Learn about the latest in sustainable living, get ideas for energy saving, shop for green gifts, and take in fun, educational exhibits. Tour two fully-decorated, locally-owned tiny homes! See the award-winning travelling exhibit “Sustainable Choices” Enjoy the work of artists displaying and selling their sustainable creations in the Artists Walk at the Expo Meet area ... Read more

The program will be on the Flint Creek Watershed All FREP Membership Meetings & Programs, and FREP Noon Networks are free and open to the public. Reservations are not required. 

On the first Wednesday of each month, environmentally-minded people gather upstairs at Duke's Alehouse & Kitchen to network and talk about sustainable programs and “greening” the future. Environmental Issues in Springfield for 100th General Assembly We are currently expecting: Sen. Pamela Althoff, Rep. Allen Skillikorn, and Rep. Steve Andersson

FREP presents a panel discussion about funding and grant opportunities. Maggie Soliz and Nancy Wiliamson will review a variety of funding sources. Lucy Tarabour, Network Leader for the Grand Victoria Foundation will also present. It can be difficult to navigate the world of funding and grants. This program aims to assist FREP members and the ... Read more

Join us for Gary Swick's annual take on the river ~ its health and beauty in all seasons and its challenges   Donation suggested

The midwest’s premier environmental film festival, creating opportunities for understanding climate change, sustainability and the power of human involvement. They showcase top-issue, thought-provoking environmental films and lead audiences in interactive post-film discussions focused on solutions. We'll be showing the documentary Rancher, Farmer, Fisherman tells the inspiring story of heartland conservation heroes who are feeding the world while ... Read more

Due to renovations at Duke's Alehouse & Kitchen, February Green Drinks will be held at Crystal Lake Brewing, just around the corner at 150 N. Main Street, Crystal Lake.  Compost Recycling Panel Including Midwest Compost's Andy Klink and Prairieland Disposal “What happens to your yard waste after it gets picked up by your waste disposal service? It ... Read more

McHenry County Conservation District presents Conservation Congress 2018 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to stand up for conservation and be part of the movement. Members of  the general public are invited to register and attend. Hear first-hand the congressional conversations and discussions on the important environmental issues facing McHenry County and ... Read more