McHenry County Conservation District
Rachel Gustafson is a dedicated conservation professional with a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science- Conservation and Ecology from Carthage College. Currently serving as Program Coordinator I at McHenry County Conservation District since February 2023, Rachel focuses on conservation education programming. Prior experience includes roles at SavATree as a Commercial Sales Arborist and Sales Arborist Assistant, where responsibilities encompassed consultative sales and client support for tree and lawn care. Rachel also worked as a Plant Health Care Specialist, ensuring the health of vegetation on clients' properties. Additional experience involves positions with various park districts and conservation organizations, including animal care, environmental education, and programming coordination. Notable roles include Animal Care Naturalist at Park Ridge Recreation And Park District and IMRF Naturalist at Fox Valley Park District.
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McHenry County Conservation District
McHenry County Conservation District exists to preserve, restore and manage natural areas and open spaces for their intrinsic value and for the benefits to present and future generations. McHenry County Conservation District owns and manages over 25,800 acres of open land diverse with woodlands, prairies, wetlands, ponds, creeks, and rivers. Thirty-five sites are currently open to the public year-round featuring 106 miles of hiking trails, 45 miles of biking trails, 45 fishing areas, 36 miles of horse trails, 6 canoe launches, 6 campgrounds, 18 sites with picnic areas and shelters, and a multitude of opportunities for wildlife viewing. The District also boasts 17 dedicated State Nature Preserves within its sites. As a vision, the McHenry County Conservation District strives to fulfill their promise that public lands, water, wildlife and way of life will thrive in a rapidly changing world. Where people of all ages, cultures and abilities are engaged and empowered to learn about and contribute to conservation in diverse and impactful ways. Where wild and scenic places support thriving native plants and wildlife populations and public lands support diverse outdoor recreation, educational and immersive experiences.