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• Emiquon Visitor Use Center Design Recognized by American Society of Landscape Architects

  Lewistown, ILL
  November 28, 2012 2012 11 28

  Designer Therese McKee and her partners tell Emiquon’s story through landscape project Learn More

• Nachusa Grasslands Receives Illinois Nature Preserves Dedication

  October 04, 2012 2012 10 04

  Conservancy preserve receives highest level of land protection for Illinois site, invites researchers to property for open house.  Learn More

• Limited Waterfowl Hunting at The Nature Conservancy’s Emiquon Preserve

  October 04, 2012 2012 10 04

  Beginning this month, Emiquon will offer limited hunting opportunities for the public, youth and persons with disabilities. Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy, City of Bloomington and Environmental Defense Fund Sign Agreement Protecting City’s Drinking Water

  Bloomington, Illinois
  August 28, 2012 2012 08 28

  Groups sign agreement to construct wetlands in the Mackinaw River watershed to aid in nitrogen removal and protect aquatic species.  Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy Says New Evidence of Asian Carp eDNA in Lake Erie reinforces need for action in Great Lakes Basin

  Chicago, IL
  Topic (Rivers & Lakes)
  August 29, 2012 2012 08 29

  The Nature Conservancy today called for greater action to control the spread of invasive species in response to an announcement by state and federal officials that scientists have found 20 new positive eDNA detections for Asian Carp in Lake Erie. Learn More

• Chicago Wilderness Releases Climate Action Plan for Nature

  CHICAGO, IL
  Topic (Climate Change)
  June 25, 2010 2010 06 25

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• The Nature Conservancy to Receive $1 Million Donation from CenterPoint Properties

  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
  October 05, 2010 2010 10 05

  Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie's Volunteer Program to Benefit Learn More

• Local Volunteer Stewardship Groups Receive Grants

  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
  October 18, 2010 2010 10 18

  Funds from The Nature Conservancy and Illinois Nature Preserves Commission will support 27 groups throughout Illinois Learn More

• Emiquon Preserve Lake Access Permits for 2011 Now Available

  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
  December 21, 2010 2010 12 21

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• Design for a Living World Photo Essay

  CHICAGO
  Topic (Events)
  March 07, 2011 2011 03 07

  A Photography Display, Lurie Garden in Millennium Park, Opens April 15 Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy Supports Ecological Separation in the Chicago Area Waterways

  Chicago, Illinois
  Topic (Rivers & Lakes)
  January 31, 2012 2012 01 31

  Three Options in New Report Provide Sound Basis for Decision-Making, Action Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy and Meijer Celebrate Partnership with Earth Day “Open House”

  CHICAGO, IL
  April 22, 2010 2010 04 22

  Backyard Makeover Contest for Customers on April 24 Learn More

• Emiquon Preserve Visitor’s Facilities Expands Public Access

  Emiquon Preserve, at the new visitor use area directly off IL-78/97
  

  Grand Opening Set for June 4, 2011, on World Environment Day Learn More

• Private Donations Used to Protect Apple River Canyon

  Rockford, IL
  July 17, 2009 2009 07 17

  Purchase will conserve important natural area in northwestern Illinois Learn More

• Playing It SAFE: Local Landowners can Generate Stable Income, Help Wildlife

  Peoria, IL
  September 17, 2009 2009 09 17

  INTRO NEEDED Learn More

• The Nature Conservancy's statement on the Mississippi River Basin healthy Watersheds initiative

  LOCATION NEEDED
  September 24, 2009 2009 09 24

  The following is a statement from Michael Reuter, Central U.S. Senior Director of Conservation Strategies for The Nature Conservancy Learn More

• Constructions of Visitor Facilities Begins at Emiquon Preserve

  CHICAGO, IL
  

  Premiere Illinois Wetland will foster educational opportunities Learn More

• Dr. Jeff Walk Appointed as Director of Science for The Nature Conservancy in Illinois

  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
  

  INTRO NEEDED Learn More

• Proposed Federal Investment in Great Lakes Called "Visionary" but "Work Remains"

  CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
  March 9, 2010 2010 03 09

  Leaders at The Nature Conservancy Applaud Action; Pledge Support Learn More

• Emiquon Preserve Fishing and Boating Permits for 2010 Now Available

  LOCATION NEEDED
  

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• Autumn on the Prairie

  21st annual celebration of Illinois' native landscape Learn More

Earth Day Picnic

CBS Chicago, WBBM News Radio

April 22, 2012

State Director Leslee Spraggins shares with WBBM News Radio how Picnic for the Planet gets people thinking about taking care of their food and water sources.

