Day: January 1, 2020

How Are We Protecting the Fox River?

By Gary Swick, President “How is the river doing?” and “What’s new with Friends of the Fox River (FOFR)?” are the two most common questions that I hear related to the Fox River. In January, I will answer the first question during my State of the Fox River 2020 report at Schweitzer Environmental Center (SEC) … Read more

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Meet Your Neighbors: Meet Mr. & Ms. Finch

By Jack MacRae House finches are common birds with a common name.  They are moderate sized birds with a conical, sparrow-like bill.  Male house finches are red/pink on their forehead, face, throat, and breast.  They have a pink rump.  Their wings, backs, and bellies are streaked with shades of brown.  Female house finches are streaky, blurry gray and brown all … Read more