On Friday, May 11, The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County proudly opened its newest Styrofoam Collection Site in partnership with The City of Woodstock’s Public Works facility on 326 Washington Street. The collection shed was funded by a generous grant … Continue reading
Here is one family who participated in the McHenry County Environmental Defenders’ and the McHenry County Conservation District’s Earth Day Celebration … Continue reading
An email from the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County: Member Action Alert: Environmental Defenders, please express your support for community solar farms and renewable energy in McHenry County by attending a ZBA hearing THIS WEDNESDAY.* *Note there was a misprint … Continue reading
Donations Sought for Fundraiser A press release from the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County: Woodstock, IL – April 12, 2018 –The Environmental Defenders will hold its annual Spring Garage Sale (Use it Again Sale) Fundraiser from Thursday, May 3 through … Continue reading
Free Screening and Panel Discussion at MCC From the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County: It’s estimated every day 500,000,000+ plastic straws are used once and tossed in the U.S. alone. Ocean Conservancy ranks straws as the #5 most found litter … Continue reading
A press release from The Community Foundation The Community Foundation for McHenry County awards Grant to The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County at March Ceremony April 4, 2018, Woodstock, IL The Community Foundation for McHenry County has named The Environmental … Continue reading
Free Screening and Panel Discussion at MCC The same evening as Annual Township Meetings, the Environmental Defenders are hosting a screening of the documentary “Straws.” From the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County: It’s estimated every day 500,000,000+ plastic straws are … Continue reading
Food Pantry Receives Theta Award The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County has awarded the Crystal Lake Food Pantry for all it’s efforts to protect the environment through recycling cardboard, preventing food waste, composting, and energy saving activities. They serve as … Continue reading
Woodstock, IL – March 23, 2018 – The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County is offering two Entering College scholarships of $1,000 each to two outstanding high school seniors planning to pursue careers related to environmental/sustainability studies or conservation. To be … Continue reading
A press release from the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County: The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County has accomplished a main strategic goal by promoting Cynthia Kanner to Executive Director. “Cynthia is a natural fit for our organization,” President, Nancy Schietzelt … Continue reading
March 18th at Sterne’s Fen Spend some time outdoors and help make a great park even better. Volunteer at Sterne’s Woods & Fen on Sunday, March 18th from 9-11AM to clear invasive species beside the main trail. Invasive understory brush … Continue reading
A press release from the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County: The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County Prepares for its 48thAnnual Membership Dinner & Award Ceremony Woodstock, IL – March 4, 2018 – Members of The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County will … Continue reading
A press release from the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County: ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENDERS’ RECYCLING DRIVE on NOVEMBER 11 Woodstock, IL – November 1, 2017 — The Environmental Defenders will hold its next monthly drive at 2222 Dean Street, Woodstock (Soil & Water … Continue reading
A press release from the McHenry County Environmental Defenders: “MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY” with The Environmental Defenders! Woodstock, IL – October 19, 2017 – On Saturday, October 28, you are invited to “make a difference” by helping with restoration efforts … Continue reading
A press release from the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County: ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENDERS’ USED BOOK SALE, September 22 through October 7 WOODSTOCK – The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are holding their annual Big Fall Book Sale at the Algonquin Township … Continue reading
The Green Drinks program sponsored by the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County offers the following program on Wednesday, April 5th, at Duke’s Alehouse from 5-7 PM. Scott Hennings & Ben Redding – McHenry County Division of Transportation Scott Hennings, Principal … Continue reading
A press release from the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County: One can find all sorts of information about the Defenders here. … Continue reading
A press release from the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County: DEFENDERS’ USED BOOK SALE, November 25 through December 10 WOODSTOCK – The Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are holding their annual Holiday Kick-Off Book Sale at the Woodstock Square Mall … Continue reading
A press release from the Environment Defenders of McHenry County: DEFENDERS’ RECYCLING DRIVE – Huntley, October 8th Recycling Drive accepts TVs, fluorescent tubes, electronics, more! WOODSTOCK – On Saturday, October 8th, the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County (EDMC) will conduct … Continue reading
A press release from the McHenry County Environmental Defenders: Congratulations Richmond for a Very Successful Recycling Drive WOODSTOCK – Richmond-Burton NHS high school students came out to Richmond city hall on Saturday, September 10th, to donate their time and power to … Continue reading
