Volunteers are needed at Westwood Conservation Area in Woodstock! In this woodland, volunteers are needed to remove invasive species that prohibit the growth of native trees and plants. We cut brush such as buckthorn, honeysuckle, and small willows with chainsaws and hand loppers. Volunteers can cut or help build and burn brush piles. No experience […]
Would you like to get outside, meet new people and do something great for our local environment? Here's how you can help: Volunteers assist with cutting, stacking and burning invasive brush to allow native trees and plants to grow! Please bring a pair of work gloves if you have them and wear sturdy boots or […]
Native trees and shrubs provide year-round beauty as well as food and nesting habitat for birds and pollinators. Join TLC’s Sarah Michehl for some favorite native trees and shrubs appropriate for the home landscape. Foundation plantings, privacy hedgerows, and species to feature will be covered. Recording will be emailed to registered participants after the program. […]
Would you like to get outside, meet new people and do something great for our local environment? Here's how you can help: Volunteers assist with cutting, stacking and burning invasive brush to allow native trees and plants to grow! Please bring a pair of work gloves if you have them and wear sturdy boots or […]
This is one of TLC’s wetland sites which provides habitat for a range of animals including birds, mammals, and amphibians. We’ll be working on a small section of woodland at the southernmost boundary closest to the road. This area had quite a few dead standing trees so I imagine there may be a few blown […]
Your family and farm are worth the effort. This webinar will help you move from good intentions to tangible steps forward for your family’s succession plan. You will learn about how to overcome common obstacles. You’ll also learn about the succession planning process, the service providers you’ll need, the special value of a succession facilitator, […]
Would you like to get outside, meet new people and do something great for our local environment? Here's how you can help: Volunteers assist with cutting, stacking and burning invasive brush to allow native trees and plants to grow! Please bring a pair of work gloves if you have them and wear sturdy boots or […]
Learn how to attract monarchs and other butterflies, birds and bees to your yard. You will receive easy tips and info on gardening with native plant communities that will provide beauty and everything a pollinator needs to thrive. Date: Wednesday, March 9, 7-8:00 p.m. (In-person) Location: Cary Area Public Library, 1606 Three Oaks Rd, Cary, […]
Join Donato’s site steward David for a brush clearing extravaganza at one of Woodstock’s many natural areas! This is a special little spot in the heart of Woodstock, though few people know about its botanical treasures. Head in through the northwest entrance and follow the trail to the right over the wooden walkway. Keep going […]
Native plants bring beauty and ecological health to even the smallest spaces in your yard, but it’s vital to choose the right plants. You’ll learn about some favorite native plants for small garden spaces and get tips on how to take care of them. A recording of the webinar will be emailed to registered participants […]
Would you like to get outside, meet new people and do something great for our local environment? Here's how you can help: Volunteers assist with cutting, stacking and burning invasive brush to allow native trees and plants to grow! Please bring a pair of work gloves if you have them and wear sturdy boots or […]
Native trees and shrubs provide year-round beauty as well as food and nesting habitat for birds and pollinators. Sarah Michehl from TLC will share some favorite native trees and shrubs appropriate for the home landscape. The presentation will also include information on foundation plantings, privacy hedgerows and species to feature in the home landscape. Date: […]
Learn how to attract monarchs and other butterflies, birds and bees to your yard. You will receive easy tips and info on gardening with native plant communities that will provide beauty and everything a pollinator needs to thrive. Date: Thursday March 17, Noon-1:00 p.m. (webinar) Fee: Free, please register here by March 14
Would you like to get outside, meet new people and do something great for our local environment? Here’s how you can help: Volunteers assist with cutting, stacking and burning invasive brush to allow native trees and plants to grow! Please bring a mask and a pair of work gloves if you have them and wear […]
Join TLC for a restoration workday at the incredible Wolf Oak Woods! These workdays are hosted by our incredibly dedicated site steward, Pete Jackson. It’s hard for many of us to believe but thanks to the most amazing group of volunteers this side of the Mississippi, this could be the last day we need to […]
Westwood is a Woodstock owned Illinois Nature Preserve buffer and serves as a ‘protective’ zone that helps slow the spread of invasive species into Yonder Prairie. Come join us this Tuesday as we continue clearing buckthorn and honeysuckle out of this strategically important conservation area. Directions: From Woodstock, take South Street southwest out of town […]
Water, food waste, and leaves ... don't throw them away, use them! TLC’s Sarah Michehl will share some easy ways to conserve water and turn those food scraps into something useful. She will also provide information, order forms, and lessons learned on the basics of rain barrels and composters in a suburban landscape. A recording […]
Come join Kim for a Final Friday workday at one of our Conservation Easements, Hennen! Being the site of our headquarters many of you are familiar with this scenic landscape that just needs a little more TLC. We’ll meet up in the parking lot by the green barn and walk back to the work are […]
*** We will post a new date when/if this workday is rescheduled. *** Would you like to get outside, meet new people and do something great for our local environment? Get involved in a restoration workday! No need to register, feel free to stop by! Volunteers assist with cutting, stacking and burning invasive brush to […]
Last year we received funds through the state of Illinois’ Natural Areas Stewardship Grant to remove invasive species and introduce native seeds in a section of this local Woodstock natural area. West wood qualified for these funds because it acts as a natural buffer to Yonder Prairie Nature Preserve. Come on out and help us […]
Join TLC to learn how to use fire to manage prairies, wetlands and woodlands safely. The class will be indoors and outdoors, so dress appropriately. Safety equipment will be provided. Please bring your lunch and a face mask. Date: Saturday April 2, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Location: Hennen Conservation Area, 4622 Dean St. Woodstock Fee: $35/TLC […]
Would you like to get outside, meet new people and do something great for our local environment? Here's how you can help: Volunteers assist with cutting, stacking and burning invasive brush to allow native trees and plants to grow! Please bring a pair of work gloves if you have them and wear sturdy boots or […]
Spring is here! Join us to watch American Woodcocks performing their amazing courtship flights. The male woodcocks will make several preent calls and then launch themselves into the sky. While they are flying up, you can hear the wind whistling through their outer primary feathers. They descend in a zigzag pattern while making a chirping […]