The Land Conservancy of McHenry County

02/12/2026

TLC is excited to have Paula Whyman, author of the book "Bad Naturalist" as the guest speaker for our Annual Celebration fundraiser on Sunday, April 12. Learn more about the book, the event and reserve your seats here: https://conservemc.org/annual-celebration/ We hope to see you there!

02/11/2026

Join TLC this Friday at Hennen Conservation Area in Woodstock and get ready for the Great Backyard Bird Count. Free - sign up here: https://conservemc.org/the-great-backyard-bird-count-feb-13/

02/10/2026

TLC's CLIP internship program closes for applications Feb. 15. If you've been thinking of applying, now is the time!
Learn more and apply today: https://conservemc.org/clip/

02/09/2026

Did you know that 2026 is the Year of the Woman Farmer?
We will be celebrating by sharing profiles of local "FarmHers", promoting local farms and more. Watch this space and the TLC website for more to come!
Thank you to Anna Lentz of Spring Bird for this beautiful artwork!

02/09/2026

Join the fun at TLC's Annual Celebration fundraiser on April 12! Our guest speaker is Paula Whyman, author of the book "Bad Naturalist".
"When writer Paula Whyman climbs to a peak in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in search of an empty-nester home in the country, her plans for a tidy backyard ecology project quickly morph into a massive endeavor."
Come hear her speak, enjoy great food, bid in the silent auction, and much more! Get the details and reserve your seat here: https://conservemc.org/annual-celebration/

02/06/2026

CSA Fair and more Feb. 22 at Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen! Learn more about what our local farmers have to offer and there's a kids' program too!

Curious about CSA’s? Does receiving a regular box of local farm products appeal to you?

Join us Sunday Feb 22 ! 12-3 pm
Free

10 - yes 10! - local farms will be on hand with exhibit table to answer questions about their CSA options. Community Supported Agriculture is like a “membership” of sorts with lots of different delivery options, product mix, and payment options. There is certainly a good fit for you and yours.

In addition, 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. Registration link in bio.

Grab lunch or a beer at Duke’s and visit the CSA fair!

02/06/2026

Next Friday! Join TLC for the Great Backyard Bird Count at Hennen Conservation Area in Woodstock. We will have our feeders stocked and staff on hand to help identify birds, offer tips on counting them, help with popular birding apps, and answer whatever questions you have so you can have your own successful GBBC adventure! Hot cocoa and coffee will also be available to warm you up. Free event - sign up here: https://conservemc.org/the-great-backyard-bird-count-feb-13/

02/05/2026

Yes, spring is coming! If you have shady spots in your yard, this is the webinar for you. Free: Please register here: https://conservemc.org/native-plants-for-shade-gardens-webinar/
If you're unable to attend the live webinar, you will receive a recording in your inbox.

02/04/2026

We love to see multiple generations caring for the land!

Sarah from TLC recently had a Conservation@Home site consultation at the McGuffee property in Marengo. Their family is a great example of multiple generations caring for the land after their family recently moved here from the southern U.S.

Pictured here are sisters Quinn (red coat) and Alaina along with Dresden (Alaina's husband). They will be working together with their parents to restore and care for their 2-acre pocket of oak woods. They've already started documenting the native plants that are present and are busy removing invasive brush. Welcome to TLC's Conservation@Home community!
Learn more about the program here:
https://conservemc.org/conservation-home-program/

02/04/2026

Stop by the TLC table at The Great Seed Event Saturday!

Thank you so much to one of our sponsor of the Great Seed and Soil Event, The Land Conservancy of McHenry County! Join us from 10am to 2pm on February 7 at MCC and check out what they have for you!

02/03/2026

Buckthorn, black locust and other invasives don't stand a chance with a crew like this!
Photo from last week's workday at The Blue Farm, land preserved for life in Harvard.
Would you like to help out at an upcoming workday? Check out our calendar here and just show up - no RSVP needed! https://conservemc.org/events/category/restoration-workdays/

02/03/2026

TLC is hiring a Billingual Oak Outreach Specialist. Check out the job description and follow the instructions to apply.
https://conservemc.org/job-openings/
Photo from last week's TLC staff meeting - everyone was in the office that day, so we had to take a pic! Thanks, Sarah! 😀