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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20250820T211203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T211203Z
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SUMMARY:Boloria Meadows Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:This workday meets on the second Saturday of the month. Dennis Dreher is our dedicated steward leading these workdays and has been helping to breathe life back into this incredible site since 2006. Just when we thought we were running out of brush to clear we recently added another 15 acres of beautiful oak woodland that connects the site to Ridge road! Within the tangles of bittersweet\, buckthorn and honeysuckle\, a valuable ecosystem is in need of the sweet relief that only a skilled sawyer with a chainsaw can provide. Come give Dennis a hand recovering the dormant beauty from under the brush and check out all of the wonderful features this new addition to the site has to offer! \nMeet Dennis at the listed address and he will lead you to the workday. \n 
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/boloria-meadows-restoration-workday-3/
LOCATION:Boloria Meadows\, 7219 Millburne Ct.\, Bull Valley\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251006T193647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T193647Z
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SUMMARY:Boloria Meadows Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:It’s been hot\, but the air will soon be cool and crisp\, that means it’s the time of year when workdays at Boloria Meadows resume! \nJoin Dennis this Saturday morning for a workday in the new addition to the Nature Preserve. The workday will focus on clearing brush along the head water stream near Ridge Road. \nDirections: From the intersection of IL 31 and Bull Valley Rd. in McHenry\, go west on Bull Valley Road 3.2 miles. Turn right (north) onto McAndrews Glen Dr. proceed for .3 miles until you reach Millburne Ct. Turn left and park on the road along the grass field across from the entrance to the preserve. If you are bringing chainsaws\, or other equipment\, you are invited to park in the cleared area off of Ridge Road about 1/4 mile north of Bull Valley Rd. on the right (east) side of the road.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/boloria-meadows-restoration-workday-4/
LOCATION:Boloria Meadows\, 7219 Millburne Ct.\, Bull Valley\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20250916T203738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T183106Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251014T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20250806T202927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T202927Z
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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:20251015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20250820T210208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T210208Z
UID:10861-1760518800-1760529600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join Kevin as he continues the Wednesday workday tradition on this 80 acre site that steward Larry Fetzer has faithfully hosted for so many years! We’ll be continuing to clear under the pines south 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-14/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251020T195748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T195748Z
UID:11103-1761213600-1761224400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Concannon Conservation Area Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:This almost 3 acre site\, complete with a vernal pond\, is home to a multitude of native plants begging to be free of the encroaching invasive brush. Come help us make this site spectacular! We will be working along the western boundary which is adjacent to a TLC conservation easement and the northern boundary to increase visibility and sunlight to the ground layer.\nDirections: From the intersection of 47 and 14 on the south side of Woodstock\, head north on 47 for 0.4 miles. Turn left (west) onto Southview Dr. and continue for 0.2 miles. Take the first left (south) onto Edgewood and park. You should be able to see our signs.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/concannon-conservation-area-restoration-workday/
LOCATION:Concannon Conservation Area\, 1913 Edgewood Dr.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
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:20251024T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
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:20251029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20250820T210225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T161105Z
UID:10863-1761732000-1761742800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Wednesday workday tradition on this 80 acre site that steward Larry Fetzer has faithfully hosted for so many years! We’ll be continuing to clear 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. \nAlong with the regular workday\, a special seed collecting event will take place. Native seeds around the wetland will be collected to be spread around in areas that are lacking. Come to clear brush\, collect seeds\, or split the time between the two! \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-15/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
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:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251028T162036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T162036Z
UID:11150-1761991200-1762002000@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 been invading the site since about the mid 1980s\, and we\, and the Blandings Turtles\, need your help to get rid of it! \n\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-8/
LOCATION:Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20250820T210647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T194547Z
UID:10874-1762164000-1762174800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Thompson Road Preserve Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join Bruce Killips at Thompson Road Preserve for a day of woodland restoration! TLC partnered with Bull Valley to purchase and protect this property as a natural area. It’s made up of mostly wet sedge meadow and woodland habitats that are in need of invasive management. The oak woods is roughly 35 acres and heavily infested with buckthorn\, honeysuckle and bittersweet but many precious natives are still holding on beneath the brush.\n\nDirections: From the intersection of Charles Rd. and Greenwood Rd. in Woodstock\, head South on Greenwood Rd. (rt. 120) for 0.0mi. Turn left onto Thompson Rd. and continue for 0.7mi. Turn right onto the dirt path\, which is flagged with pink tape\, just before the big white house and continue along the gravel road (watch for potholes!) past one right bend and one left bend in the road. Continue until you see a picnic table at the 3rd bend and park off to the side. Nearest address: 9505 Thompson Rd Woodstock\, IL\nPin for entrance to property: https://goo.gl/maps/mEMKMdFFKGg1GQoN7\n\nPin for parking area: https://goo.gl/maps/yaxxB1AJGEVj4p4NA
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/thompson-road-preserve-restoration-workday-30/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251029T195024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T195024Z
