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SUMMARY:Save Money by Becoming More Energy Efficient!
DESCRIPTION:Becoming energy efficient\, or using less energy for the same services\, is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to reduce energy use. By reducing energy use\, consumers save money and reduce carbon emissions\, making it one of many climate change  solutions.   \nIn October\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are hosting two free in-person informational sessions on tax credits and rebates available to residents for improving the energy efficiency of  their homes and switching their appliances and cars to electricity. The sessions will be held from 6 to 7 pm each night. Marina Minic from the Citizen Utility Board will lead the session. Sessions will be held on Thursday\, October 5 at the Marengo Union Library\, 19714 E Grant Hwy (US Rte 20) in Marengo and on Thursday\, October 26 at the Harvard Library at 900 E McKinley St in Harvard. \nBetween the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)\, federal legislation passed in 2022\, and the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA)\, a state act passed in 2021\, several tax credits and rebates are available for energy efficiency and electrification for residents in our county. Low and Medium Income (LMI) residents can often receive higher incentives. This includes tax credits for weatherization\, renewable energy\, battery systems\, electric vehicles\, and rebates for electric appliances.  \nTo learn more\, visit the Defenders resources page at https://tinyurl.com/4energysavings. To stay updated on future in-person and virtual informational sessions\, sign up at https://tinyurl.com/signup4energysavings  \nThe Environmental Defenders of McHenry County is the recipient of a grant from McHenry County’s Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program to inform and educate McHenry County residents about the various incentives and rebates they can utilize to improve their energy efficiency and transition to cleaner forms of energy.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/3743-2023-10-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Energy,Public Events,Solar
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SUMMARY:Salt Smart BMP Talk & Tour
DESCRIPTION:Salt Smart Training for Parking Lots and Sidewalks\nTuesday\, October 24\, 2023\n8:00 AM to 1:00 PM\n\nRingers Landscaping\n2101 IL – Route 176\nCrystal Lake\, IL 60014\n\nThe excessive use of road salt is polluting the water resources we all depend on. Salt Smart practices help maintain safety while reducing pollution and saving money. The exciting new Salt Smart Certified training program teaches snow and ice management professionals how to use industry-proven Salt Smart practices that maintain safety on parking lots and sidewalks while reducing pollution and saving money. The Salt Smart Certified training is designed for management staff from organizations like private contractors\, businesses\, park districts\, school districts\, public libraries\, municipalities\, or others who maintain parking lots and sidewalks during the winter. Salt Smart Certified was developed for Illinois by the Smart Salt Collaborative\, a program of the Conservation Foundation\, and a steering committee of professionals with funding from a grant by the Illinois EPA. Individuals who attend this training program and pass the evaluation will be recognized as Salt Smart Trained for three years. Organizations with Smart Salt Trained staff can choose to register as Salt Smart Certified. Visit saltsmart.org/certified for more information.\n\nThis program includes a tour of the brine making facility and equipment that Ringers Landscaping uses to successfully (and profitably) implement Salt Smart practices in their winter operations.\n\nThere is a $25 registration fee for this program that covers the cost for instruction\, training materials\, snacks\, and beverages.\nREGISTER HERE: https://www.mchenrycountyil.gov/…/salt-smart-talk-and…\n\nContact Scott Kuykendall\, McHenry County Water Resources Specialist\, if you have questions or need additional information.\nSHKuykendall@mchenrycountyil.gov\n\nThese popular Talk and Tour programs showcase best management practices that have been successfully implemented in McHenry County.\n\nThe programs are a collaborative effort between the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County and the McHenry County Department of Planning and Development.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/salt-smart-bmp-talk-tour/
LOCATION:Ringers Landscaping\, 2101 IL-176\, Crystal Lake\, 60014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Community Outreach,Education,Public Events,Water and Natural Resource Protection
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SUMMARY:Young Advocate's Applesauce Canning
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun day of applesauce canning with Defenders’ Young Advocates!!\n\nRSVP Here: https://forms.gle/B122tPVHEjyw5PkE6\n\nAre you interested in learning how to can food?\nDo you want to learn how to preserve your food and extend it’s life cycle to reduce food waste?\nDo you want to feel more connected to local farms and be able to depend less on big box grocery stores?\nIf so\, please join us for a fun day of canning applesauce!\n\nFor health code reasons\, you must be a member to join this event.\nNot a member yet? Become one now here: https://mcdef.org/become-a-member/\n\nRSVP Here: https://forms.gle/B122tPVHEjyw5PkE6
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/young-advocates-applesauce-canning/
LOCATION:Lost Valley Visitor Center\, Route 31 & Harts Road\, Ringwood\, IL\, 60071
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Education,Fundraising,Member Events,Waste Reduction,Young Advocates
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SUMMARY:Save Money by Becoming More Energy Efficient!
