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Sponsor a tree for McHenry’s reforestation program Apr 29, 2013 12:00 AM
Join in the "Planting for Tomorrow" reforestation program at McHenry County Conservation District's Coral Woods Conservation Area near Marengo. Donations will be accepted until April 30.
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Maple trees offer more than just syrup Feb 27, 2013 12:00 AM
‘Tis the season to think maple. Granted, this is not Vermont, it’s Illinois. Nor is it autumn, it’s winter. But our native Illinois maple trees are noteworthy, especially now, when the sap is rising and maple trees bring the promise of spring.
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Explore Animal Tracks in Glacial Park program Jan 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Are you looking for something the whole family can do for free on a Saturday afternoon? Join the McHenry County Conservation District for a "Lost Valley Venture" from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Saturdays, Feb. 2, 9, 16 or 23 at Lost Valley Visitor Center in Glacial Park.
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Manager of McHenry County Conservation District retires Jan 24, 2013 12:00 AM
Tom McCarthy took his last trip to the office Jan. 11 after 37 years of service to McHenry County Conservation District. McCarthy, 59, has been the Land & Facilities Manager for the past 25 years, responsible for maintaining the infrastructure; buildings, roads, bridges and equipment.
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Ice fishing a family event in Cary Jan 5, 2013 12:00 AM
The Gerner family's first attempt at ice fishing yielded just a couple of little fish, but a whole lot of fun on Saturday in Cary. The Gerners of Johnsburg were among more than 150 people who participated in the McHenry County Conservation District's first Frosty Fishing Fair on Lake Atwood at The Hollows Conservation Area.
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No inflation increase in McHenry Co. proposed budget Oct 17, 2012 12:00 AM
Next year's proposed budget for McHenry County accounts for no cost-of-living increase in the property tax levy while giving raises to union and nonunion staff, a balance that the county board first gave a nod to back in July. The county would collect about $2.3 million less in revenues than allowed under the tax cap law, officials said.
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Trail of History recreates Northwest Territory in McHenry County Oct 17, 2012 12:00 AM
The perfect way to spend a fall day outdoors is at the McHenry County Conservation District's annual "Trail of History" from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, and Sunday, Oct. 21, at Glacial Park, 6316 Harts Road, Ringwood.
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Give your input on Fox Bluff Conservation Area Aug 22, 2012 12:00 AM
The McHenry County Conservation District is accepting comments from the public until Friday regarding preliminary conceptual plans for the Fox Bluff Conservation Area, which includes the former 116-acre Camp Algonquin, which closed last year after more than 100 years. Right now only the northern half of the Fox Bluff is open to the public.
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Input sought on improvements to Fox Bluff Conservation Area in Cary Jul 28, 2012 12:00 AM
McHenry County Conservation District is accepting public comments on improvements being planned for Fox Bluff Conservation Area located at Cary-Algonquin and Cold Springs Road in Cary. A public viewing of the draft plan will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 2 at Prairieview Education Center in Crystal Lake.
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Bat-themed evening to be held at Glacial Park Jul 23, 2012 12:00 AM
Swoop on in to celebrate the Year of the Bat with McHenry County Conservation District during "Barn Full of Bats" from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 25 at Lost Valley Visitor Center in Glacial Park, Route 31 and Harts Road in Ringwood.
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Water 101: How to weather the drought Jul 17, 2012 12:00 AM
Stuck in the gridlock of Randall Road, I watched as sprinklers shot water in glistening arcs over grass-covered median strips. Millions of water drops were evaporating into thin air, never reaching a blade of grass. I cringed. That was my water someone was wasting. Your water, too.
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Earth Day events in the Fox Valley Apr 19, 2012 12:00 AM
Earth Day is the perfect time to spend some time outdoors and enjoy the natural beauty of the Fox Valley. Here are some events taking place this weekend that offer a chance to learn about, and celebrate nature.
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Authorities investigating small fire near Cary Apr 6, 2012 12:00 AM
The cause of a fire that broke out at a vacant house owned by the McHenry County Conservation District on Silver Lake Road near Cary is still under investigation, but it appears to be suspicious, authorities said Friday.
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Watch for birds from balcony at Glacial Park Mar 4, 2012 12:00 AM
If you have an interest in bird-watching but are unable to join long bird hikes, McHenry County Conservation District has the perfect solution — birding by balcony.
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