Here's a wonderful tool that's easy to use - perfect for your club, group, troop, class, or organization. Learn to use it and show people of all ages how dirt, chemicals, etc. can easily get into our river. Learn more about the EnviroScape -- an interactive model that demonstrates how land use impacts water quality ... Read more
Here's a wonderful tool that's easy to use - perfect for your club, group, troop, class, or organization. Learn to use it and show people of all ages how dirt, chemicals, etc. can easily get into our river. Learn more about the EnviroScape -- an interactive model that demonstrates how land use impacts water quality ... Read more
Find The Fox Canoe Trip #7 Glenwood Park, Batavia to Illinois Avenue Boat Ramp, Aurora – 3.9 miles We’ll set out on this trip from a lovely riverside forest preserve on the south side of Batavia and paddle between wooded islands all the way down to the short portage at the North Aurora Dam. Then ... Read more
Friends of the Fox River Committee meets to discuss upcoming events and building work. The public is invited. Join our committee to be part of this meeting. Contact below.
Join the Fox River Clean-Up Crew for another season of fun on the river while improving your community, the environment, and the world in general. All ages welcome to attend (adult with children under 15), please contact Jennifer if you will need a kayak/canoe or lifejackets. Pizza available after all events Jennifer Grommes 630-715-6001 https://www.facebook.com/groups/1658969984323327
This is our annual canoe trip for members of Friends of the Fox River and the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County. We'll paddle the most scenic and popular section of the Lower Fox River. This is the classic Lower Fox trip from Sheridan to Wedron. Sheer limestone cliffs rise nearly 100 feet above the banks ... Read more
Find The Fox Canoe Trip #8 Glenwood Park, Batavia to Illinois Avenue Boat Ramp, Aurora – 3.9 miles We’ll set out on this trip from a lovely riverside forest preserve on the south side of Batavia and paddle between wooded islands all the way down to the short portage at the North Aurora Dam. Then ... Read more
This annual event, founded by Mavis Bates, focuses on the environment and features local and organic foods, recycling presentations, music, animals and more.
Weather permitting, we'll be painting our screen porch doors and weeding our garden beds. Dress for the weather: wear a hat, long sleeves, sturdy closed-toe shoes, sunscreen. We'll have gloves and trowels, bring your favorite rake, shovel, loppers. Snacks provided