DESCRIPTION:Becoming energy efficient\, or using less energy for the same services\, is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to reduce energy use. By reducing energy use\, consumers save money and reduce carbon emissions\, making it one of many climate change  solutions.   \nIn October\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are hosting two free in-person informational sessions on tax credits and rebates available to residents for improving the energy efficiency of  their homes and switching their appliances and cars to electricity. The sessions will be held from 6 to 7 pm each night. Marina Minic from the Citizen Utility Board will lead the session. Sessions will be held on Thursday\, October 5 at the Marengo Union Library\, 19714 E Grant Hwy (US Rte 20) in Marengo and on Thursday\, October 26 at the Harvard Library at 900 E McKinley St in Harvard. \nBetween the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)\, federal legislation passed in 2022\, and the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA)\, a state act passed in 2021\, several tax credits and rebates are available for energy efficiency and electrification for residents in our county. Low and Medium Income (LMI) residents can often receive higher incentives. This includes tax credits for weatherization\, renewable energy\, battery systems\, electric vehicles\, and rebates for electric appliances.  \nTo learn more\, visit the Defenders resources page at https://tinyurl.com/4energysavings. To stay updated on future in-person and virtual informational sessions\, sign up at https://tinyurl.com/signup4energysavings  \nThe Environmental Defenders of McHenry County is the recipient of a grant from McHenry County’s Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program to inform and educate McHenry County residents about the various incentives and rebates they can utilize to improve their energy efficiency and transition to cleaner forms of energy.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/3743/2023-10-05/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Energy,Public Events,Solar
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SUMMARY:2023 McHenry County Water Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Sixth Annual McHenry County Water Forum!\nWhen:\n09/13/2023 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM  \nWhere:\nMcHenry County College – Leucht Conference Center and Auditorium\n8900 US Hwy 14\nCrystal Lake\, Illinois 60012 \nThe McHenry County Water Forum provides a festive atmosphere where residents\, businesses and elected officials can learn what makes the regions water supplies special and how water resources can be protected into the future. \nThis free\, fully catered program is held every fall at the McHenry County College and features presentations by scientists\, planners\, and engineers who specialize in water resources.  By the end of the program\, attendees have a more solid understanding about water resources in McHenry County and are better informed to make decisions affecting the water supplies we all depend on. \nThis years topic is Water Conservation which is vital to support growth and protect water supplies in the county. \nThanks to our terrific sponsors catering will once again be provided by Dukes Ale House and Kitchen.  Our goal for the Water Forum is for our guests to go home smarter…and fuller…then they arrived.  With your help we can make this happen! \nFor more information contact Scott Kuykendall\,\nMcHenry County Water Resources Specialist at\nSHKuykendall@mchenrycountyil.gov
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/2023-mchenry-county-water-forum/
LOCATION:McHenry County College\, 8900 US-14\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Conservation,Public Events,Water and Natural Resource Protection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230909T133000
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SUMMARY:Soul Jam at Soulful Prairies with Defenders and MCCD as Beneficiaries
DESCRIPTION:Soul Jam takes many of the things we are passionate about and rolls them into one event. A day of good music\, good people and always supporting a good cause.\n\nEach year we choose a different local cause as the recipient of our proceeds. We offer a nice line up of about ten local bands some of whom we hire and some of whom donate their time. Food is available for sale and people are also allowed to bring coolers of food and beverages. Groups of people set up chairs and tables on the lawn and settle in to enjoy the day. Wandering the farm and meeting the animals\, and catching up with friends are among a few of the possibilities. \n\n \nThis year\, The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County\, the McHenry County Conservation District and Good Food Pantry will be the beneficiaries this year! \n‍Environmental Defenders & McHenry County Conservation District\nFounded in 1970\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County is a grass-roots organization dedicated to preserving\, protecting and educating about the environment. Learn more about this organization. \nFounded in 1971\, McHenry County Conservation District protects over 25\,750 acres of open space that support thriving native plants and wildlife populations\, diverse outdoor recreation\, and a myriad of educational and immersive experiences. Learn more about this organization. \nGood Food Pantry\nThe Good Food Pantry was established in 2022 in memory of David Gooding\, a long-time resident of Park Ridge\, IL\, who worked in the food industry his entire career. His family began the pantry to help the less fortunate members of the local communities who are struggling with food insecurity. GFP utilizes social media to collect non-perishable food based on what is low on local food pantries shelves to make sure individuals and families are getting the type of food that they need.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/soul-jam-at-soulful-prairies-with-defenders-and-mccd-as-beneficiaries/