UID:11174-1762596000-1762606800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Boloria Meadows Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:It’s the time of year when workdays at Boloria Meadows resume! \nJoin Dennis this Saturday morning for a workday in the new addition to the Nature Preserve. The workday will focus on clearing brush along the head water stream near Ridge Road. \nDirections: From the intersection of IL 31 and Bull Valley Rd. in McHenry\, go west on Bull Valley Road 3.2 miles. Turn right (north) onto McAndrews Glen Dr. proceed for .3 miles until you reach Millburne Ct. Turn left and park on the road along the grass field across from the entrance to the preserve. If you are bringing chainsaws\, or other equipment\, you are invited to park in the cleared area off of Ridge Road about 1/4 mile north of Bull Valley Rd. on the right (east) side of the road.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/boloria-meadows-restoration-workday-5/
LOCATION:Boloria Meadows\, 7219 Millburne Ct.\, Bull Valley\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251021T150500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T150500Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251029T195258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T171521Z
UID:11178-1762938000-1762948800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Wednesday workday tradition on this 80 acre site that steward Larry Fetzer has faithfully hosted for so many years! We’ll be continuing to clear 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.\n\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-10/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251110T154656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T154112Z
UID:11205-1763114400-1763125200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Main Stay Therapeutic Farm Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join Kathryn\, our new Land Preservation Specialist\, as she brings back Final Friday workdays at the Main Stay Therapeutic Farm in Richmond! This almost 40 acre picturesque easement is home to a Therapeutic Horse Farm as well as an oak savanna. The workday will consist of clearing invasive brush from under the oaks. \nDirections: North of Wonder Lake\, driving north on Keystone Road take a left into the parking lot. There is a sign for Main Stay Therapeutic Farm. We will walk back together through the facility and back into the natural easement area.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/main-stay-therapeutic-farm-restoration-workday/
LOCATION:Main Stay Therapeutic Farm\, 6919 Keystone Rd.\, Richmond\, IL\, 60071
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251029T194733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T194733Z
UID:11168-1763373600-1763384400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Thompson Road Preserve Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join Bruce Killips at Thompson Road Preserve for a day of woodland restoration! TLC partnered with Bull Valley to purchase and protect this property as a natural area. It’s made up of mostly wet sedge meadow and woodland habitats that are in need of invasive management. The oak woods is roughly 35 acres and heavily infested with buckthorn\, honeysuckle and bittersweet but many precious natives are still holding on beneath the brush.\n\nDirections: From the intersection of Charles Rd. and Greenwood Rd. in Woodstock\, head South on Greenwood Rd. (rt. 120) for 0.0mi. Turn left onto Thompson Rd. and continue for 0.7mi. Turn right onto the dirt path\, which is flagged with pink tape\, just before the big white house and continue along the gravel road (watch for potholes!) past one right bend and one left bend in the road. Continue until you see a picnic table at the 3rd bend and park off to the side. Nearest address: 9505 Thompson Rd Woodstock\, IL\nPin for entrance to property: https://goo.gl/maps/mEMKMdFFKGg1GQoN7\n\nPin for parking area: https://goo.gl/maps/yaxxB1AJGEVj4p4NA
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/thompson-road-preserve-restoration-workday-31/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251029T195340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T195340Z
UID:11180-1764151200-1764162000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Wednesday workday tradition on this 80 acre site that steward Larry Fetzer has faithfully hosted for so many years! We’ll be continuing to clear 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.\nAlong with the regular workday\, a special seed collecting event will take place. Native seeds around the wetland will be collected to be spread around in areas that are lacking. Come to clear brush\, collect seeds\, or split the time between the two!\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-19/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251029T194807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T143912Z
UID:11170-1764583200-1764594000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Thompson Road Preserve Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Cancelled – the snow has created a lack of parking\, unfortunately.\nJoin Bruce Killips at Thompson Road Preserve for a day of woodland restoration! TLC partnered with Bull Valley to purchase and protect this property as a natural area. It’s made up of mostly wet sedge meadow and woodland habitats that are in need of invasive management. The oak woods is roughly 35 acres and heavily infested with buckthorn\, honeysuckle and bittersweet but many precious natives are still holding on beneath the brush.\n\nDirections: From the intersection of Charles Rd. and Greenwood Rd. in Woodstock\, head South on Greenwood Rd. (rt. 120) for 0.0mi. Turn left onto Thompson Rd. and continue for 0.7mi. Turn right onto the dirt path\, which is flagged with pink tape\, just before the big white house and continue along the gravel road (watch for potholes!) past one right bend and one left bend in the road. Continue until you see a picnic table at the 3rd bend and park off to the side. Nearest address: 9505 Thompson Rd Woodstock\, IL\nPin for entrance to property: https://goo.gl/maps/mEMKMdFFKGg1GQoN7\n\nPin for parking area: https://goo.gl/maps/yaxxB1AJGEVj4p4NA
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/thompson-road-preserve-restoration-workday-32/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251201T183745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T183745Z
UID:11289-1764842400-1764853200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Ryders Woods Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:**cancellation possible due to forecasted low temperatures** \nJoin 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-2/
LOCATION:Ryders Woods\, 556 Lake Ave.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251201T184327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T184327Z
UID:11291-1765015200-1765026000@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-9/
LOCATION:Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251021T151355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T151355Z
UID:11117-1765114200-1765130400@conservemc.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053545
CREATED:20251029T195436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T195436Z
UID:11182-1765360800-1765371600@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Wednesday workday tradition on this 80 acre site that steward Larry Fetzer has faithfully hosted for so many years! We’ll be continuing to clear 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.\nAlong with the regular workday\, a special seed collecting event will take place. Native seeds around the wetland will be collected to be spread around in areas that are lacking. Come to clear brush\, collect seeds\, or split the time between the two!\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-20/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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