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Monday 10am - 4:30pm Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm Wednesday 10am - 4:30pm Thursday 10am - 4:30pm Friday 10am - 4:30pm

The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County

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A not-for-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to preserving & educating about the environment Read more Defender history at http://mcdef.org/about-us

10/28/2026

Show your Defender pride!

Our new Environmental Defenders apparel is here! From hats and beanies to shirts, sweatshirts, and tote bags, there’s something for everyone. Find your new favorite gear and show your support for protecting, preserving, and educating McHenry County. 🌎

Shop our apparel and represent the Defenders wherever you go!

LINK IN BIO and on our website. 🐢

10/26/2026

Why Become a Defender? 🍁🍄🌎🌿🦉📖🦆

Our members are dedicated community leaders, trusted stewards of the environment, and passionate climate advocates. Together, our members are part of a collective effort to build a cleaner, greener, and more resilient McHenry County.

Join our mission today. Be part of a community making a difference.

Renew or Become an Environmental Defender today. Link in Bio.

10/24/2026

B**r Hikes are the Best Hikes. Apply Gourmet Grilled Cheeses in the Biergarten & Great People for a Saturday Win 👌

“Join us to celebrate 55 years of the Environmental Defenders. On Saturday, October 24, we’re hosting The Brand Behind the Mission, an event to honor the legacy of the Defenders and to celebrate our path forward. RSVP on our website today!

Over the past year, the Defenders has worked to create new brand guidelines and solidify a visual identity. While honoring our legacy, we recognize that we have become a reputable, responsible and trustworthy voice in the community. We want that trust and reputation to be reflected in the way to communicate and present the organization to the community.

You can read more about our brand guidelines on our website!”

10/20/2026

Join us to celebrate 55 years of the Environmental Defenders. On Saturday, October 24, we're hosting The Brand Behind the Mission, an event to honor the legacy of the Defenders and to celebrate our path forward. RSVP on our website today!

Over the past year, the Defenders has worked to create new brand guidelines and solidify a visual identity. While honoring our legacy, we recognize that we have become a reputable, responsible and trustworthy voice in the community. We want that trust and reputation to be reflected in the way to communicate and present the organization to the community.

You can read more about our brand guidelines on our website!

10/20/2026

Join us at the Repair Fair today, Tuesday, October 20th from 3-7pm. The Repair Fair is co-hosted by MeetMcc Sustainability Center and the Environmental Defenders and held at McHenry County College, Building B, Commons.

We will have experts on site to repair items like light fixtures, household appliances, clothing, bikes, and small engines like lawnmowers. We hope you will stop by to get your household item fixed. Let's extend the lifespan of our favorite things together!

10/19/2026

Join us to celebrate 55 years of the Environmental Defenders. On Saturday, October 24, we're hosting The Brand Behind the Mission, an event to honor the legacy of the Defenders and to celebrate our path forward. RSVP today!

Over the past year, the Defenders has worked to create new brand guidelines and solidify a visual identity. While honoring our legacy, we recognize that we have become a reputable, responsible and trustworthy voice in the community. We want that trust and reputation to be reflected in the way to communicate and present the organization to the community.

Read more on our blog. Link in bio.

10/19/2026

Join us at the Repair Fair tomorrow Tuesday, October 20th from 3-7pm. The Repair Fair is co-hosted by MeetMcc Sustainability Center and the Environmental Defenders and held at McHenry County College, Building B, Commons.

We will have experts on site to repair items like light fixtures, household appliances, clothing, bikes, and small engines like lawnmowers. We hope you will stop by to get your household item fixed. Let's extend the lifespan of our favorite things together!

10/17/2026

Our celebration of 55 year anniversary is coming next week! On Saturday, October 24, we're hosting The Brand Behind the Mission, an event to honor the legacy of the Defenders and to celebrate our path forward. RSVP today!

Over the past year, the Defenders has worked to create new brand guidelines and solidify a visual identity. While honoring our legacy, we recognize that we have become a reputable, responsible and trustworthy voice in the community. We want that trust and reputation to be reflected in the way to communicate and present the organization to the community.

These brand guidelines do not change the Defenders, but reinforces our history and legacy through a recognizable visual identity. As a pillar of positive environmental impact in McHenry County, the Environmental Defenders is proud to commemorate our historical impact while acknowledging our broadening responsibility to our community members and beyond.

Read more on our blog. Link in bio.

10/16/2026

Visit The Green Read this weekend and browse our shelves for a book or puzzle to take home with you!

All profits go back to the Defenders to support our mission to preserve, protect and educate McHenry County. 🌎

Refreshing your stack of TBRs? Browse The Green Read in downtown Crystal Lake to browse our shelves, discover a new favorite, and enjoy the simple pleasure of getting lost in a good book.

Downtown Crystal Lake
Monday - Saturday, 10am-5pm
Support the Environmental Defenders!

10/16/2026

The Environmental Defenders will be participating in the McHenry County Department of Health recycling drive this Saturday. We hope to see you there!

Saturday, October 17th, 2026 | 9am-12pm
McHenry County Administration Building, 667 Ware Road, Woodstock

Styrofoam, textiles, fluorescent and LED light bulb ($), batteries ($), and paper shredding.

Event link in bio.

Address

114 S Jefferson Street
Woodstock, IL
60098

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 4:30pm
Thursday	10am - 4:30pm
Friday	10am - 4:30pm

Website

https://lnk.bio/environmental_defenders

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