LOCATION:Soulful Prairies\, 4706 Alden Rd\, Woodstock\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Fundraising,Outdoor Events,Public Events
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SUMMARY:Race To Reduce Waste: Brewery and Distillery Edition Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the kick off of the next part of the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County’s Waste Reduction Actions Team’s Race To Reduce Waste: Brewery and Distillery Edition! Our team will be hosting sustainability trivia\, Kishwaukee Brewing will have BBQ by Semper Fi food truck and free tarot card readings with Annamarie! \nWhat is Race To Reduce Waste? Each time you check in at one of our participating establishments practicing sustainable efforts\, you’ll be entered into the raffle to win some swag. The customer who visits the most places will win a gift basket full of goodies! \n**Must be 21+ to participate in this extension of Race To Reduce Waste. Underage supporters can check back with us to participate in the next one!**
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/race-to-reduce-waste-brewery-and-distillery-edition-launch/
LOCATION:Kishwaukee Brewing Company\, 1900 Dillard Ct\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Outings,Promotions,Public Events,Waste Reduction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230806T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230806T163000
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SUMMARY:Latino Conservation Picnic
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/latino-conservation-picnic-2/
LOCATION:Pleasant Valley Conservation Area\, 13119 Pleasant Valley Rd\, Woodstock\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Outdoor Events,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230519T150000
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SUMMARY:BMP Talk & Tour: State & Federal Incentives for Clean Energy
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to learn about State & Federal Incentives for Clean Energy\n \nFriday\, May 19  \n1-3pm \nStage Left\, 125 W Van Buren St\, Woodstock\n \nJoin us to learn how to get funding for energy efficiency improvements for your buildings and homes. With the passage of the Illinois Clean Energy Jobs Act and the Federal Inflation Reduction Act\, there are many opportunities and incentives available to governmental bodies\, as well as homeowners and businesses\, to increase their energy efficiency\, reduce their utility costs and improve comfort. \nMarina Minic\, from the Citizens Utility Board\, will detail all the opportunities available to governmental bodies and businesses. Opportunities for homeowners will then be presented by Mike Zanillo\, from Citizens’ Climate Lobby. After the presentations we will be treated to a virtual tour of the geothermal heat pump installation in the Old Courthouse Restoration Project in Woodstock from the project’s architect. The geothermal system and other energy efficiency practices used in this project are impressive examples of what can be accomplished with the funding and incentives described in this Talk and Tour. \nTo register for this session\, RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/BMPTourSignup. \nThe Talk and Tour workshops are provided by the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County’s Water and Natural Resources Protection Action Team with assistance from the McHenry County Department of Planning and Development.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/bmp-talk-tour-state-and-federal-incentives-for-clean-energy/
LOCATION:Stage Left\, 125 W Van Buren St\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Community Outreach,Public Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230525
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Race to Reduce Waste
DESCRIPTION:Reducing waste is an important task for the environment\, and local businesses can make a big impact by implementing composting programs. To encourage this effort\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are launching the “Race to Reduce Waste” promotion\, which runs from April 20th to May 20th\, 2023. \nDuring this time\, guests who dine at participating restaurants will have the opportunity to win a $100 gift certificate to their favorite business by entering a raffle. The more you dine\, the more chances you have to win! To enter\, simply scan the unique QR code at each restaurant and fill out the form. If you’re having trouble finding the QR code\, just ask your server. \nThe participating restaurants include Crystal Lake Brewing\, Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen\, Conscious Cup Coffee Roasters (Crystal Lake location only)\, Dunkin’ Donuts Crystal Lake (Crystal Lake location on Route 14 only)\, Julie Ann’s Frozen Custard\, Cantina 52\, AROMA\, and UpRising Bakery and Cafe. Each of these businesses has implemented a composting program for the duration of the promotion\, and they have displayed a supplied sign with their unique QR code in a prominent space within their establishment for guests to use to check in. \nThe first guest to visit all of the participating restaurants within the time frame will win a special gift basket featuring local products and reusable materials. It’s a great way to support local businesses and reduce waste in the community. \nA very special thank you to McHenry County College