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Fox fall color

2018 Annual Photography Contest

Our Annual Photography Contest has become a big hit, so we are excited to step it up this year! Our theme this time around is “SEASONS OF THE FOX RIVER.” We want you to try to capture the beauty of the Fox River in the context of a particular time of year. Spring, summer, fall … Read more

resolutions 2018

Resolution 2018

Resolution 2018: Connect to Nature By Gary Swick It’s in the middle of the Friends of the Fox River’s mission statement; Connecting people to nature is what we do. It initiates a natural wonder within people that brings a sense of joy and a desire to care for what we love. We want people to love … Read more

Holiday Nature Arts & Crafts Show & Sale

Enjoy the spirit of the holidays as artisans and crafters show and sell nature-themed treasures or natural and organic products. Refreshments and evergreen floral arrangements will be for sale to benefit the center. The event is free to the public. (Qualifying vendor tables are available for $25 up to November 30th and can be booked … Read more

Raising Monarchs Event at Schweitzer

Join Lindsay O’Connell and Jarett Sanchez for tips on raising, encouraging, and protecting Monarchs. Suggested donation $5, Students $2, Friends of the Fox River are always admitted FREE.