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
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.
Dairies to Prairies – The Land has A Story to Tell
IL, United StatesPlease RSVP below. Space is limited. Thank you! The Dairies to Prairies project is a documentary (and traveling exhibit project which will not be available at Schweitzer) from the Elgin History Museum and Grindstone Productions. It premiered at the Gail Borden Library on Sunday, June 24, 2018. The Museum started this project to tell an ... Read more
Dams, Clams, and the Fox River
Creek Bend Nature Center LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve 37W700 Dean St., St. Charles, IL, United StatesPlease register at programs@kaneforest.com or call 630-444-3190 $20 per person Does our society have a moral obligation to return the Fox River to the health the first European settlers found when they arrived in the Fox River Valley? Professional Engineer and Friends of the Fox River Director, Art Malm provides a brief history of the Fox ... Read more
Elgin to Host Pumpkin Composting Event
Southwest Corner of Kimball & Grove Approximate address: 260 N. Grove Avenue, elgin, IL, United StatesThe City of Elgin will offer residents an opportunity to compost their pumpkins with a collection event on Saturday, November 2, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the parking lot located at the southwest corner of Grove Avenue and Kimball Street in Elgin. Elgin is among many communities participating in the free, one-day annual collection event. This ... 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.
FOFR Board Meeting via Zoom
IL, United StatesPlease call to attend this meeting 815-365-6605
Willow Lake Craft & Vendor Fair
IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River welcomes Willow Lake Estates creatives to Schweitzer Environmental Center for a lively day of displaying the talents of a variety of crafters, from their Garden Club showcasing "Lucky Bamboo" planters, jewelry featuring Swarovski crystals, pedestal plants, homemade cookies and candles, lighted birdhouses, herbal salves, to knitted items, and Santa's sleighs. ... Read more
Learn how to help wildlife in need
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesPlease register for this event! Space is limited. K.A.R.E (Kane Area Rehabilitation and Education) describes their role in helping wildlife and presents a great horned owl, barred owl, and red tail hawk and tells their stories.
Friends of the Fox River Annual Members Meeting
IL, United StatesCurrent Friends of the Fox River members, and the public, are invited to attend our annual Members Meeting. Normally members elect or re-elect Directors to the Board, but no Directors are up for re-election this year. We will present a short review of our work and progress this year. President Gary Swick will present Friends ... Read more
