Learn why it's important to have a safe and clean river flowing through our community. We support dam removal.

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

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

Join 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.