Schweitzer Action Team’s Wrap-up
IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River Committee meets to discuss house, program, grounds action teams meetings. The public is invited. Join our committee to be part of this meeting. Contact 815-356-6605.
FREP Holiday Gathering
Fox Metro Water Reclamation Dist. Maintenance Building Meeting Area 682 State Route 31, Oswego 682 State Route 31, Oswego, Illinois, United StatesLast year we had such a wonderful time at Rob Linke's home west of St. Charles, we talked him into hosting again. We hope you will join us. We will start with a hike in nearby Campton Hills Township's Gray Willows Farm. Then, follow by enjoying some food (planning on pot luck) and a great ... Read more
Meet Real Rescued Wildlife at Schweitzer
Schweitzer Environmental Center 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Road, West Dundee, IL, United StatesThis special program replaces and combines our traditional Schweitzer Second Saturday and Sunday for November. K.A.R.E (Kane Area Rehabilitation and Education) representative Lauren Grimm, Exotic Avian Caretaker, Educator, and Aviculturist, presents a barred owl and red tail hawk and their stories. Join us for this wonderful opportunity to experience wildlife in person and hear from ... Read more
Friends of the Fox River Annual Membership Meeting
IL, United StatesThe purpose of this meeting is to elect and/or re-elect Directors and for the transaction of other business as may come before the meeting. A slate of directors shall be submitted to the directors at the meeting by the nominating committee and voted upon by those in attendance. Board members then convene to discuss upcoming ... Read more
December Green Drinks McHenry County – Beautiful and Sustainable Gift Wrapping
Duke's Ale House 110 n. Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesThe event is hybrid, zoom info below Topics To Discuss:One style of gift wrapping in Japan employs the use of furoshiki. Furoshiki is a multi-purpose carry all created from a square piece of material. Fashioning soft wrappings from large squares of colorfully patterned cloth is employed to wrap and carry objects of all shapes and ... Read more
A River Flows Through It – Life in the Fox River Valley
Collins Auditorium Baker Community Center 101 S. 2nd Street St. Charles, IL 60174Dam Night Out: Ecology of the Fox River Dams by Gary Swick, Friends of the Fox River A five-part prrogram series organized by The Conservation Foundation Register here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0f4ba8a92faaf5ce9-ariver1#/ All programs are free Collins AuditoriumBaker Community Center101 S. 2nd StreetSt. Charles, IL 60174
Saturday Outdoor Family Adventures
Join Friends of the Fox River educators and meet up with new Friends for our January edition of Saturday Outdoor Family Adventures on Saturday, January 21, 10:00AM - 12:00PM! Winter is a fun time of year to hike and look for signs of wildlife. Maybe we will see a fox! The duration of the hike ... Read more
Friends of the Fox River Executive Committee Meeting
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesThe 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 and events. Other committee topics include: A. Strategic Plan DevelopmentB. Supervise staffC. Guide the Board development processD. Review Bylaws & amp; recommend updatesE. Perform other functions described in ... Read more
Friends of the Fox River Development Committee Meeting
IL, United StatesThe Development Committee of Friends of the Fox River meets under the direction of Doug Williamson to 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 or the zoom link to join this meeting 815-356-6605.
Communications Committee Meeting
IL, United StatesThe 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 offline, to the public. Join the committee, headed up by Bob Sutton, ... Read more
Friends of the Fox River Education Services Committee
Please contact Gary Swick 815-370-0026 to attend this committee meeting. The Education Services team includes seasoned educators, active classroom teachers and young professionals. The team strategizes the growth of our established student programs and public outreach needs. They develop activities, associated materials, and work collaboratively to deliver effective programming in the stream, in classrooms and ... Read more
Fox River Jeopardy
Whiskey and Wine, 103 Main, Algonquin, IL 103 Main, Algonquin, Illinois, United StatesFriends of the Fox River invites you to a night of fun and river facts. Be a contestant or part of the audience. Contestant seating is limited. Please register as a team or individual to compete.https://friendsofthefoxriver.wildapricot.org/event-5168951 All are welcome to watch, sip, enjoy live music, and meet new friends.
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 and events. Other committee topics include: A. Strategic Plan DevelopmentB. Supervise staffC. Guide the Board development processD. Review Bylaws & amp; recommend updatesE. Perform other functions described in ... Read more
Solar for Everyone – No House, No Roof, No Sunny Spot, On a Budget – No Problem!
Schweitzer environmental center 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Road, West dundee, Illinois, United StatesSleepy Hollow solar advocate Courtney Boe and Friends of the Fox River administrative coordinator LuAnne Lewandowski welcome Ivonne Rychwa, Outreach Director from the Citizens Utility Board (CUB) at Schweitzer Environmental Center, 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Road in West Dundee on March 12, 2023 at 12:30 p.m. Please register here to save a seat. The event is ... Read more
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