ONE EARTH FILM FESTIVAL in Aurora
Waubonsee Community College Downtown Aurora campus 8 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesThe midwest’s premier environmental film festival, creating opportunities for understanding climate change, sustainability and the power of human involvement. They showcase top-issue, thought-provoking environmental films and lead audiences in interactive post-film discussions focused on solutions. We'll be showing the documentary Rancher, Farmer, Fisherman tells the inspiring story of heartland conservation heroes who are feeding the world while ... Read more
Green Drinks McHenry County at Crystal Lake Brewing
Crystal Lake Brewing 150 N. Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesDue to renovations at Duke's Alehouse & Kitchen, February Green Drinks will be held at Crystal Lake Brewing, just around the corner at 150 N. Main Street, Crystal Lake. Compost Recycling Panel Including Midwest Compost's Andy Klink and Prairieland Disposal “What happens to your yard waste after it gets picked up by your waste disposal service? It ... Read more
McHenry County Conservation Congress 2018
McHenry County College Luecht Conference Center 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesMcHenry County Conservation District presents Conservation Congress 2018 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Don’t miss your chance to stand up for conservation and be part of the movement. Members of the general public are invited to register and attend. Hear first-hand the congressional conversations and discussions on the important environmental issues facing McHenry County and ... Read more
Schweitzer Second Sunday: The Legend of “The Fox”
IL, United States"The Fox" also known as James F. Phillips, is better known around the world than he is in the Fox Valley where his covert, one-man campaign to stop pollution from entering the Fox River made him famous as an "eco-activist". When "The Fox" plugged his first pipe that was polluting the Fox River, the sign ... 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.
FREP Noon Network
Kane County Forest Preserve Headquarters 1996 S Kirk Rd, Geneva, United StatesFox River Ecosystem Partnership presents Dealing with New Invaders and other Weeds - Roundtable Discussion Panel and roundtable discussion focuses on control of new and problem invasive plant species, including chervil, oriental bittersweet, flowering rush, callery pear, fig buttercup, spotted knapweed, and others. This meeting is hosted by Forest Preserve District of Kane County. Our ... Read more
ONE EARTH FILM FESTIVAL
Waubonsee Community College Downtown Aurora campus 8 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesOne Earth Film Festival is the Midwest’s premier environmental film festival, creating opportunities for understanding climate change, sustainability and the power of human involvement. They showcase top-issue, thought-provoking environmental films and lead audiences in interactive post-film discussions focused on solutions. One Earth Film Festival is a production of Green Community Connections. The event is free, but ... Read more
Crystal Lake Green Drinks
Duke's Ale House 110 n. Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesGary Swick, President of the Friends of the Fox River, will share, from his many years on the Fox, what paddlers will find when they get on the river. Gary Mechanic, Executive Director of Friends of the Fox River, will discuss how to access the Fox River and how to go about planning your trip. ... Read more
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.
St. Patrick’s Day Dublindundee Fireworks
Rosie O'Hare's 10 north River Street, East Dundee, IL, United StatesJoin us on the footbridge connecting the Dundees! With our small town atmosphere, spread out your blanket by the Fox River and enjoy the view. The sky and river will be sparkle and twinkle for the most power packed awesomeness you have ever seen. Fireworks kick off with the fabulous Dundee Scottish Bagpipes on either end ... Read more
Fox River Summit
6th Annual Fox River Summit Friday, March 23, 2018 Veterans Terrace at Echo Park, Burlington, WI 7:30 AM Registration/Coffee-Bagels 8:30 AM Summit Begins -- Welcome/Introductions 4:30 PM -- Adjourn Registration now open. $36.50 for individuals. 2018 Summit Presentations/Speakers: The Economic Impact of the Huron River Elizabeth Riggs, Deputy Director, Huron River Watershed Council Urban ... Read more
Schweitzer Committee Meeting
IL, United StatesCommittee meets to review upcoming events and activities.
Friends of the Fox River Board Meeting
IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River meet monthly to hear board, staff, and committee reports, review upcoming events and their strategic plan. The public is invited.
Crystal Lake Green Drinks
Duke's Ale House 110 n. Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesGuest speaker: SCOTT KUYKENDALL McHenry County Water Resource Specialist, McHenry County Department of Planning & Development Water is necessary for all life, health and economic well-being. Thanks to our unique geologic history, residents of McHenry County are able to enjoy access to safe, clean and affordable water resources. However, this is only true if we continue ... Read more
Schweitzer Restoration Workday
Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve 16N690 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesJoin us and Township Open Space volunteers; we'll be removing and burning invasive plants. Dress for the weather. Turn into the Forest Preserve gate on the west side of Sleepy Hollow Road and follow road to the big brick house. Walk to the woods west of the house ( and down the grass hill) to ... Read more
Schweitzer Second Sunday: Conserve Water – Plant a Native Garden
IL, United StatesWant to save on your water bill, see more birds and butterflies? Seasoned gardeners/naturalists share tips on starting and maintaining a native garden. The panel will recommend species to plant and how they're different from non-natives. You'll be able to ask questions and get specific advice on your own garden concerns.
FREP Noon Network
Urban Coyotes in the Chicago Region Stanley D. Gehrt, Professor of Wildlife Ecology, Extension Wildlife Specialist, School of Environment and Natural Resources, The Ohio State University Dr. Stanley D. Gehrt is the Principal Investigator of the Cook County Coyote Project, having initiated the study in 2000. As Chair of the Center for Wildlife Research at the ... Read more