and Hickory Hall Crystal Lake for signing up for our composting program without participating in the Race to reduce Waste. \nTo participate\, businesses receive training and resources from WasteNot\, and they will be supplied with educational and training materials for their team. Additionally\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County will provide signage for employees and customers\, guidance for purchasing certified compostable containers and other products\, press releases about the program and its participants\, and advertising for the businesses to their over 3\,000 followers via email and social media. \nIf your business would like to participate\, it’s not too late to sign up! Email the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County’s Waste Reduction Action Team at WasteReductionCL@gmail.com. Let’s work together to encourage local businesses to compost and reduce waste! Don’t forget to like and follow the EDMC Waste Reduction Team page on Facebook to stay informed about future programs. \nIn conclusion\, the “Race to Reduce Waste” promotion is a great initiative to promote sustainability and support local businesses. By dining at participating restaurants and scanning the QR code\, you can help reduce waste and possibly win a $100 gift certificate to your favorite local business. Let’s join hands to make a difference!
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/mchenry-county-race-to-reduce-waste/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Promotions,Waste Reduction
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230411T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T213115Z
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SUMMARY:‘30 x 30’ U.S. Land and Oceans Climate Goal
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! On Tuesday\, April 11\, The Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) and the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are hosting an event focused on conservation efforts in the county and across the state. We’ll present information about the Illinois is Beautiful Coalition and Campaign that aims to support President Biden’s America the Beautiful goals\, which are to protect and conserve 30% of land\, water\, and ocean by 2030. IEC will also share updates about the conservation and open space issues that IEC and our partners are working on at the state capitol and beyond. We’re excited to hear from attendees about their perspectives.\n\nThe event will be held at MCC’s Shah Center located at 4100 W Shamrock Lane in McHenry from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. More information about this goal can be found at: https://yaleclimateconnections.org/…/details-behind…/ and at America the Beautiful | U.S. Department of the Interior (doi.gov).\n\nREGISTER IN ADVANCE: https://ilenviro.salsalabs.org/30x30mchenry/index.html?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=ac420783-2136-4220-808c-004b9aa58714
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/30-x-30-u-s-land-and-oceans-climate-goal/
LOCATION:McHenry County Shah Center\, 4100 West Shamrock Lane\, McHenry\, IL\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Conservation,Education,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230317T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230317T143000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
CREATED:20230309T212153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T212153Z
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SUMMARY:BMP Talk & Tour: Dim the Lights for Birds\, Insects & Stars at Night Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the first BMP Talk and Tour workshop of 2023!  \n\n\nAgain this year\, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County’s Water & Natural Resources Protection Action Team and the McHenry County Department of Planning and Development are hosting Friday BMP Talks and Tours that showcase exciting Best Management Practices (BMPs) being implemented in McHenry County. The term ‘Best Management Practices’\, or BMPs\, was coined as a way to describe state-of-the-art practices implemented to protect and maintain the integrity of nature resources and promote conservation of land\, water and energy.\n\n\nOur first session of 2023 will be held as a Zoom webinar on Friday\, March 17 from 1-3 pm. This session will focus on the benefits of reducing nighttime light pollution on birds and insects and our own ability to see stars at night.\nWe’ll hear from McHenry County Audubon President Lisa Maier about the impacts that light pollution has on wildlife.\nVillage of Bull Valley President Emily Berendt will walk us through the Outdoor Lighting Ordinance that her village recently adopted based on International Dark Sky Association sample ordinances. This is one of the actions that Bull Valley took in 2022 to fulfill their enrollment in the Mayor’s Monarch Pledge.\nWe’ll provide you with World Migratory Bird Day literature on ways to improve outdoor lighting to reduce light pollution. (Available in both English and Spanish).\n\n\nTo be added to the email list for this series and to receive the Zoom link for the March 17 session\, please fill out the form at https://tinyurl.com/BMPTourSignup. Videos of past Talks and Tours can be found at tinyurl.com/FridayBMPTours\, and we are updating our 2023 schedule there as we finalize our plans for upcoming sessions.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/bmp-talk-tour-dim-the-lights-for-birds-insects-stars-at-night-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Community Outreach,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
CREATED:20221222T204148Z
