Saturday Outdoor Adventures: Time Traveling at Trout Park
Join Friends of the Fox River for Time Traveling at Trout Park. Our Fox River Valley looked a lot different from 500 million years ago up until today. We will explore fossils, ephemeral plants, and natural springs in this rare and fragile ecosystem! Meet in the Trout Park River's Edge parking area . To register, ... Read more
Patagonia Fulton Market Tabling
Gary Swick joins our Friends at Patagonia and other environmental organizations to share some river love, info, and Fox River lore.
Green Living Fair, College of Lake County
College of Lake County 19351 West Washington Street Grayslake, IL 60030-1198 (847) 543-2000 19351 West Washington Street, Grayslake, Illinois, United StatesJoin Friends of the Fox River at this free and fun opportunity for community members to learn about how to live a greener life and interact with people at green organizations making a difference. Nearly 50 green organizations will exhibit at the event, including environmental clubs from area high schools. There will also be ten vendors selling ... Read more
Schweitzer Campus Tour
Schweitzer Environmental Center, 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL 60118 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd., Wes Dundee, Illinois, United StatesWeather permitting, join Friends of the Fox River president Gary Swick and steward Don Purn for a tour of the gardens, woods, and hiking trails at Schweitzer Environmental Center. Meet at the center. Dress for the weather and wear shoes for a hike.
Elgin History Museum features “River Trippin’ with Jenni”
Ever wanted to paddle the full length of the Fox River? Jenni Schiavone, the Friends of the Fox River Director of Education Programs Operations, did and she is going to tell you about it.
Community Screening of Watershed Warriors
The Ashbury, 1 Douglas Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 1 Douglas Ave, Elgin, Illinois, United StatesThe documentary film Watershed Warriors featuring Friends of the Fox River will be released on April 20. As a Friend of the Fox River, you are invited to a premier community screening for this locally-created film at The Ashbury in Elgin. For a $40 donation you'll enjoy small bites and a complimentary drink. The evening ... Read more
Earth Day Immanuel Lutheran River Cleanup
Immanuel Lutheran Church 310 East Main St. East Dundee, IL 60118 310 East Main St, East Dundee, Illinois, United StatesOur Friends at Immanuel Church and School will be conducting a river cleanup from the Dundee pedestrian bridge to the Carpentersville Dam. We are meeting on the east side of the Dundee pedestrian bridge at 9 am. It will be a beautiful yet brisk morning, so dress for the weather. Garbage bags, buckets, and picker ... Read more
McHenry County Earth Day Celebration
Prairieview Education Center 2212 Behan Road, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 2212 Behan Road, Crystal Lake, Illinois, United StatesJoin Friends of the Fox River as we lead a fun, important activity to educate the public on how they can live more sustainably. This is a minimal waste event that is free to all ages; no registration is required. Exhibitors, habitat restoration project, guided hikes, activities, and crafts ongoing throughout the day. New! Rotary ... Read more
Plank Road Tap’s Disc Golf Fundraiser for Friends of the Fox River
Plank Road Tap Room 39W149 Plank Road Elgin, Illinois 60124 39W149 Plank Roa, Elgin, Illinois, United StatesCome have some fun and support Friends of the Fox River at this friendly Elgin destination spot for craft beers and much more.
Aurora Greenfest
PRISCO COMMUNITY CENTER 150 West Illinois Ave, Aurora, Illinois, United StatesFriends of the Fox River joins other organizations in providing common sense solutions for Aurora & Fox River Valley! Join us at our table outside for some Fox River fun and info.
Elgin Valley Fox Trot 2023
The 46th annual races commence on Sunday. Race directors for the 10-mile and 5k races are: Tim Williams and Ed Bates. Feel free to address either one or both at elginfoxtrot@gmail.com Register at https://elginfoxtrot.org/registration Start/Finish Area Just north of the Elgin Gail Borden Library at Grove and Kimball Street. The race route heads through Elgin’s north end neighborhoods ... Read more
Love Our River Day Guided Canoe Trip
Join Friends of the Fox River president Gary Swick for a guided trip from the McHenry Dam State Park. Love Our River Day is supported by the Friends of Moraine Hills State Park. Launch from the McHenry Dam for a 6 mile, 3 hour paddle. A shuttle back to the McHenry Dam will be arranged. Canoes ... Read more
Recycling News – From Clair Ryan
Are you recycling right? Friends of the Fox River presents Clair Ryan, Kane County Recycling Coordinator - you'll hear all the latest info and news about what's recyclable. If you're confused about specific items, bring a list or bring the item! Clair began as the Recycling Program Coordinator for Kane County’s Department of Water and ... Read more
Dog Days at Schweitzer Environmental Center
Schweitzer Environmental Center 16N690 Sleepy Hollow Rd, Dundee Township, Illinois, United StatesEmily Schweitzer (the former owner of SEC) was a dog lover and owner/trainer of Irish Setters who were multi-national champions. The Schweitzer Woods dog park and surrounding 160 acres were part of her gift to Kane County Forest Preserve District. It is by far one of the best dog park facilities anywhere around and it’s ... Read more
Make the Move to a Cleaner Energy Source!
Schweitzer Environmental Center 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Road, West Dundee, IllinoisFriends of the Fox River welcomes Marina Minic, Solar Programs Coordinator of the Citizens Utility Board, to the Schweitzer Environmental Center on Sunday, September 10. Marina works to educate communities about solar, advocate for and implement clean energy policy, and engage in one-on-one consumer assistance. Learn why and how it makes "cents" to go solar. ... Read more
ACID RAINBOW: FRIENDS OF THE FOX RIVER RELEASE PARTY & FUNDRAISER
Join us as we introduce our film Watershed Warriors presented by RIVERS are LIFE to a new crowd, then join the fun and games and sample extraordinary beer, including one brewed especially for Friends of the Fox River! Don't miss this - clean water means great beer! - No Cover- Special Tapping of our brand ... Read more
Elgin Short Film Festival
Hemmens Cultural Center 45 Symphony Way, Elgin, Illinois, United StatesCome support and vote for our very own "Watershed Warriors" at this weekend's festival at Hemmens Cultural Center, 45 Symphony Way, Elgin, IL 60120. Help us become the People's Choice! Both virtual and in-person tickets are available. Red Carpet Reception at 6 p.m.
FUNdraiser at Sturdy Shelter Brewing
Join us for a fun-filled evening and try Painted Turtle, a well-balanced and easy drinking pale ale named after our state turtle.During the final two weeks of Sept, they will be donating a $1 from each pint sold to Friends of the Fox River! Without clean water, there is no clean beer. Located in beautiful ... Read more