Anne Basten lives on a 2/3-acre C@H certified property in McHenry near Moraine Hills State Park. Over the last 35 years, she has been incorporating many sustainable elements into her property, from solar panels to easily incorporated paths of gravel under her gutters, draining her stormwater runoff into areas covered in native plants. She loves the wildlife she sees, from wood ducks using the nest boxes to bats and foxes as well. She advises those just starting to start small and be patient, enjoying the spreading of native plants each year and the discoveries that come along with it. Thanks for your participation and contributions to the ecological health of McHenry County, Anne!
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