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Schweitzer Restoration Workday

Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

Meet at the center. Dress for the weather, wear long sleeves, long pants, a hat, sunscreen, closed-toe waterproof shoes. Invasive plants will be cut and burned. You'll assist by dragging brush to the fire. Bring loppers to cut smaller branches.

Schweitzer Restoration Workday

Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

Meet at the center. Dress for the weather, wear long sleeves, long pants, a hat, sunscreen, closed-toe waterproof shoes. Invasive plants will be cut and burned. You'll assist by dragging brush to the fire. Bring loppers to cut smaller branches.

Schweitzer Committee Meeting

IL, United States

Friends of the Fox River Committee meets to discuss upcoming events and building work. The public is invited.

Schweitzer Environmental Center – Open House & Garden Workday

Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

TOO TOO WET TODAY - SORRY THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED! Join the Schweitzer Committee and volunteers as we weed and mulch our landscaped beds. If you've never been to the center before, please stop by for refreshments and a tour of the former home of Emily Schweitzer, now leased by Friends of the Fox River ... Read more

Introduction to Fly Casting

IL, United States

Friends 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

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Schweitzer Committee Meeting

IL, United States

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.

Dogs Rule at Schweitzer Environmental Center

IL, United States

Bring your favorite canine to the Schweitzer Open House as we welcome dogs into this special home in a once a year event sponsored by the Friends of the Fox River. Our namesake, Emily Schweitzer, a distant relative of Albert Schweitzer, raised Irish Setters in the kennel behind the house. She loved her dogs dearly, ... Read more

Discover the Wonders of Jelke Creek

IL, United States

Learn about the wildlife in nearby streams 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 9th at the Schweitzer Environmental Center (SEC) when experts from the Jelke Creek Fox River Watershed Coalition present an exciting program that explores the creek (literally, wear boots!) and provides information about the organization’s goals. Meet at SEC at 12:30 p.m. ... Read more

Nature Arts and Crafts

Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

Join us as local artisans and crafters present their natural or nature-themed treasures. A holiday atmosphere abounds with cookies and evergreen arrangements on sale to benefit the center. Friends of the Fox River 2019 calendars will be available for purchase. New vendors are always welcome: contact Friends of the Fox River for information.

Schweitzer Committee Meeting

Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

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.

Schweitzer Woods Restoration

Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve 16N690 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

Volunteers gather under the direction of steward June Keibler to remove invasive species. Dress in layers for the weather, wear sturdy waterproof boots, heavy gloves, a hat. Removal tools will be provided, but loppers are welcome. Directions: Turn into the entrance gate for Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve and follow the drive to the red brick ... Read more

Schweitzer Woods Restoration

Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve 16N690 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

Volunteers gather under the direction of steward June Keibler to remove invasive species. Dress in layers for the weather, wear sturdy waterproof boots, heavy gloves, a hat. Removal tools will be provided, but loppers are welcome. Directions: Turn into the entrance gate for Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve and follow the drive to the red brick ... Read more

Schweitzer Environmental Center Committee Meeting

Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

Friends of the Fox River Schweitzer committee members convene to discuss upcoming programs and plans for the house The public is welcome. Join us. Contact us for directions and further information 815-356-6605.

Schweitzer Woods Restoration

Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve 16N690 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

Volunteers gather under the direction of steward June Keibler to remove invasive species. Dress in layers for the weather, wear sturdy waterproof boots, heavy gloves, a hat. Removal tools will be provided, but loppers are welcome. Directions: Turn into the entrance gate for Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve and follow the drive to the red brick ... Read more

Answering the Myths About Solar – Schweitzer Environmental Center Program

Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

Have you seen the houses in your neighborhood adding solar panels and wondered if your home is a good candidate? Do you have questions about the tax incentives, state credits, purchase options, warranties, how to store energy, and maintenance costs? You'll get all the answers here! Jennifer Grommes will begin by addressing common myths about ... Read more

Free

Schweitzer Environmental Center Committee Meeting

IL, United States

Friends of the Fox River Schweitzer committee members convene to discuss upcoming programs and plans for the house The public is welcome. Join us. Contact us for directions and further information 815-356-6605.

Schweitzer Environmental Center Committee Meeting

Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

Friends of the Fox River Schweitzer committee members convene to discuss upcoming programs and plans for the house The public is welcome. Join us. Contact us for directions and further information 815-356-6605.

Local Insects – Important to our Gardens at Schweitzer Environmental Center

Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

Local 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

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Friends of the Fox River Board Meeting

Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United States

Board members convene to discuss upcoming events and current campaigns, our strategic plan, programs, etc. The public is welcome. Join us. Contact us for directions and further information 815-356-6605.