Community Events
Introduction to Fly Casting
IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River welcomes L. L. Bean Outdoor Discovery School leader, Bev DeJovine to their Schweitzer Environmental Center on Saturday, July 7, 2018 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. for an introduction to fly casting. Friends of the Fox River board member Pat Okonek, an avid Fox River fly fisherman himself, will lead the ... Read more
FREP’s 22nd Annual Summer Social
Fabayan Forest Preserve 1925 S. Batavia Avenue, Geneva, IL, United StatesJoin FREP for a cookout celebration, some summer socializing and toss in a little tour of a watershed restoration project at the Shelter east of Route 25. AND it’s Nancy Williamson’s retirement from the IDNR Celebration! Bring an appetizer, salad, side dish or dessert to share. We'll provide the grilled meat & beverages, and papergoods/utensils. ... Read more
Join the Watershed Watchdog Team
Towne Park 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin, IL, United StatesLearn how to monitor the health of our streams 2 Convenient Local Sessions There are opportunities for stream site stewardship as data collectors, and as educators through an established formal education program that brings students to their local streams throughout the watershed. Interested individuals should have a background in, or at a mimimum, an ... Read more
Join the Watershed Watchdog Team
Towne Park 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin, IL, United StatesLearn how to monitor the health of our streams 2 Convenient Local Sessions 9:30 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. There are opportunities for stream site stewardship as data collectors, and as educators through an established formal education program that brings students to their local streams throughout the watershed. Interested individuals should have a background in, ... Read more
Green Drinks McHenry County
Duke's Ale House 110 n. Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United States"Stump The Recycler" Special guests: Kristy Hecke, Solid Waste Manager for McHenry County Kim Hankins, Director of Sustainability, McHenry County College and representatives from waste haul & recycling companies. On the first Wednesday of each month, environmentally-minded people gather to network and talk about sustainable programs and “greening” the future. Everyone is welcome to attend
FREP Downstream Noon Network – Carpentersville Field Tour
Carpentersville Public Works 1075 Tamarac Drive, Carpentersville, IL, United StatesMeet at Public Works and drive to the site. We will tour 4 sites along the shores of the Fox River in downtown Carpentersville where the Village has undertaken projects to reclaim, stabilize, and beautify the riverbank. Working with various partners including Otto Engineering as the landowner, these project provided new river access points, and ... Read more
Dive into Reading – Night at Gail Borden Library
Gail Borden Library 270 N. Grove Ave, Elgin, IL, United StatesJoin Friends of the Fox River and dozens of other local organizations as we help celebrate kids who have finished the summer reading challenge at Elgin libraries. Finishers are invited to this special after-hours celebration featuring dancing, magic, and more! Children receive their ticket, and other special prizes, when they present their completed Summer Reading ... Read more
Green Drinks McHenry County – Illinois Future Energy Jobs
Duke's Alehouse & Kitchen 110 N Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesSarah Wochos, Board of Directors, Illinois Solar Energy Association The Illinois Future Energy Jobs Act is a new opportunity for homeowners/businesses to put solar on their property at a much lower cost. Or, people can participate through a Community Solar Farm as a subscriber. This is one of the many programs available through FEJA. Our speaker ... Read more
FREP Downstream
Algonquin's Ganek Municipal Center 2200 Harnish Dr, algonquin, IL, United StatesThe Fox River Study Group (FRSG) often is asked, "is the Fox River water quality getting better or worse?" To answer that question, FRSG hired Illinois State Water Survey (ISWS) scientists to plunge into available Fox River data. In 2002, ISWS created a database of water quality data collected in the Fox River watershed and ... Read more
Dundee Heritage Fest
West Dundee 125 Washington St, West Dundee, IL, United StatesFun-filled event includes live music and entertainment, beer garden, food and beverage vendors, Art in the Heartland Crafters, Antique and Classic Car Show, Children's Games and Art Activities, Chili Cook‑off, Fireworks and more. Look for the Friends of the Fox River tent on Saturday and Sunday where we'll be answering the question "Is the Fox ... Read more
Algonquin “It’s Our River” Day
Cornish Park, AlgonquinThe Village of Algonquin along with the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County are sponsoring the 11th annual “It’s Our River Day” celebration and clean-up. The event will be held on September 15 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Cornish Park in Algonquin. Come celebrate the beautiful Fox River and learn more about local environmental, ... Read more
Geneva River Cleanup
Island park 2 IL Route 25, Geneva, IL, United StatesHosted by the Natural Resources Committee, this annual cleanup involves both the shoreline and on the river efforts. Friends of the Fox River encourages you to participate in this event.
Green Drinks McHenry County – Green Burials, what are the choices?
Duke's Ale House 110 n. Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesCaroline Vuyadinov, Executive Director of the Midwest Green Burial Society and writer of the weekly blog, Beyond the Pall. Caroline worked in both the conventional and alternative death care industry for the last seven years. She has appeared on WGN TV and The Survivalist Podcast speaking on the importance of ecological and self-empowered burial choices. Recently ... Read more
FREP Downstream – CANCELLED EVENT – Little Rock Creek Preserve – Maramech Addition field tour
Kendall County Historic District Courthouse 110 W. Madison Street Yorkville, IL 60560, Yorkville, IL, United StatesCANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER PREDICTION This will be a caravan with hosts Dave Guritz and Dan Lobbes. This acquisition was made possible by a partnership between The Conservation Foundation and the Kendall County Forest Preserve District, with funding from several sources. The Little Rock Creek acquisition is located near the Little Rock Creek confluence ... Read more
Representative Anna Moeller/Friends of the Fox River Cleanup/ComEd
Gail Borden Library 270 N. Grove Ave, Elgin, IL, United StatesMeet at Gail Borden Library - north end of parking lot. Look for the Friends of the Fox River banner. Dress for the weather. We'll have gloves - bags - grabbers. REGISTER HERE
McHenry County College – Green Living Expo
McHenry County College Luecht Conference Center 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesJoin Friends of the Fox River as we learn about the latest in sustainable living, get ideas for energy saving, shop for green gifts, and take in fun, educational exhibits. Stop by our table and say hello to president Gary Swick and board members Art Malm and Cheryl Crates.
Green Cars – Green Drinks McHenry County
Duke's Ale House 110 n. Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesJeff Miller and Simon Gibson, Fox Valley Electric Auto Association Do you know the difference between a Chevy Volt and a Chevy Bolt? Do you have a teen age driver that needs around town transportation? Do the letters PHEV not yet hold a special place in your heart? We will provide an overview of available ... Read more
Women in Conservation
Two Brothers Roundhouse 205 North Broadway, Aurora, IL, United StatesValerie Blaine and Pam Otto present a program about outstanding women naturalists from the 18th century to 2018 at the Conservation Foundation Fall Membership and Awards Dinner. Register online at www.theconservationfoundation.org
Friends of Hackmatack Annual Meeting & Speaker Jerry Adelman
Memorial Hall, Richmond, IL 10308 Main St., Richmond, IL, United States6:30 Networking 7:00 - Does Hackmatack Really Matter? Featured speaker: Jerry Adelman of Openlands answers the question.
Trash Talk with Recycling Guru Robin Migalla
Gail Borden Library 270 N. Grove Ave, Elgin, IL, United StatesLearn how trash can be recycled! Watch a short documentary "Racing to Zero in Pursuit of Zero Waste." Stay for an interactive, solution-focused discussion with Robin.