Friends of the Fox River Board Meeting
Please call or email to be included in this hybrid meeting: info@fotfr.org or 815-356-6605. Board members convene to discuss upcoming events and current campaigns, our strategic plan, programs, etc. The public is welcome.
And Then There Were Eight
Friends of the Fox River Director and Registered Professional Engineer, Arthur Malm presents the spectacular early results seen in the removal of the first of nine major dams across the Fox River in the central Fox River Valley. Register here
Alternatives to Turf Grass
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 FREP Noon Network Location: VIA Zoom Program: Alternatives to Turf GrassBy: Dr. Liz Anna Kozik, Chicago Botanic Garden The Chicago Botanic Garden and Chicago Park District are involved in research to find a more sustainable approach for areas not needing to be neatly mowed and manicured lawn, but where native prairie may not be appropriate. ... Read more
STEM Career Fair
Students interested in science, technology, and math will have the opportunity to connect with employers offering full-time jobs, internships, part-time roles, and volunteer opportunities in these exciting fields. You’ll also gain valuable insights into careers in STEM, explore lesser-known career paths, and learn how to break into the industry. Register here
Schweitzer Second Sunday – A Tale of Two Rivers and Two Airports
Domenico D'Alessandro presents Learning from Failure In protecting the environment, leaders often encourage green solutions that fall far short of the desired goals.D'Alessandro promotes "Rights of Nature" taking place on an international level, which would also be beneficial to ecosystem protection here. He will refer to a few successful efforts both at home and abroad. ... Read more
Shoreline Cleanup with the Kane County Forest Preserve
Fox River Shores 701 N. Williams Road, Carpentersville, Illinois, United StatesJoin Friends of the Fox River and the Forest Preserve District of Kane County for 2 opportunities to help with shoreline cleanups – Thursday, March 13 and Saturday, March 15. No need to register. Bring your gloves and available cleanup tools.
Shoreline Cleanup with the Kane County Forest Preserve District
No need to register. Bring your gloves and available cleanup tools.