Green Drinks McHenry County – Just One Backyard: One Man’s Search for Food Sustainability
Duke's Ale House 110 n. Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesOn the first Wednesday of each month, environmentally minded people gather upstairs at Duke's Alehouse & Kitchen to network and talk about sustainable programs and “greening” the future. Everyone is welcome to attend. BIO: Dr. John Zahina-Ramos has been featured on the PBS series Victory Garden's Edible Feast and is an award-winning author of two books on ... Read more
Schweitzer Woods Restoration
Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve 16N690 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesVolunteers gather under the direction of steward June Keibler to remove invasive species. Dress in layers for the weather, wear sturdy waterproof boots, heavy gloves, a hat. Removal tools will be provided, but loppers are welcome. Directions: Turn into the entrance gate for Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve and follow the drive to the red brick ... Read more
Schweitzer Second Sunday – The Legend of “The Fox”
IL, United StatesDon't miss this fascinating review of the inspiring life and daring exploits of "The Fox", the Eco-defender from Oswego who fought polluters and protected the Fox River before the passage of the Clean Water Act. Sorry, this presentation is sold out.
FREP Noon Network – Natural Areas Conservation Training Overview
Dundee Township Meeting Room 611 East Main Street, East Dundee, IL, United StatesTrinity Pierce, Natural Areas Conservation Training Program Coordinator, Morton Arboretum, this was formerly the Woodland Stewardship
Education Design Team Committee Meeting
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesEducate citizens about environmental conditions, threats and opportunities in the Fox River Watershed. Manage the Fox River Watershed Monitoring Network operations. This includes staff, equipment, communications, scheduling, financing, data management and field procedures. Manage educational displays, activities, scheduling and presentations at events. Develop/improve formal Outreach Education programs/curricula as needed. Develop and implement informal education programs ... Read more
One Earth Film Festival – “The Human Element”
Waubonsee Community College Downtown Aurora campus 8 S. River Street, Aurora, IL, United StatesArea environmental groups are sponsoring this showing at 7:00 P.M. with a Sustainability Resource Fair first at 6:00 P.M. Preview the film: https://www.oneearthfilmfest.org/films-az-2019/the-human-element Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-human-element-march-4-waubonsee-tickets-54466393449 Events are FREE, with a suggested $8 donation. OEFF After Hours events are perfect for date nights or evenings with friends. Seating is limited. Reservations for free and ticketed events ... Read more
Green Drinks McHenry County – Grow Your Own Microgreens!
Duke's Ale House 110 n. Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United States"Are You Familiar with Microgreens? Learn about Growing Your Own" with John DeFrancisco, Hometown Acres Microgreens are edible seedlings that contain massive nutrient content and flavor. Researchers have found that micro's such as red cabbage, cilantro, and radish can contain up to forty times higher levels of vital nutrients than their mature counterpart. Not only are ... Read more
Schweitzer Woods Restoration
Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve 16N690 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesVolunteers gather under the direction of steward June Keibler to remove invasive species. Dress in layers for the weather, wear sturdy waterproof boots, heavy gloves, a hat. Removal tools will be provided, but loppers are welcome. Directions: Turn into the entrance gate for Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve and follow the drive to the red brick ... Read more
Murky Waters: Understanding Drinking Water Issues in Our Region
Gail Borden Library 270 N. Grove Ave, Elgin, IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River is a sponsor for this Elgin Community Network presentation. Most of us in Northeastern Illinois don’t pay much attention to our drinking water. We turn on faucets dozens of times a day without pausing to consider the questions that millions of people around the world worry about on a regular basis: ... Read more
2019 Fox River Summit
Veteran's Terrace, Burlington, WI 589 Milwaukee Avenue, Burlington, WI 53105, Burlington, WI, United StatesThe 7th Annual Fox River Summit, hosted by the Southeast Fox River Partnership, is an annual gathering of organizations, municipalities, citizens, and stakeholders from across the Fox River Watershed. Building partnerships and developing an open dialog about the issues important to the management of the watershed is a key component of the Summit. The program features speakers and ... Read more
Schweitzer Environmental Center Committee Meeting
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River Schweitzer committee members convene to discuss upcoming programs and plans for the house The public is welcome. Join us. Contact us for directions and further information 815-356-6605.
