Mchenry County Conservation District Announces 2 Awards

The McHenry County Conservation District is seeking nominations of individuals who are and have been conservation champions for the public open space of McHenry County. The two inaugural conservation awards – Conservation Champion and Conservation Legacy – will recognize exceptional contributions of individuals who have had an extraordinary effect on the conservation movement through their continued dedication and support of the mission of the district. The 2018 Conservation Legacy Award will acknowledge the significant past contributions of an individual who exemplified the conservation ethic and influenced the growth and awareness of the district whether it be through leadership, innovation, environmental legislation, community building, restoration fieldwork, citizen science and volunteering or donations of money and land. The Conservation Champion Award will be awarded to a person who embodies the passion for the local environment and has shared their inspiration with others by preserving, restoring and/or teaching about McHenry County’s beautiful natural landscapes. The district looks forward to celebrating the recipients each year who do so much to protect, preserve and promote the open spaces. To see award criteria and to nominate someone for the Conservation Champion or Legacy award, download and submit an electronic nomination form the district’s website, www.MCCDistrict.org. Nominations will be accepted through Dec.