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SUMMARY:CSA Fair
DESCRIPTION:What does CSA stand for? Community Supported Agriculture. This means you (the community) buy a “subscription” to a farm and reap their local products regularly during the season (could be weekly\, monthly\, depending). It is a relationship\, really\, with a local farm!\n10 local farms that offer CSA subscriptions will be on-site with tables and information about what products they offer\, and how it works. Each one is unique. Find the right fit for you and yours.\n\nFarmers include:@wonderfarm.earth@middleburyfarmsinc@prairiesedgegarden@wildtrilliumfarm@tsedah.farms@hephzibahinhebron@arrowleafprairiefarm@troggshollow@wildrootsfarmharvard@teshuvafields\nAlso: Kids Fruits and Veggies To The Rescue!\, (kids ages 4-10) will start at 12pm (ending at 1pm) at Duke’s the same day. Registration not required\, but strongly encouraged as limited spots are available.\nThis program is offered in partnership between The Land Conservancy of McHenry County and the Center for Agrarian Learning at MCC.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/csa-fair/
LOCATION:Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen\, 110 N. Main St.\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60014
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T130000
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SUMMARY:Spring Hollow Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join TLC’s friendly volunteer crew!At this workday we will be clearing invasive brush to protect the sensitive seep ecosystems located nearby.Please park on one side of the driveway so that access to the house is not blocked. Thank you!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/spring-hollow-restoration-workday-2/
LOCATION:Spring Hollow Nature Preserve\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20251202T185629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T185753Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Native Landscapes to Support Native Bumblebees Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Buzz into spring by discovering how to create native landscapes that support our bumblebees! Learn how to identify common species and help keep their populations thriving.\nFree\, please register by Feb. 23 at 12:00 p.m. You will receive a link to the webinar in your email. If you are unable to attend at the scheduled time\, you will receive a recording after the event.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/native-landscapes-to-support-native-bumblebees-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260223T145022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T145022Z
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SUMMARY:Final Friday Workday at the Hervert Easement
DESCRIPTION:The Hervert property is one of the many Fleming Road Scenic Easements that preserve the character\, and ecological value\, of this corridor! This workday\, we’ll be removing woody invasives under the oaks that threaten the health of this natural area! \nDirections: From the intersection of Country Club and Fleming Road in Woodstock\, go north on Fleming Road 1.3 Miles. Turn right (east) on to Bull Valley Road and turn into the first driveway on the left (north side of the road). Please park anywhere on the grass next to the drive\, or drive onto the hayfield that is adjacent to the Fleming Road Easement. \nNearest address: 9818 Bull Valley Rd\, Bull Valley\, IL 60098 \n42.321368\, -88.389739 \nClick Here for Map Pin
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/final-friday-workday-at-the-hervert-easement/
LOCATION:Hervert Easement\, 9818 Bull Valley Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
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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. \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-37/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260105T153820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T153820Z
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SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Woods 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. \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-woods-restoration-workday-5/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260107T164243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T150519Z
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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-11/
LOCATION:Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T143953Z
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SUMMARY:Boloria Meadows Restoration Workday
DESCRIPTION:Located within the Boone Creek Watershed\, 56.5-acre Boloria Meadows Nature Preserve is home to fen\, sedge meadow\, and wet prairie communities\, as well as Oak/Hickory woodlands. Join Dennis this Saturday morning for a workday in the new addition to the Nature Preserve! The workday will focus on clearing brush in the woodland\, on top of the hill\, south of the 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\, if conditions permit.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/boloria-meadows-restoration-workday-9/
LOCATION:Boloria Meadows\, 7219 Millburne Ct.\, Bull Valley\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260123T172929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T172939Z
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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. \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-38/
LOCATION:Thompson Road Preserve\, 9707 Thompson Rd.\, Bull Valley\, IL
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260316T135038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T135038Z
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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-5/
LOCATION:Ryders Woods\, 556 Lake Ave.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260205T214233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T214233Z
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SUMMARY:Creating a Bird-Friendly Garden Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Most birds do not visit bird feeders\, but you can still attract them to your yard using native plants. Native plants provide birds with what they need to thrive; food\, shelter\, and nesting sites and materials. Learn how your yard can be a year-round oasis for birds with tips on what to plant and other bird-friendly landscaping practices to implement in your own yard! \nDate/time: Thursday\, March 19\, 6:00-7:30 p.m.\nFee: Free\, please register by March 17.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/creating-a-bird-friendly-garden-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260205T213313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T213313Z
UID:11663-1774083600-1774103400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Learn to Burn