Friends of the Fox River Board Meeting
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesBoard members convene to discuss upcoming events and current campaigns, our strategic plan, programs, etc. The public is welcome. Join us. Contact us for directions and further information 815-356-6605.
Green Drinks McHenry County
Duke's Ale House 110 n. Main Street, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesOur youth are involved and active in caring for our environment! Some of them will be on hand to share what they are up to in the community and in their schools. Listen and support them! On the first Wednesday of each month, environmentally minded people gather upstairs at Duke's Alehouse & Kitchen to network and talk ... Read more
Planting Natives on Solar Farms Workshop
McHenry County College Luecht Conference Center 8900 US Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL, United StatesThis workshop is designed to bring solar farm developers together with experts in the field of native plantings. Solar developers and landscaping firms will leave this session equipped with the know-how to be able to successfully design, plant and maintain a native plant community on their solar farm. This session will help developers in the ... Read more
Schweitzer Woods Restoration
Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve 16N690 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesVolunteers gather under the direction of steward June Keibler to remove invasive species. Dress in layers for the weather, wear sturdy waterproof boots, heavy gloves, a hat. Removal tools will be provided, but loppers are welcome. Directions: Turn into the entrance gate for Schweitzer Woods Forest Preserve and follow the drive to the red brick ... Read more
FREP Noon Network – Keith Andres Memorial Park Stream Stabilization Project
Keith Andres Memorial Park, 1304 Sacramento Dr, Carpentersville, ILPresenters: Jedd Anderson, CBBEL, Kevin Gray, Ed Szydlowski, Village of Carpentersville Co-hosted by: Jelkes Creek-Fox River Watershed Coalition. The Village of Carpentersville recently was awarded a Section 319 Nonpoint Source Pollution Control grant from Illinois EPA to stabilize approximately 4,000 feet of eroding streambank along both sides of a 2,000-foot segment of Lake Marian Creek, ... Read more
Answering the Myths About Solar – Schweitzer Environmental Center Program
Schweitzer Environmental 16N900 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL, United StatesHave you seen the houses in your neighborhood adding solar panels and wondered if your home is a good candidate? Do you have questions about the tax incentives, state credits, purchase options, warranties, how to store energy, and maintenance costs? You'll get all the answers here! Jennifer Grommes will begin by addressing common myths about ... Read more
Elgin Sustainability Commission Presents Xiuhtezcatl Martinez “Roots of Revolution”
Hemmens Cultural Center 45 Symphony Way, Elgin, ILMartinez is a dynamic young speaker who is coming to town to talk about how we all can play important roles in defending the planet in the battle against climate change. Martinez will present “Roots of Revolution.” Eighteen-year-old indigenous environmental activist and hip-hop artist, and youth director of Earth Guardians, a worldwide conservation organization Xiuhtezcatl ... Read more
Elgin’s Annual Earth Day Celebration at Hawthorne Hill Nature Center
Hawthorne Hill Nature Center 28 Brookside Drive, Elgin, IL, United StatesThe City of Elgin will host its annual Earth Day Celebration. and people of all ages are invited to attend this free, family-friendly event, and learn about ways to protect the planet. Local organizations will provide information on the river, local food production, native plants, stream and river health, renewable energy, and other sustainability-related interests. ... Read more
Native Plant Sale – Northern Kane County Wild Ones
Hawthorne Hill Nature Center 28 Brookside Drive, Elgin, IL, United StatesFriends of the Fox River business partner NK Wild Ones features 128 species of native plants as well as trees and shrubs for sale at affordable prices. Plant experts are on hand to help with guidance and recommendations. The public is invited to this free event.