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
Find The Fox Canoe Trip #5
Jon Duerr Woods Forest Preserve 35W003 State Rte 31, Sotuh Elgin, United StatesFind The Fox Canoe Trip #5 Jon Duerr Woods to Ferson Creek Park – 4.45 miles We’ll begin our trip at the Jon Duerr Woods Canoe Launch at a geologically interesting place on the river. We’ll paddle past the “Five Islands”, around the largest and sharpest big bend in the river. Then it’s an easy ... Read more
Dogs Rule at Schweitzer – Bring Your Pup!
IL, United StatesSchweitzer Environmental Center is going to the dogs. It’s the only time of the year the house is open for dogs and their owners, in honor of Emily Schweitzer’s love for canines. Friends of the Fox River is sponsoring this event featuring Animal House Shelter, a no-kill shelter in Huntley, who will bring dogs needing ... Read more
Friends of the Fox River Board Meeting
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesBoard 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.
Find The Fox Canoe Trip #6
Jon Duerr Woods Forest Preserve 35W003 State Rte 31, Sotuh Elgin, United StatesFind The Fox Canoe Trip #6 Jon Duerr Woods to Ferson Creek Park – 4.45 miles We’ll begin our trip at the Jon Duerr Woods Canoe Launch at a geologically interesting place on the river. We’ll paddle past the “Five Islands”, around the largest and sharpest big bend in the river. Then it’s an easy ... 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
Become a Community Educator – Learn To Use the EnviroScape, Session 2
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
Find the Fox Canoe Trip #7
Glenwood Park, BataviaFind The Fox Canoe Trip #7 Glenwood Park, Batavia to Illinois Avenue Boat Ramp, Aurora – 3.9 miles We’ll set out on this trip from a lovely riverside forest preserve on the south side of Batavia and paddle between wooded islands all the way down to the short portage at the North Aurora Dam. Then ... Read more
Schweitzer Committee Meeting
IL, United StatesFriends 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.
Friends of the Fox River Board Meeting
IL, United StatesBoard members convene to discuss upcoming events and current campaigns, our strategic plan, educational programs, etc. The public is welcome.
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
Lower Fox Members Only Canoe Trip
lower Fox River ILThis is our annual canoe trip for members of Friends of the Fox River and the Environmental Defenders of McHenry County. We'll paddle the most scenic and popular section of the Lower Fox River. This is the classic Lower Fox trip from Sheridan to Wedron. Sheer limestone cliffs rise nearly 100 feet above the banks ... Read more
Find The Fox Canoe Trip #8
Glenwood ParkFind The Fox Canoe Trip #8 Glenwood Park, Batavia to Illinois Avenue Boat Ramp, Aurora – 3.9 miles We’ll set out on this trip from a lovely riverside forest preserve on the south side of Batavia and paddle between wooded islands all the way down to the short portage at the North Aurora Dam. Then ... Read more
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
Friends of the Fox River Schweitzer Committee Meeting
IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River's Schweitzer Committee meets to discuss upcoming events and building work. The public is invited. Join our committee to be part of this meeting. Contact 815-356-6605
Friends of the Fox River Board Meeting
IL, United StatesBoard members convene to discuss upcoming events and current campaigns, our strategic plan, educational programs, etc. The public is welcome.
Find the Fox Canoe Trip #9
Montgomery Park 301 n. river st., montgomery, IL, United StatesFind The Fox Canoe Trip #9 N. River Street Park, Montgomery to Saw Wee Kee Park, Oswego – 5.8 miles This trip begins at a riverside park in Montgomery and continues through the town’s wooded river corridor. We’ll pass the confluence of Waubonsee Creek in Oswego, paddle through the wooded islands downstream of the town ... Read more
