Natural Heritage Society
Create a lasting legacy that secures our wide open space and natural areas.
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Outdoor Recreation
Connecting people to the wilderness in their communities
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Land and Water Protection
We ensure our natural areas are restored to the highest quality habitat.
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Environmental Education
Teaching the next generation is crucial if we want to see today's preservation efforts carried on in the future.
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News & Events
Foundation Purchases Former Boy Scout Camp Site – Camp Lakota
Thanks to donor support, a 160-acre parcel in Hartland Township previously owned by the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and used as the site for Camp Lakota has been permanently protected for the benefit of all McHenry County residents thanks to our partnership with the McHenry County Conservation District.
Read MoreFoundation Board of Directors Welcomes Pamela Althoff
The McHenry County Conservation Foundation Board of Directors recently welcomed Pamela Althoff aboard as the newest Director.
Read MoreEmpowering Youth through Programming
Foundation support made it possible for forty underserved children and adults to canoe and fish at The Hollows Conservation Area.
Read MoreFuture Generations
Ensure the preservation of our natural heritage through planned giving.
Leave A LegacyChampion Conservation
Even a small amount can go a long way toward protecting the natural areas of McHenry County.
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