Chicago Wilderness Welcomes Six New Members

On July 16, Chicago Wilderness gained six new members, bringing the total organizations in the coalition to 169.

The mission of The Illinois Endangered Species Protection Board is to list and de-list endangered and threatened species of plants and animals and advise the Illinois Department of Natural Resources on the protection, conservation, and enhancement of these species.

The Flagg-Rochelle Community Park District, located west of DeKalb, Illinois, seeks to develop and maintain a responsive, efficient, and creative parks and recreation system for its citizens, including protection and restoration of natural areas.

Established in 1908, The Prairie Club is one of this region's oldest conservation and recreation organizations, promoting outdoor recreation to acquaint the public with the natural beauty of the Chicagoland area. The mission of the Prairie Club Conservation Education Fund is to protect the natural environment and provide nature experiences to families, youth groups, students, and educators. The group is working to establish the "Spring Grove Prairie Legacy Learning Center" on a 24-acre site in McHenry County, as a regional learning resource.

The Southeast Environmental Task Force empowers residents and students of the Southeast Side and south suburbs of Chicago to improve their local environment. The organization promotes pollution prevention and progressive business practices in the Calumet region, and supports the preservation and restoration of the region's natural areas, as well as the sustainable development of industrial lands.

Walworth County Land Conservancy is a nonprofit organization in southeastern Wisconsin whose mission is to conserve and protect significant natural areas, farmlands, and environmental corridors.

For a complete list of member organizations and contact information, visit www.chicagowilderness.org/coalition/members.