Pete Jackson, board member of Friends of Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge and their Stewardship Coordinator, presents a broad swath of information about oaks, a common species in our region, their ecological importance, historic abundance, the loss of oaks, their current problems, oak conservation, and how to help oaks. Please register HERE The program is free, ... Read more

Admission is free Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Exhibit 2,500-gallon fish tank with native fish Pumpkin composting  Interactive watershed exhibit Eco-friendly vendors Free fixes for small items at the Repair Fair Repair Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Experts will be available onsite to help repair: No electronics, computers, computer screens, or cell phones. Projects must be ... Read more

Sit with the area’s best fly tyers as they demonstrate a wide variety of fly patterns.Kids will enjoy free fly tying & entomology programs.Show Features: DuPage Forest Preserve District booth to promote outdoor programs.Bamboo rod building demo by Illinois Bamboo rod builders 25+ Regional fly tyers – sit and watch them create a fly for ... Read more

Carbon Credits in McHenry County Help Reduce Climate Issues Presented by: Lisa Haderlein, Executive Director of The Land Conservancy of McHenry County, and Jessica Beverly, Forest Carbon Program Director for TLC They'll talk about urban forest carbon credits in McHenry County. They'll touch on how a project is created, such as the two owned by ... Read more

Fox River Study Group's 2025 Annual Meeting Fill out the form here to attend When: 9 am - Noon, Thursday, November 6. Networking and visiting displays before and after the presentations. Where: Batavia City Hall, 100 N Island Ave (map at https://maps.app.goo.gl/3SWAU8uyqsJb5F6B8) What: Program -Fox River Study Group – Intro/Opening Remarks- Rob Linke, FRSG -IDNR Office of Water Resources – Activities & ... Read more

It's a mystery exactly which birds Wings and Talons* will bring. Much depends on the condition of the birds on the day of the program. There will be an owl and a falcon or hawk. Did you know that many birds of prey (also known as raptors) can be found in our area? According to ... Read more

Please call to be included in this hybrid meeting at Schweitzer or in zoom: 815-356-6605 or info@fotfr.org for zoom link. Board members convene to discuss upcoming events and current campaigns, our strategic plan, programs, etc. The public is welcome.

Inspired by Nature and Created by Local Artists Join us for Second Sundays at Schweitzer Environmental Center on Sunday, December 8, 11:00 pm – 3:00 pm for our annual Nature Arts & Crafts Show. The center becomes a holiday wonderland while artists and craftspeople gather to show and sell their nature-inspired wares. Find a truly unique ... Read more