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Three Land Donations Create Opportunities for People and Nature

Written on December 21, 2022.

In 2022, TLC received the donation of three very different properties that offer opportunities for the organization. The properties stretch across the county from Johnsburg to Marengo, and range in size from 1.5 to 61 acres....

Congratulations to the 2022 Art of the Land photo contest winners!

Written on November 21, 2022.

First Place, Cheri Magrini, Ryders Woods The judges liked that seeing this photo made them want to go for a walk in Ryders Woods. The pathway leads you back, beautiful detail and the photo is mysterious without being spooky. Second...

The 5000 Acre Challenge

Written on November 8, 2022.

The Land Conservancy of McHenry County (TLC) is launching the 5,000 Acre Challenge to protect our region’s oak woods. TLC, private citizens, state and county agencies have protected or managed over 4,000 acres of oak...

Oak Woodlands Transformed with Grants and Landowner Dedication

Written on November 2, 2022.

In the March issue of Field Notes you learned about grants administered by the Chicago Region Trees Initiative through the Morton Arboretum that are being used to help oak landowners restore and care for their woods. Recipients...

Introducing Thompson Road Farm

Written on October 20, 2022.

Join others for a tour of beautiful Thompson Road Farm on Oct. 22 at 10:00 a.m. Reserve your spot on the tour by emailing [email protected] or The Land Conservancy [email protected] More details below: Share...

Crowley Oaks 3:1 Matching Grant – Thank you!

Written on September 7, 2022.

Thank you! Thank you to all who supported the Crowley Oaks 3-for-1 match! 70 individuals helped us exceed the goal of $7000 several days before the end of the campaign. Funds raised are matched 3-to-1 by the Illinois...