DESCRIPTION:Join TLC to learn how to use fire to manage prairies\, wetlands and woodlands safely. The class will be inside and outside\, where we will do a prescribed burn if conditions allow\, so dress appropriately for the weather and for doing prescribed fire (leather boots and gloves\, tie back or braid long hair\, jeans\, cotton/denim. Please do not wear synthetic clothing that might melt.) Safety equipment is available\, but feel free to bring your own equipment if you have it. Please bring lunch and water. \nDate/time: Saturday\, March 21\, 9:00-2:30 p.m.\nLocation: Hennen Conservation Area\, 4622 Dean St\, Woodstock\, IL\nFee: $35/TLC member\, $50/non-member\, please register at ConserveMC.org by March 19
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/learn-to-burn/
LOCATION:Hennen Conservation Area\, 4622 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260205T213036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T145304Z
UID:11661-1774188000-1774195200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Lines of Light: A Forest Bathing Walk with Spring Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the spring equinox with ANFT-certified forest therapy guide Cathy McCauley at Irish Oaks Savannah Nature Preserve in Harvard. This two-hour forest bathing walk invites participants to slow down and notice the early unfolding of spring\, with brief nature poetry readings woven throughout the experience. Simple\, open-ended invitations will support sensory awareness and connection with the land\, with optional opportunities to share reflections. We’ll walk about one mile and close with a small celebration\, including light snacks and tea brewed from locally harvested plants. \nDate: Sunday\, March 22 from 2-4:15 p.m.\nLocation: Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd\, Harvard\nFee: $30 per person\, age 18+. Registration is limited to 10 people. If paying for multiple attendees\, please add each participant registration to the cart separately\, please register at https://www.birdsongnatureco.com/events/p/springlight \nA portion of walk proceeds is donated annually to TLC.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/lines-of-light-a-forest-bathing-walk-with-spring-poetry/
LOCATION:Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260205T213929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T135337Z
UID:11668-1774378800-1774384200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Dance of the Woodcock
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we watch American Woodcocks performing their amazing courtship flights. These odd shorebirds put on their “sky dance” starting in early spring\, where the male woodcocks will make several preent calls before launching themselves into the sky for a fantastic display and then return to the spot they left to start again. As described in a dedicated essay in A Sand County Almanac by famous naturalist Aldo Leopold\, “The Sky Dance” is a dramatic show not to be missed! \nDate/time: Tuesday\, March 24\, 7:15 p.m.\nLocation: Yonder Prairie\, 1143 S. Rose Farm Rd. Woodstock\nFee: Free\, please register by March 22 at the link
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/dance-of-the-woodcock/
LOCATION:Yonder Prairie\, 1143 S. Rosefarm Rd.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260325T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260205T212256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T212256Z
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SUMMARY:Skunk Cabbage Walk
DESCRIPTION:One of (if not the) earliest blooming wildflowers in Northern IL\, skunk cabbage is weird\, beautiful and smelly! Join us for a fairly level and slower-paced walk on a mowed path at beautiful Boloria Meadows Nature Preserve in Bull Valley to see and learn about this interesting native plant!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/skunk-cabbage-walk/
LOCATION:Boloria Meadows\, 7219 Millburne Ct.\, Bull Valley\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260309T173905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T173905Z
UID:11990-1774978200-1774985400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Documentary Nuestras Historias (Our Stories) Sneak Preview
DESCRIPTION:Raices Latinas: Agriculture in McHenry County mission is to honor the valuable contributions of the Latino community to McHenry County’s rich agricultural history through education\, collaboration\, storytelling\, and celebratory events. The stories will be collected and presented to the public through an exhibit at the McHenry County Historical Society\, as well as travelling exhibits and the documentary film Nuestras Historias. \nThis event will feature a short preview of the documentary film Nuestras Historias\, with guest speakers to talk about the project\, followed by a reception with refreshments and the opportunity for people to learn more about the project. The documentary is in Spanish with English subtitles. \nThis is a free\, Spanish/English event\, no registration is required. The doors open at 5:30 pm\, with a reception and refreshments until 6:30 pm when the program begins. For more info email info@raiceslatinasmc.org Website: raiceslatinasmc.org
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/documentary-nuestras-historias-our-stories-sneak-preview/
LOCATION:Woodstock Opera House\, 121 W. Van Buren St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Raices Latinas":MAILTO:info@raiceslatinasmc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260105T153838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T131732Z
UID:11399-1775037600-1775048400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Woods 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. \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-woods-restoration-workday-6/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260107T164306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T150619Z
UID:11440-1775296800-1775307600@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-12/
LOCATION:Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260317T162210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T162210Z
UID:12013-1775757600-1775763000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Women's Work: The Untold Story of America's Female Farmers - Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Year of the Woman Farmer! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe United Nations has designated 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer! While over half of U.S. farming operations are owned by women\, they still face systemic structural and social barriers that affect their lives\, businesses and the health of their land. TLC and CCAL work to support these FarmHers who grow & care for McHenry County. Join us in celebrating them and learn how you can support them too! \n\n\n\n\n\n5:45 p.m. -Doors Open\n6:00 p.m. – Film Starts \n\n\n\n\nPanel with local women FarmHers to follow. FREE Popcorn & Refreshments!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/womens-work-the-untold-story-of-americas-female-farmers-film-screening/
LOCATION:McHenry County College Luecht Auditorium\, 8900 US 14\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60014
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20251202T192448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T221221Z
