Schweitzer Environmental Center
Movie Night – This Changes Everything
IL, United States"This Changes Everything" based on the acclaimed book by Naomi Klein. The climate crisis vs capitalism. https://youtu.be/QH5YSob6G70 Friends of the Fox River members are always admitted FREE. If you're not a member join now
Birds in the Hood
IL, United StatesEnvironmentalist Dave Poweleit introduces you to your local feathered friends, their homes and habits. Weather permitting, he'll show you how to find them on a trail at Schweitzer. Dave's conducted the Dundee Great Backyard Bird Count in Dundee for the past two years.
SIT. STAY. LOVE. Schweitzer goes to the dogs! Open House.
Our annual dog days event at the environmental center honors our dog park neighbors and benefits Ellie's Resale and Rescue on Route 31 in Carpentersville.They'll be bringing pups for adoption. The center will be open for tours and children's nature crafts. Purveyors of quality animal products are invited to display their wares for only $20, ... Read more
News About Recycling – Schweitzer Environmental Center
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesKatie Meyer Presents: What do you do with old electronics? Where can you recycle styrofoam? How can you help your neighbors get into recycling without being a pest? You want to stop adding to the garbage in landfills and the dump - is it possible? Katie Meyer presents some solutions. Suggested $5 donation at the door.
Schweitzer Environmental Center – State of the River 2017
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesGary Swick, President of Friends of the Fox River, updates attendees on the current state of the river and reviews what the organization and other organizations are doing to educate about and protect it. He'll focus on the natural history, cultural history, human influence, protection history, current projects and positive steps being taken.
Schweitzer Environmental Center – Going Electric on the Road
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesLearn from local educator and activist Paige Fitton about her experience with two EVs (electric vehicles) in the family and more about her extensive unbiased research on these and hybrids! Donation to Schweitzer is suggested and appreciated (for education, utilities, maintenance and supplies).
Schweitzer Outdoor Workday
IL, United StatesWeather permitting, we'll meet at Schweitzer to work on the terraced landscaping behind the house. We'll remove weeds and invasive plants. Dress for the weather; wear a cap, sunscreen, insect repellant, etc. Bring your favorite tools: shovels, rakes, etc., we'll have gloves and trowels. Thanks so much for your time and effort,
Schweitzer Second Sunday – Dundee’s Open Space Tour & Happy Grandparents’ Day
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesLearn about the 9 Dundee Township Open Space sites available for you to hike and explore. Create a nature craft with your grandparent! After the program, tour Snuffy's Prairie at Ranch Road off Huntley Road in West Dundee.
NEW! Environmental Art Camp at Schweitzer Environmental Center
IL, United StatesFor ages 9-12. Kids draw and paint trees, animals, and nature scenes with instructors Joan Arms & Susan Sieber. Explore the environment through art! Fun projects include tree ring drawing, mini plushie sewing, build-a-bug, and create-a-creature. Use watercolors, colored pencil, paper cutouts & more. Full days $60/each; half days $35/each; new projects daily. Register online ... Read more
Environmental Art Camp – Kids have fun when school’s out!
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesKids from ages 9 to 12 explore the environment through art while their folks are at work! Fun projects include tree ring drawing, mini plushie sewing, build-a-bug, and create-a-creature. They use watercolors, colored pencil, paper cutouts & more, and draw and paint trees, animals, and nature scenes with Creative Arts instructors Joan Arms & Susan ... Read more
Schweitzer Environmental Center Committee Meeting
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesThe committee reviews upcoming events and activities. The public is invited.
Board of Directors Meeting
IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River's Board of Directors meet on the first Monday of each month (with some exceptions) to oversee organization operations, committee progress, and conduct new and old business. The public is welcome.
Protect Illinois Land from Pipelines at Schweitzer Environmental Center
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesSandra and Dave Davis from SOIL (Save Our Illinois Land) will speak about the impacts of pipeline infrastructure and the danger from spills. You'll be able to sign up as an intervenor - a very important step to prevent our land from being seized by a private company for a pipeline that will pump tar sands ... Read more
Schweitzer Committee Meeting Cancelled
IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River Schweitzer Committee meets to review upcoming events and plans for the house. The public is invited.
Friends of the Fox River Board Meeting Cancelled
IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River meet monthly to hear officer reports, review upcoming events and the strategic plan. The public is invited.
Schweitzer Restoration Workday
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesMeet 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 StatesMeet 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 StatesFriends 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 StatesTOO 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 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
