Join Friends of the Fox River at this fun, lively family event that gets the entire family outside and moving. We'll bring our critters to help explore pond life. Kids can also participate in other activity stations: climb a tree, build a birdhouse, race their parents, do an obstacle course. 

Please call to be included in this meeting 815-356-6605 and for zoom link. Board members convene to discuss upcoming events and current campaigns, our strategic plan, programs, etc. The public is welcome.

Join Friends of the Fox River and the City of Batavia for this year’s cleanup. Dress for the day's weather forecast, and to protect yourself (long sleeves, pants, and closed toe shoes) from sun, poison ivy, and insects. Have footwear appropriate for wet and muddy conditions.  If practical, please bring gloves, small plastic shopping bags, ... Read more

YOU can help us fundraise simply by volunteering for the Elgin Valley Fox Trot Sunday June 2nd, 7-11 a.m. We need 10+ volunteers for water stations and to guard a few intersections. These are easy tasks for a fun time with over 1000 runners participating. FOTFR as a volunteer sponsor receives a portion of the proceeds. ... Read more

Aurora GreenFest is a free and accessible event, with something for everyone in the whole family. We’ll be here rain or shine! Parents, bring your kids!  Kids, bring your parents!

Win this Northstar Northwind 16' StarLite Canoe! Join Friends of the Fox River at Rosie O'Hare's Public House on Monday, June 24th for the drawing of the winning ticket for this beautiful Northstar Northwind 16' StarLite Canoe! Valued at over $3000, the Northwind 16 offers a wide variety of paddling possibilities. This is the canoe ... Read more