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SUMMARY:McHenry County 2050 Plan Environmental Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/mchenry-county-2050-plan-environmental-workshop/
LOCATION:McHenry County Administration Building\, 667 Ware Road\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Education,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221228T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221228T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
CREATED:20221222T203620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T203620Z
UID:3211-1672250400-1672257600@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:Young Advocates Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/young-advocates-meeting/
LOCATION:Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen\, 110 N Main St\, Crystal Lake\, Illinois\, 60014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Member Events,Outings,Public Events,Young Advocates
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
CREATED:20221027T181629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T181629Z
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SUMMARY:BMP Talk & Tour: Sensible Salting and Salt Smart Certification
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the last BMP Talk and Tour workshop of 2022!  \n\nThe Talk and Tour will focus on Sensible Salting and Salt Smart Certification.  This free program is open to everyone and will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 PM on Friday\, November 4 in Conference Room B of the McHenry County Administration Building at 667 Ware Road\, Woodstock\, IL 60098.  We highly recommend elected officials\, municipal staff\, facilities managers\, and business owners attend this workshop. \nOur expanding use of roadsalt and other chemical deicers damages the environment\, corrodes infrastructure\, and pollutes water. This workshop will show the impacts from our use of roadsalt and the best practices everyone can use to maintain safety while reducing pollution.  The workshop will also introduce an exciting new program that will revolutionize snow and ice management practices on parking lots and sidewalks.  A live demonstration of Sensible Salting practices will also be provided.  We are very excited about this program and guests who attend will gain a solid understanding of the issues and solutions on this important topic. \nREGISTER AT: https://bit.ly/3Kq78Qp \nLight snacks and beverages will be provided.  We will also be raffling off a brand new Earthway Liquid Push Spreader ($500 value) so one lucky guest can start practicing Sensible Salting on their own property. \nThe Talk and Tour workshops are provided by the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County’s Water and Natural Resources Committee with assistance from the McHenry County Department of Planning and Development.  For more information on how you can help protect McHenry County’s natural resources visit the Defenders website https://mcdef.org/ \nPlease register for the Talk and Tour at https://bit.ly/3Kq78Qp or contact Scott Kuykendall\, McHenry County Water Resources Specialist\, at SHKuykendall@mchenrycountyil.gov if you need additional information.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/bmp-talk-tour-sensible-salting-and-salt-smart-certification/
LOCATION:McHenry County Administration Building\, 667 Ware Road\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Community Outreach,Public Events
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SUMMARY:Sustainability Summit Social
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/sustainability-summit-social/
LOCATION:Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen\, 110 N Main St\, Crystal Lake\, Illinois\, 60014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221019T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
CREATED:20220929T193732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T193952Z
UID:3159-1666204200-1666209600@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:Eco-Tober
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/eco-tober/
LOCATION:Wild Onion Brewery\, 22221 N Pepper Rd\, Lake Barrington\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Member Events,Outings,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220814T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220814T163000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
CREATED:20220715T161037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T161037Z
UID:2979-1660480200-1660494600@mcdef.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Fest
DESCRIPTION:Migrate to the Crystal Lake beach for the afternoon to enjoy this free event and learn all about monarch butterflies and how you can help them and other pollinators thrive. The Monarch Fest will include butterfly and native pollinator plant info from many groups\, including the Defenders’ Water and Natural Resources Protection Action Team\, face painting\, science and art activities and a big migration route map showing the Monarch butterflies’ amazing yearly journey from their winter grounds in the mountains of Mexico to their summer homes in the USA and Canada. Native pollinator plants from participating nurseries will be available for purchase. \n  \nThe Monarch Fest will run from 12:30-4:30 pm on Sunday\, August 14 at the Main Beach Pavilion at 300 Lakeshore Dr in Crystal Lake. You are also invited to enjoy a community band showcase at the beach bandshell from 1-4:15 pm. Bring your blanket and a picnic! \n  \nThe Monarch Fair is presented by The Monarch Coalition and hosted by Friends of Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge in conjunction with US Fish & Wildlife Service and multiple local conservation organizations. 
