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"Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts." -- Rachel Carson
Congratulations to the 2020 Art of the Land Winning Artists!
Each year one piece of art receives Best in Show and two Honorable Mentions are awarded as well.
Couple Makes a Lasting Difference in Preserving Land for Life
Stephanie and Jerry Simon value the preservation of habitat for native plants and wildlife.
The 5000 Acre Challenge 2020
The Land Conservancy of McHenry County (TLC) launched the 5,000 Acre Challenge to protect our region's oak woods.
Have flooding? Use native plants!
We’ve all seen the pictures: muddy floodwaters creeping to the doorsteps of homes around the country.
Fox River flooding for one month in May 2020, covering the Thelins' sedge meadow.
Just as Nature Intended - Land transitions to monarch habitat
Monarchs and other pollinator species add beauty, interest, and we depend on them for the work they to do to sustain our local ecosystems.
Five great places to get outside today in McHenry County
Studies keep showing the benefits of being out in nature (and some doctors are even prescribing outdoor time)!
Join TLC's Sustainability Circle - Become a Monthly Donor
Make a monthly contribution to fit your budget, and make a significant impact on preserving land for life in McHenry County.
You can care for nature at home in McHenry County!
Whether you have acres of land, or a small patch of earth, anyone can make a difference by caring for nature at home.
Letting the oaks shine: A Q&A with land owner Cheri Magrini
TLC recently launched the 5,000 Acre Challenge to increase the amount of oak woods protected in McHenry County. This is the story of one family’s work to protect their oaks.
