MCCD Snags National Award, Wheeler Praise

A press release from State Rep. Barb Wheeler:

Wheeler Congratulates MCCD on National Award

Crystal Lake, IL…The McHenry County Conservation District recently received the Barb King Environmental Stewardship Award from the National Recreation and Park Association.

The award is given to the best in the nation for environmental stewardship in the parks, recreation, and conservation field.

Lost Valley before a storm.

Lost Valley before a storm.

State Rep. Barbara Wheeler (R-Crystal Lake) is pleased to extend her congratulations and gratitude towards the McHenry County Conservation District for making the 64th Legislative District such a beautiful place to live and visit.

“People travel far and wide to come visit us here in McHenry County for our beautiful lakes, rivers, and parks,” said Wheeler.

“None of this would be possible if it were not for the dedicated work of the McHenry County Conservation District and its wonderful staff. This is a much deserved award. Those of us who live here know this truly is the most beautiful area in the country.”

Past recipients of the Barb King Award are Mecklenburg County, Charlotte, North Carolina (2009), City of Phoenix, Arizona (2010), City of Boulder, Colorado (2011), and County of San Diego, California (2012).

The McHenry County Conservation District is responsible for beautiful recreational sites such as the Kishwaukee Headwaters in Woodstock

  • Marengo Ridge in Marengo
  • Glacial Park in Ringwood,
  • Nippersink Canoe Base in Spring Grove and
  • Boger Bog in Bull Valley

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