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TNC in Illinois @Nature_IL

Protecting nature, fighting climate change, providing food and water sustainably and helping to build healthy cities in Illinois since 1957🌾

Joined January 2012
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Edge of field practices matter. Join us May 6–7 in Danville, IL for a fast-paced training on DWM, saturated buffers & bioreactor design a walkthrough of the NRCS Technical Service Provider certification process. Limited spaces—register by April 28: conservationdrainagedesignwo…
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Check out these three job openings at TNC’s Nachusa Grasslands near Franklin Grove, Illinois! ▶️ Assistant Crew Leader (JR101662) ▶️ Restoration Technician (JR101664) ▶️ Illinois Invasive Plant Monitoring Tech (JR101667) Get all the details and apply at nature.org/careers?en_txn1=s…
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TNC in Illinois retweeted
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Jan 20
Do you know anyone that would love working as our next Nachusa Illinois Invasive Plant Monitoring Tech? We've got a new opening! Send them our way! bit.ly/4r6v3dC #NonProfitJobs #TNCJobs

Nachusa Illinois Invasive Plant Monitoring Tech in Franklin Grove, IL

What We Can Achieve Together: The Nachusa Invasive Plant Monitoring Technician will work to monitor and evaluate specific natural areas management techniques at the tallgrass prairie at Nachusa...

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TNC in Illinois retweeted
Life at TNC@nature_careers
Jan 20
Check out this exciting opportunity with a fantastic team and organization! Nachusa Illinois Restoration Technician. bit.ly/4pU8ZBP #NonProfitJobs #TNCJobs

Nachusa Illinois Restoration Technician in Franklin Grove, IL

What We Can Achieve Together: The Nachusa Restoration Technicians will work together to manage and restore tallgrass prairie at Nachusa Grasslands. The work includes invasive weed management using...

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Winter might bring cooler temps, but it also means fewer crowds, precious sunlight and unobstructed views of winter wildlife, making this season one of the best times of the year to head outdoors! nature.org/en-us/get-involve… 📷 Hannah Letinich
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Under an ambitious restoration plan, Emiquon Nature Preserve wetlands reconnecting to the Illinois River trib.al/j3kHU6v

Under an ambitious restoration plan, Emiquon Nature Preserve wetlands reconnecting to the Illinois...

These ecosystems alleviate flooding intensified by climate change and support unique biodiversity.

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invests in innovative and cost-effective projects that safeguard communities from extreme weather events while also protecting nature. Call on Congress to back the agency with the staff and funds it needs. nature.ly/41E4mBT 📷 Dan Videtich
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Big news! A proposal to sell off our public lands in the U.S. has been defeated! Over the past month, the TNC community stepped up to stop this proposal, sending more than 100,000 messages to Congress to urge leaders to keep public lands in public hands. preserve.nature.org/page/171…
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71% of Americans agree — public lands must stay in public hands. But a new Senate proposal would require selling off over 2 million acres of public conservation lands! Take action NOW to urge Congress to oppose this large-scale sell off of public land: preserve.nature.org/page/171…
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The future of IL’s environmental progress depends on you to #ActOnClimate. Join us on 1/7 to tell your legislators we deserve to: 🚲expand safe walking, biking, & transit infrastructure,💡upgrade our electric grid, & 🏙️transition buildings to clean energy! bit.ly/ClimateDay25
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Do you rely on public transit, bikes, or walks to get from A to B? The Clean & Equitable Transportation Act will expand these options & improve access to clean vehicles. Tell your legislators to #ElectrifyIL at Climate Day at the Capitol on Jan 7! RSVP➡️ bit.ly/ClimateDay25
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Join us at the State Capitol on Jan 7 to #ActOnClimate! Urge your legislators to support the IL CleanJobs Platform! This suite of bills will lower greenhouse gas emissions🌎, create green jobs👷‍♀️, & make our communities healthier & safer💚. RSVP ➡️ bit.ly/ClimateDay25
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Did you know wild turkeys in North America have bounced back from just 30,000 in the early 1900s to over 7 million today? Their adaptability means you can find them in some surprising places—like urban parks and even golf courses! 👀 blog.nature.org/2022/11/08/t…

The Weirdest Places You Can Find Wild Turkeys

Turkey take over? Why you can now find wild turkeys from the Pacific Islands to Germany.

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Autumn's colors may be fading, but that doesn't mean you can't still get outside and enjoy all that the season offers. From hiking to wildlife watching, November is a great time to explore Illinois' natural areas. 🍂 nature.org/en-us/about-us/wh… 📸 Charles Larry
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Wondering what to do with your jack-o’-lanterns after Halloween? 🎃 Try one of these ideas to reuse and recycle your pumpkins: nature.ly/4hL0w0K

Pumpkins for Wildlife: From Backyard to the Zoo

Pumpkins aren't just for Halloween Jack O'Lanterns. Animals from squirrels to sand cats to porcupines love them too.

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Looking to expand your TBR list with nature-centered books this fall? 📚🌳 Check out our latest book review for inspirational conservation stories, guides to better understand the creatures that share your neighborhood and so much more: nature.ly/3YKfEUE

Cool Green Book Review: October 2024

New titles on birding, backyard nature, cowgirl conservation and more.

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Did you know some creepy crawlers are the unsung heroes of a healthy farm? 🕷 🌾 Creatures in the soil like earthworms and milipedes to ones above like coyotes and owls all play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of our farms. nature.ly/3A6BGb1

10 Creepy Animals That Benefit Farms and Food

Not all farm animals are cute and cuddly. Some of the most important farm animals lurk in the night and cause some of us quite a fright!

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Here in Illinois and the Midwest, we know how important growing food is. We can also see firsthand how demand impacts our lands and waters. This #WorldFoodDay, learn about modern regenerative practices that can help mitigate these impacts: youtube.com/watch?v=dUj-cAgw… #agriculture

Less Harm on the Farm: Regenerative Agriculture

Embark on a captivating journey through the history of agriculture ...

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The scariest thing about bats? More than half of the bat species in the United States are in severe decline or listed as endangered. 🦇 Learn about TNC's conservation strategies to protect bats: nature.org/en-us/get-involve…
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Volunteers needed at Steelworkers Park in Chicago this Saturday 👐 Join @ChicagoParks tomorrow October 12 at 10am to help mulch young trees. 🌱 Contact Nichole Machuca at SteelworkersSteward@gmail.com to sign up! 📸 Cat Principe/TNC
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