Schweitzer Committee Meeting via Zoom
IL, United StatesContact 815-356-6605 to join this meeting. 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.
Friends of the Fox River Board Meeting via Zoom
IL, United StatesPlease call to be included in this meeting: 815-356-6605 Board members convene to discuss upcoming events and current campaigns, our strategic plan, educational programs, etc. The public is welcome.
Tyler Creek Watershed Coalition – All About Wetlands
Presenters & Program Permits and Mitigation - Mike Machalek, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Stormwater Infrastructure and Detention - Rob Linke, Kane County Division of Environmental & Water Resources Basics of Wetland Soils, Kane County Fens and ADID Wetlands - Mark Bramstedt, Kane DuPage SWCD You must register for this event, PLEASE EMAIL: patrick.mcpartlan@kanedupageswcd.org
Wild Ones of Northern Kane County presents Doug Tallamy via Zoom
Dr. Tallamy is well-known among people and organizations that work to provide a place for birds, bees and butterflies -- and us -- to thrive. Through his research and teaching, he has uncovered critical relationships among plants and creatures; through his writing and speaking, he has brought those important new understandings to other scientists and ... Read more
Fox River Study Group – Freeing the Fox – via zoom
Annual meeting and program Presenter: Art Malm, Board Director, Friends of the Fox River updates the group on dam removal efforts, To participate, please email: info@foxriverstudygroup.org
Friends of the Fox River Annual Meeting
IL, United StatesMembers are welcome. The purpose of this meeting is the election of directors. A slate of directors will be presented by the nominating committee (staff) and voted on by the members present. After the annual meeting, the regular board meeting will convene. The public is welcome to this meeting. Board members meet to discuss upcoming ... Read more
Evergreen Arrangements Drive-thru Sale at Schweitzer
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesTalented volunteers have designed evergreen arrangements again this year. If you'd like a distinctive seasonal piece for your holiday table or porch, simply shop from your car at the circle drive at Schweitzer and pick your favorite. They're all sizes and reasonably priced. Add a Friends of the Fox River Calendar to your purchase for ... Read more
The City of Aurora and Fox Metro WRD’s Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Public Information Meeting
Each entities' NPDES permit requires an annual meeting and it will be offered virtually this year. The meeting will be and viewable via remote access online at: www.aurora-IL.org or www.facebook.org/cityofauroraIL
Fox River Summit
Registration info is coming soon: https://www.southeastfoxriver.org/copy-of-2020-fox-river-summit Keynote Speaker: John Rogner - Assistant Director, Illinois Department of Natural Resources IDNR - A State Partner Perspective Numerous speakers all day, including Friends of the Fox River Executive Director, Gary Mechanic, regarding It's Our Fox River Day 2021 on September 18th.
Friends of the Fox River Executive Committee Meeting
The chairperson of the Executive Committee is Gary Swick, president of Friends of the Fox River. The committee prepares the board meeting agenda and discusses upcoming issues, including the lease renewal. Other committee topics include: A. Plan for Strategic Plan Development B. Supervise staff C. Guide the Board development process D. Review Bylaws & amp; ... Read more
Elgin Public Museum – Earth Month Sundays
Elgin Public Museum of Natural History & Anthropology features local environmentalists for "Earth Month Sundays" throughout April. Friends of the Fox River will be on hand at the museum between noon and 4 p.m.on Sunday, April 18th, to talk about their efforts to protect our beloved river and riverfront and demonstrate the Enviroscape. It's an ... Read more
Schweitzer Environmental Center Restoration
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. Loppers are welcome. Directions:The entrance to Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve is on the west side of Sleepy Hollow Rd. about a mile north of Rt. 72 in West ... Read more
Get to Know the Fox River – Geneva Public Library
Please register for this in-person interative presentation by Gary Swick https://geneva.libnet.info/event/5095327
Friends of the Fox River Board Meeting
Board members convene to discuss upcoming events and current campaigns, our strategic plan, educational programs, etc. Please contact us to be part of this meeting. The public is invited. Call 815-356-6605 or email info@friendsofthefoxriver.org Please stay safe and well.
Membership Committee Meeting
The Membership Committee of Friends of the Fox River is headed up by Doug Williamson.We discuss our current membership and business partners and their engagement. This is a casual, informal meeting and the public is invited to attend. Please call for more infoand the zoom link 815-356-6605
Friends of the Fox River Finance Committee Meeting
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesHeaded by Board Member Dr. Cheryl Crates, the finance committee meets to increase financial collaboration and transparency, improve internal financial controls, review budget and board projections, and plan the next year's budget.
Schweitzer Committee Meeting
Friends of the Fox River's Schweitzer Committee meets to discuss upcoming events, garden and building work. The public is invited. Join our committee; contact 815-356-6605 to be part of this meeting.
Communications Committee Meeting
IL, United StatesPlease call to attend this meeting and get the zoom link 815-356-6605. The Communications Committee of Friends of the Fox River is a vehicle and resource for the board and other committees to utilize. Our goal is to communicate their messages which includes (but is not limited to) a blog, event, news release, on or ... Read more
Membership Committee Meeting
IL, United StatesThe Membership Committee of Friends of the Fox River meets discuss our current membership and business partners and their engagement. This is a casual, informal meeting and the public is invited to attend. Please call for more info 815-356-6605
Fox River Helpers Cleanup
Dedicated Facebook group organized this cleanup. Follow their link to join the group or show up at the site, the Gunnar-Anderson Forest Preserve (behind the Kane County Government Center). https://kaneforest.com/location/gunnar-anderson .
