Community Events
Crystal Lake Green Drinks – A Citizens’ Journey to a Solar Lifestyle
Duke's Ale House 110 n. Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesJoin the fun as Crystal Lake residents Lyn Campbell and Carl Endstrom share their path to a (mostly) solar-powered lifestyle, and what they have learned about the pros and cons of each component along the way. Green Drinks is sponsored by the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County and Duke's Alehouse & Kitchen. Join EDMC at ... Read more
Local Insects – Important to our Gardens at Schweitzer Environmental Center
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesLocal photographer and retired teacher Don Purn shows a selection of photographs from his files and talks about the importance of our tiny friends, some beautiful, some not so much. Not sure what that bug is that you've seen - Don will probably know and have a picture of it. Space is limited, so reserve ... Read more
Art on the Fox
Algonquin Towne Park 100 Jefferson Street, Algonquin, IL, United StatesThe Village of Algonquin and the Algonquin Public Arts Commission are proud to present the 12th annual "Algonquin's Art on the Fox." This fine art show will be held outdoors in beautiful Towne Park.
Elgin Green Groups – Local Regenerative Farming
Hawthorne Hill Nature Center 28 Brookside Drive, Elgin, IL, United StatesHear Don Wilkin and young friends who are doing regenerative farming locally. Regenerative agriculture is one of the solutions to climate change listed in Drawdown, by Paul Hawken, as the #11 solution to the climate crisis. As we garden 'regeneratively' we drawdown carbon from the air and put it into the soil.And carbon is FERTILIZER! ... Read more
Join in the BeeBlitz
Dixie Briggs Fromm Nature Preserve Eastmore Lane, Algonquin, United StatesThis week is National Pollinator week and Saturday is BeeBlitz! Nature lovers, Apidophiles (bee lovers) and concerned citizens are invited to get outside from 8 - 11 AM, take an accompanied walk through the State Nature Preserve with Kane County Board Member and hobby Entomologist, Chris Kious, snap pictures of honey & bumble bees ... Read more
Fun and Fireworks on the Fourth – From the Top of the Hill at Schweitzer
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River Welcomes You! Join the fun overlooking the Fox River valley at Schweitzer Environmental Center. Spread your blanket or bring a lawn chair and enjoy the show - fireworks will be visible all over the valley starting at sunset! Due to the unsure weather, we've cancelled the fundraiser food portion - ... Read more
FREP’s annual social outing – a guided interpretive canoe trip
Cornish Park, AlgonquinAn experienced canoe guide will lead the trip. Our route is from Cornish Park in Algonquin and float/paddle 3.5 miles down to the Fox River Shores Forest Preserve Boat Ramp near Carpentersville. Cornish Park is located at the north end of La Fox River Drive on the west bank of the river in Algonquin just ... Read more
Find the Fox Canoe Trip #3
Carpentersville Dam N Lincoln Ave,, Carpentersville, IL, United StatesRiver Trip #3 Carpentersville Dam to Voyageur’s Landing, Elgin – 3.85 miles This trip begins just downstream of the Carpentersville Dam. We’ll paddle through the pleasant urban corridor of Carpentersville and East and West Dundee. For the last mile or so of the trip the river broadens out as it begins to pool above the ... Read more
Introduction to Fly Casting
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River welcomes L. L. Bean Outdoor Discovery School leader, Bev DeJovine and Stavros Yfantis, Outdoor Programs and Outreach Coordinator, to their Schweitzer Environmental Center for an introduction to fly casting. PLEASE RSVP BELOW Participants will learn fundamental fly-casting skills, including the basics needed to enjoy a successful fly fishing outing. They’ll ... Read more
Find the Fox Canoe Trip #4
Carpentersville Dam N Lincoln Ave,, Carpentersville, IL, United StatesRiver Trip #4 Carpentersville Dam to Voyageur’s Landing, Elgin – 3.85 miles This trip begins just downstream of the Carpentersville Dam. We’ll paddle through the pleasant urban corridor of Carpentersville and East and West Dundee. For the last mile or so of the trip the river broadens out as it begins to pool above the ... Read more
Fox River Cleanup in Montgomery and Oswego – Volunteers Needed
Violet Patch Park 1425 - IL Route 25, Oswego, Illinois, United StatesThe Prairie State Canoeists (PSC) and Water Trail Keepers plan a clean-up along the banks of the Fox River on Saturday, August 3, 2019. They are seeking volunteers to help clean up the Montgomery and Oswego riverfront. They will collect trash out of the river and off the shorelines. The clean-up will take place along ... Read more
No Clean Water, No Good Beer!
Bandito Barney's Beach Club & Bordello 10 N. River Street, East Dundee, IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River's Annual Craft Beer FUNdraiser at Bandito Barney's Beach Club & Bordello Sample new local craft beers, win some great deals on goods and services from our favorite local businesses at our silent auction, and take a chance at winning an awesome raffle prize! Admission is $45 at the door. Current ... Read more
Water-Quality Monitoring In-Stream Training for Teachers & Citizens
Towne Park 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin, IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River's water quality monitoring efforts play an important role in protecting stream health. Join other teachers and citizens to gain the skills necessary to conduct chemical, physical and biological assessments in local Fox River tributaries. Our training's will help to create a community of schools, teachers, and citizens with the confidence ... Read more
Water-Quality Monitoring In-Stream Training for Citizens and Teachers
Towne Park 100 Jefferson St., Algonquin, IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River's water quality monitoring efforts play an important role in protecting stream health. Join other teachers and citizens to gain the skills necessary to conduct chemical, physical and biological assessments in local Fox River tributaries. Our trainings will help to create a community of schools, teachers, and citizens with the confidence and ... Read more
Nature Photography Program – Hawthorne Hill Nature Center
Hawthorne Hill Nature Center 28 Brookside Drive, Elgin, IL, United StatesLocal nature photographer Bill Bailey teaches ages 15 and up how to take pictures of flora and fauna. Bring your digital camera! Learn about composition, exposure and use of lenses. Stick around after class to shoot photos on the nature center's beautiful 67 acres. Resident fee is $10, non-residents $12 Register online at www.cityofElgin.org Click ... Read more
Become a Community Educator – Learn to Use the EnviroScape, Session 1
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesHere'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
Fox River Clean-up Crew Event – McNamee Park, Dundee to Voyaguer Landing, Elgin
McNamee Park 600 Water Street, Carpentersvill, IL, United StatesJoin 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
Aurora Greenfest
Prisco Community Center, Aurora, IL 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora, IL, United StatesThis annual event, founded by Mavis Bates, focuses on the environment and features local and organic foods, recycling presentations, music, animals and more.
Workday at Schweitzer
IL, United StatesWeather 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
Oaktober Outside
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesUnder direction of steward Katie Meyer, we'll be working in the field to the east of Schweitzer House to eliminate invasive Callery pear trees that are threatening the oaks and prairie. Please dress for working outdoors and bring a water bottle.