five participants
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/evening-owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Woodstock\, Woodstock\, IL
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T170000
DTSTAMP:20261027T202919Z
CREATED:20261027T202919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T202919Z
UID:13468-1796479200-1796490000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Common Ground
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. \nDate/time: Saturday\, Dec. 5\, 2-5:00 p.m.\nLocation: TBD\nFee: $10 per person\, please register here by Dec. 1
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/common-ground/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T174208Z
CREATED:20260831T174208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T174208Z
UID:13199-1796810400-1796821200@conservemc.org
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-31/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261210T173000
DTSTAMP:20261028T135344Z
CREATED:20261028T135344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T135344Z
UID:13488-1796920200-1796923800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Evening Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Join us on this evening bird walk to look and listen for owls! You MUST register for this walk as space is limited to increase our chances of finding owls. This walk will take place in Bull Valley\, registered participants will be given the exact location. Owling relies on specific weather conditions to be productive. Participants will be notified of any reschedules/ cancellations the morning of the walk. We will be walking in the dark\, no flashlights. Please note that while we will try our best\, owls are elusive\, so there is no guarantee we will find one. \nFree\, register here by Dec. 8. Limited to five participants
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/evening-owl-prowl-2/
LOCATION:Bull Valley\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T173349Z
CREATED:20260831T173325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T173349Z
UID:13192-1797415200-1797426000@conservemc.org
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-44/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260107T164649Z
CREATED:20260107T164649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T164649Z
UID:11454-1797674400-1797685200@conservemc.org
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-19/
LOCATION:Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T173417Z
CREATED:20260831T173417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T173417Z
UID:13194-1798020000-1798030800@conservemc.org
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-45/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261230T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261230T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T173445Z
CREATED:20260831T173445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T173445Z
UID:13196-1798624800-1798635600@conservemc.org
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-46/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261231T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261231T130000
DTSTAMP:20261027T201939Z
CREATED:20261027T201939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T201939Z
UID:13462-1798711200-1798722000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:New Year's Eve Oak Rescue
DESCRIPTION: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 tree! \nWhat is an oak rescue? It’s an opportunity for people to work together to free an old oak tree from the brush that surrounds it. Some people cut the brush with saws while others stack the brush into piles that we burn to keep warm. It’s a few hours of work that is gratifying because the big old oak is left in a healthier state … free to breathe and reach out its branches. And its acorns are able to grow into big old oaks. \nCome enjoy the winter air and the warm feeling of doing something good for the McHenry County landscape! Afterward your hard work will be rewarded with a lunch of roast beef sandwiches and hot dogs\, with a vegetarian option as well. Feel free to bring a dish to pass if you like. \nPlease register if you are planning to attend\, so we can be sure to have enough food. However\, last-minute volunteers are welcome to attend. \nDate/time: Thursday\, Dec. 31\, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.\nLocation: Harvard\, IL\, private conservation easement. Address will be sent to registered participants.\nFee: Free\, registration opens soon
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/new-years-eve-oak-rescue-3/
LOCATION:Harvard\, IL\, Harvard\, IL
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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