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/monarch-fest/
LOCATION:Crystal Lake Main Beach\, 300 Lakeshore Dr\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, 60014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Outdoor Events,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220805T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220805T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
CREATED:20220715T163218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T163218Z
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SUMMARY:Best Management Practices Talk and Tour: Rain Gardens That Work
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 5\, 1-3 pm \n(rain or shine)  Sunshine will show the full beauty of the vegetation but rainfall will show the rain gardens in action! \nWoodscreek Park \n1420 Willow Tree Dr\, Crystal Lake \n  \nSpeakers \n-Scott Kuykendall\,  McHenry County Water Resource Specialist on Green Infrastructure \n-Crystal Lake Park District staff on How and Why \n-Engineer on Design/Management
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/best-management-practices-talk-and-tour-rain-gardens-that-work/
LOCATION:Woodscreek Park\, 1420 Willow Tree Dr\, Crystal Lake\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Community Outreach,Education,Outdoor Events,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220802T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220807T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
CREATED:20220715T164338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T164338Z
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Environmental Defenders will have a display in Conservation World at the McHenry County Fair. \n\nTo volunteer contact Pat Lawlor patlawlor117@gmail.com
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/mchenry-county-fair/
LOCATION:McHenry County Fairgrounds\, 12015 Country Club Rd\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Education,Outdoor Events,Outings,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
CREATED:20220705T190446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T190446Z
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SUMMARY:Best Management Practices Talk and Tour: How To Successfully Manage Natural Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 22 — From 1 to 3 PM \nEvent is free & open to the public but limited to 30 people \nMeet at Ted Spella Park in Algonquin \nInfrastructure and landscaping that use native vegetation helps to manage stormwater and reduce flooding while also recharging groundwater\, purifying water\, providing habitat\, and creating natural beauty. \nThe use of native vegetation and other forms of green infrastructure are powerful tools to improve resiliency of our communities. While landscaping with native vegetation is not rocket science\, most conventional landscapers do not have the knowledge or skills to successfully install or maintain these systems. When properly implemented by qualified professionals\, natural landscaping can also reduce annual operating costs over conventional landscaping and provide benefits for generations to come. \n· Michele Zimmerman\, Assistant Public Works Director for the Village of Algonquin\, will showcase the natural landscaping systems and best management practices that have been successfully installed at Spella Park.  Michelle will also discuss how the Village uses contracts and performance standards to successfully implement projects throughout the Village. The examples will include detailed information demonstrating the economic benefits. \n· The Village’s ecological contractor\, Resource Environmental Solutions (RES)\, will provide technical guidance on how to properly establish and maintain natural landscaping. This is a great opportunity to learn directly from experts. \nJoin us to see firsthand how these incredible best management practices can be implemented in your communities! Bring your water bottle and be prepared to walk through the park. \n\n\n\n\n\nPlease register here for this Talk & Tour. This will help us plan refreshments for the event. \nThis is the fourth in the series of Friday Talks and Tours scheduled by the EDMC’s Water & Natural Resources Protection Action Team and the McHenry County Department of Planning and Development that showcase some of the exciting Best Management Practices (BMPs) being implemented in McHenry County. \nClick here for the evolving schedule of planned Friday BMP Talks and Tours. There you will also find links to videos of the past sessions.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/best-management-practices-talk-and-tour-how-to-successfully-manage-natural-landscaping/
LOCATION:Ted Spella Park\, 2610 Harnish Dr\, Algonquin\, IL\, 60102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Community Outreach,Education,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220710T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220710T163000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
CREATED:20220628T210041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T210041Z
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SUMMARY:Latino Conservation Picnic
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/latino-conservation-picnic/
LOCATION:Pleasant Valley Conservation Area\, 13119 Pleasant Valley Rd\, Woodstock\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Outdoor Events,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
CREATED:20220505T212139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220625T165818Z
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Safari
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for our family friendly\, outdoor\, kick-off event to celebrate nature’s essential workers. We will have guided hikes\, expert talks\, crafts\, challenges\, prizes and more! We will help you learn how to spot\, identify and protect native pollinators and plants. If you love nature and want to help protect it\, this event is for you. In case of rain\, we will move the activities to the following day\, Sunday\, June 26th.