Global Earth Day Picnic

NBC Chicago

April 21, 2012

The Nature Conservancy will team up with the Shedd Aquarium to host Picnic for the Planet 2012 to set the record for largest picnic in 24 hours on Sunday, April 22 and raise awareness for the benefits of buying local on keeping the earth green.

Proposal to Protect Great Lakes

WTTW Chicago Tonight

January 31, 2012

The Nature Conservancy in Illinois' State Director Leslee Spraggins reacts to the Great Lakes Commission's new report that provides options for separating the Great Lakes and Mississippi River basin.

New plan to keep Asian carp out of Great Lakes

ABC 7 Chicago

January 31, 2012

The Nature Conservancy in Illinois' State Director Leslee Spraggins provides feedback on the new Great Lakes Commission report concerning ecological separation between the Great Lakes and Mississippi River basin.

Green Holiday Tips

ABC Chicago

November 27, 2011

The Conservancy in Illinois’ State Director Leslee Spraggins promotes Green Gift Monday and demonstrates options for a greener holiday season.

Power of the Prairie

WKCC 91.1 FM

November 21, 2011

(Select the story that was released on 11/21/11)  Allison Cisneros, volunteer coordinator for The Nature Conservancy at Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, talks about National Public Lands Day with Dale Bowman on the WKCC 91.1 FM “Outside” program.

Nature Conservancy Treasure Hunts

ABC Chicago

October 31, 2011

The Conservancy in Illinois’ State Director Leslee Spraggins demonstrates activities for kids in nature.

Don't quit conservation

Chicago Tribune

July 26, 2011

The Nature Conservancy in Illinois' State Director Leslee Spraggins encourages Congress to re-think its Department of Interior's Appropriation Bill in this op-ed piece.

Fixing the nitrate levels in Lake Bloomington

WMBD/WYZZ TV

June 24, 2011

Learn how The Nature Conservancy is working with the City of Bloomington to clean up its drinking water.

Emiquon: A Milestone in the Making

WMBD/WYZZ TV

June 04, 2011

Maria Chandler with WMBD/WYZZ TV covers the Lake Festival and Grand Opening of the new visitor amenities at the Emiquon Preserve in Lewistown.

Green Scene: Field Museum spotlights sustainable design

Crain's Chicago Business

May 12, 2011

Crain's Chicago Business highlights Design for a Living World, the first exhibition in The Field Museum's new Gary C. Comer Family Gallery.

Design for a Living World Photo Essay Opens

NBC Chicago

April 14, 2011

World-renowned photographer Ami Vitale and The Nature Conservancy in Illinois' State Director Leslee Spraggins share their thoughts on the Design for a Living World Photo Essay, now open in the Lurie Garden in Millennium Park.

A Century of Bird Watching

WTTW-Chicago Tonight

February 09, 2011

The Nature Conservancy in Illinois’ Director of Science Jeff Walk discusses his new book, Illinois Birds: A Century of Change, on WTTW-TV’s Chicago Tonight program and highlights some of Illinois’ most familiar and beloved creatures.

Organic Art on the Prairie

WGNtv.com

November 08, 2010

Learn how Design for a Living World rethinks raw materials and how designer Christien Meindertsma transformed prairie plants from the Conservancy’s Nachusa Grasslands Preserve into an exhibition piece.

Protecting Butterflies

WTTW - Chicago Tonight

July 12, 2010

Local researchers are working to bring back regal fritillary butterflies, a rare and unique species once common in this area but now in danger of going extinct.

The Ultimate Emiquon Boat

Scattershooting: A Web Log by Jeff Lampe of the Journal Star

July 12, 2010

What type of boat is best suitable for bass fishing at Emiquon? Outdoor writer Jeff Lampe runs through some of his personal favorites and suggests one with the perfect mix of portability, stability, maneuverability and price is not easy.

WWW Chicago Outdoors: Rivers to Ranges

Chicago Sun-Times

July 09, 2010

Wild Weekend Wanderings provides a list of outdoor activities throughout the Chicago region.

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