The mission of
Western Illinois Nature Group is to support Blackthorn Hill Nature Preserve and
to provide outdoor experiences to the public for education and appreciation of
nature.
. to provide nature and environmental education to youth
and adults;
. to obtain and maintain a safe facility for progressive
youth camping;
. to maintain and preserve the natural resources on a
property;
. to develop a year-round nature center for public use.
Western Illinois
Nature Group was created to find
and purchase a forested property in west central Illinois to accomplish the
above goals. We seek the financial support and encouragement of area
communities and organizations, as well as the dedication of our membership, to
preserve a beautifully wooded area for enjoyment well beyond this century. The
generosity of corporate and private foundations and local businesses is
essential.
About the Organization
Western Illinois Nature Group is:
. a public charitable organization incorporated in the
State of Illinois in 1998. All contributions to the Corporation will be tax
deductible and all earnings by the corporation will be tax exempt.
. a membership-based democratic organization relying on
people interested in the out-of-doors who contribute a membership fee and
assist in whatever way they can to conserve natural resources and protect the
environment and nature.
. Additional membership, as well as board members, will
be sought from other organizations and communities as may further the purpose
of this organization.
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Ron Hunt |
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Kraig McCluskie |
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Opal Murray |
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Lora Wright |
Secretary |
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Susan Borden |
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Mark Johnson (of Monmonth) |
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Jack Olmstead |
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Martin Reichel |
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Mariette Smith |
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Daniel Thompson |
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Finance Committee |
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Opal Murray |
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Marty Reichel |
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Membership Committee |
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Daniel Thompson |
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Susan Borden |
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Ron Hunt |
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Lora Wright |
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Property Committee |
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Kraig McCluskie |
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Mark Johnson (Abingdon) |
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Mark Johnson (Monmouth) |
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Mariette Smith |
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Daniel Thompson |
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John Yeager |
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Lora Wright |
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Martha Scharfenberg |
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Mike Wright |
WING member |
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