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/pollinator-safari/
LOCATION:Boloria Meadows\, 7219 Millburne Ct\, Bull Valley\, 60050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Education,Outdoor Events,Outings,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220617T150000
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CREATED:20220603T173441Z
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SUMMARY:Best Management Practices- Electric Vehicles 101: A How-To Guide for Communities
DESCRIPTION:Electric Vehicles 101: A How-To Guide for Communities \nOur Water & Natural Resources Protection Action Team and the McHenry County Department of Planning and Development invite you to attend this second event in a series of Friday BMP Talks and Tours that showcase some of the exciting Best Management Practices (BMPs) being implemented in McHenry County. \nFriday\, June 17\, 1-3 pm \nPark and meet at 1 pm at Electric Vehicle Charging Station in 227 N Throop St Parking Lot\, Woodstock \nThen we will walk together to Stage Left\, 125 W Van Buren St\, Woodstock \nSpeakers: \n-Cynthia Kanner\, Environ. Defenders of McHenry Co. on Woodstock’s EV Charging Stations \n-Tim Milburn\, Green Ways 2Go on EV How-To Guide for Communities \n  \nPark in the parking lot at 227 N Throop St Parking Lot\, Woodstock where we will learn from Environmental Defenders of McHenry County Executive Director Cynthia Kanner on how the Defenders brought two EV charging stations to Woodstock. From there we will walk together to Stage Left for a presentation by Tim Milburn of Green Ways 2Go on An EV How-To Guide for Communities. \nTo register for the June 17 event and be added to the email list for this series\, please fill out the form at https://forms.gle/v76WMZGGvjtXKmcy5 \nYou will also find a link there to the schedule of all the Talks and Tours in this series. \nTo improve the resiliency of our communities and sustainably manage resources\, it is becoming increasingly important to implement the BMPs showcased in this series. Join us to see these inspiring projects in action and learn from the experts how they can be successfully implemented in your communities. Learn how you can save money and resources for your communities or facilities by implementing these best management practices. These events are held monthly on Friday afternoons\, to make attending them convenient for staff of municipalities\, townships\, school districts\, park districts\, libraries\, schools and churches\, as well as the general public. \nThank you to everyone who joined us for the first two talks of this series- Huntley Community School District 158’s Sustainable Practices for Facilities Management and Energy Savings During the Illinois Solar Revolution . If you missed these great programs or want to review what you learned\, you can find the videos at https://youtu.be/0ev4e9F1NmE and https://fb.watch/d58UQEVGdp/
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/best-management-practices-electric-vehicles-101-a-how-to-guide-for-communities/
LOCATION:227 N Throop St Parking Lot\, 227 N Throop St\, Woodstock\, IL\, 60098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Best Management Practices,Community Outreach,Education,Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T190000
DTSTAMP:20260513T141701
CREATED:20220505T203852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220505T204123Z
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SUMMARY:McHenry County Nature-based Solutions Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited!  \nJoin IEC and The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County for a town hall event over ZOOM focused on how McHenry County communities are implementing nature-based climate solutions in their area. In addition to collecting this information for future community-informed policy development\, this is also an educational opportunity to provide information on the #30×30 initiative and how it can be implemented in Illinois’ suburban areas. \nSign up today! https://ilenviro.salsalabs.org/30x30mchenrycou…/index.html
URL:https://mcdef.org/event/mchenry-county-nature-based-solutions-town-hall/
CATEGORIES:Community Outreach,Public Events
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