Articles filed under McHenry County Conservation District
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Two young eagles spotted at 'In Search of Eagles' program along the Fox River, along with a few dozen ducksJan 21, 2023 5:54 PM - Ducks were easier to spot than the elusive bald eagle at the "In Search of Eagles" program along the Fox River Sunday.
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McHenry County woman uses area trails to train sled dogs
Jan 19, 2023 6:00 AM - McHenry County College student Hanna Kowal has been working with sled dogs since her high school days, and she says the trails in the area make for perfect training grounds.
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McHenry County Conservation District adds 49 acres in 'high-quality' areaJan 15, 2023 5:41 PM - The Clean Energy Community Foundation has awarded the McHenry County Conservation District a $223,500 grant to acquire 40 acres near McHenry.
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McHenry County Conservation Foundation to have $10K Giving Tuesday ChallengeNov 23, 2022 7:45 PM - Donations made to McHenry County Conservation Foundation on Giving Tuesday, Nov. 29 through Dec. 2 will be doubled up to $10,000, thanks to a generous anonymous donor.
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Earth Day 2022: Celebrate with cleanups, tree planting, hikes, crafts and moreApr 19, 2022 3:16 PM - It's time to show a little love to Mother Nature. Earth Day is Friday, April 22, and Arbor Day follows on April 29. Here are some local events to mark the occasion.
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Sweet tradition: Learn the secrets of turning sap to syrup at various maple sugaring festsMar 4, 2022 6:00 AM - The maple sap is flowing, which is a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Learn how maple syrup is made, and maybe even try your hand at tapping a tree, at one of these events around the suburbs this month.
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Former Woodstock camp sold as Boy Scouts settle sexual abuse claims
Jul 15, 2021 9:00 AM - A 160-acre former Boy Scouts camp northwest of Woodstock was sold to a McHenry County foundation, just as the national youth organization faces bankruptcy and works to meet obligations in its $850 million legal settlement of sexual abuse claims.
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McHenry County Conservation District hosts 'Webby Wednesdays'Jun 21, 2021 1:33 PM - The McHenry County Conservation District is bringing exploration of the natural world to your home!
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Share your adventures in McHenry County Conservation District photo contestJun 3, 2021 1:34 PM - This summer McHenry County Conservation District wants to see your best shot. The 3rd annual Instagram photo contest begins Tuesday, June 15, which is also Nature Photography Day.
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How McHenry County Bicycle Club has stayed active for 40 yearsJun 2, 2021 9:28 AM - Organized in spring 1981, the McHenry County Bicycle Club celebrates its 40th anniversary with a 40-mile ride Saturday, June 26.
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