UID:11311-1776002400-1776013200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:TLC's 35th Annual Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the people and places that make TLC the vital organization it is\, and enjoy an afternoon “high tea” catered by Hazel’s\, which includes sandwiches\, salad\, desserts\, coffee\, tea and a cash bar. \nAt the celebration\, you will have the opportunity to bid on exciting silent auction items\, and of course take the time to connect with friends old and new. Invite a friend – this is a great opportunity to learn more about how TLC preserves land for life in McHenry County!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/tlcs-35th-annual-celebration/
LOCATION:The Reserve at Black Oak\, 19517 Lembcke Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs,TLC Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260330T131750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T131750Z
UID:12045-1776247200-1776258000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Woods 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. \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-woods-restoration-workday-7/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260205T212452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T212452Z
UID:11657-1776880800-1776884400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Plan Your Native Plant Garden
DESCRIPTION:Planning to start a new native plant garden this spring? Join Sarah Michehl from TLC at the Woodstock Library. She will cover 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/
LOCATION:Woodstock Public Library\, 414 W. Judd St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T143000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260205T213628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T213628Z
UID:11665-1777035600-1777041000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to iNaturalist and Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Have you wanted to learn how to use iNaturalist to record your wildlife sightings? We can help! TLC is participating in the City Nature Challenge and we want you to join us on this citizen-science adventure. We will be looking primarily at willows in bloom to find early bumblebees and other insects visiting them. We will help you identify what we see and show you how to use iNaturalist so you can start contributing your own sightings. City Nature Challenge is an annual\, worldwide citizen science project and competition between cities/regions that utilizes iNaturalist to document life and the natural world. For more info\, please visit: https://www.citynaturechallenge.org/ \nDate/time: Friday\, April 24\, 1-2:30 p.m.\nLocation: Hennen Conservation Area\nFee: Free\, please register at the link
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/introduction-to-inaturalist-and-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Hennen Conservation Area\, 4622 Dean St.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T093000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260205T212746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T212746Z
UID:11659-1777188600-1777195800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Migratory Bird Hike
DESCRIPTION:It’s spring migration time! Join us at Irish Oaks Nature Preserve to look for various birds as they migrate back to their summer breeding grounds. We’ll look for warblers\, vireos\, sparrows\, raptors\, orioles and more! \nPlease register at the link.
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/migratory-bird-hike/
LOCATION:Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260205T214507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T214507Z
UID:11672-1777197600-1777203000@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about the different plant and animal life found in McHenry County? Have you wanted to learn how to use iNaturalist to record your wildlife sightings? This is the event for you! TLC is participating in the City Nature Challenge and we want you to join us on this citizen-science adventure. We will look for every plant\, bird\, insect\, mammal\, etc. we can find while helping you identify what we see and show you how to use iNaturalist so you can start contributing your own sightings. \nDate/time: Sunday\, April 26\, 2026\, 10:00-11:30 a.m.\nLocation: Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19019 Lincoln Rd. Harvard\nFee: Free\, please register
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/city-nature-challenge-bioblitz/
LOCATION:Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260107T164335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T150708Z
UID:11442-1777712400-1777723200@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-13/
LOCATION:Irish Oaks Nature Preserve\, 19017 Lincoln Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260502T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260205T212027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T212027Z
UID:11653-1777716000-1777721400@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Spring Wildflower Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join TLC on a spring wildflower identification walk at the Spring Hollow Nature Preserve! We’ll meander together through a high-quality woodland\, help you learn a little about each wildflower\, and provide some identification tips. Registration is required\, group size will be limited to 20. Dress for muddy trails!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/spring-wildflower-walk/
LOCATION:Spring Hollow Nature Preserve\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260330T131843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T131843Z
UID:12047-1778666400-1778677200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Crowley Oaks Woods 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. \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-woods-restoration-workday-8/
LOCATION:Crowley Oaks Woods\, 18725 Crowley Rd.\, Harvard\, IL\, 60033-9322
CATEGORIES:Restoration Workdays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260205T215721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T164830Z
UID:11676-1778839200-1778860800@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Spring Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join TLC for the Spring Native Plant Sale! We will have the largest-ever selection of products to buy in-person!  \nPre-orders accepted online from April 1-26! Reserve your native plants\, trees and shrubs for local pickup in May. You can help our local environment while also helping TLC!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/spring-native-plant-sale/
LOCATION:McHenry County Fairgrounds\, 11900 Country Club Rd.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T053654
CREATED:20260205T215739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T215739Z
UID:11678-1778925600-1778947200@conservemc.org
SUMMARY:Spring Native Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join TLC for the Spring Native Plant Sale! We will have the largest-ever selection of products to buy in-person!  \nPre-orders accepted online from April 1-26! Reserve your native plants\, trees and shrubs for local pickup in May. You can help our local environment while also helping TLC!
URL:https://conservemc.org/event/spring-native-plant-sale-2/
LOCATION:McHenry County Fairgrounds\, 11900 Country Club Rd.\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events & Programs
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