Articles filed under Kane County Forest Preserve District
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Kane Forest Preserve Foundation hosts native plant sale April 27Apr 16, 2024 4:54 pm - The Kane Forest Preserve Foundation announces the return of its Native Plant Sale, aimed at promoting biodiversity, supporting local ecosystems, and fostering sustainabl...
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Owl mania: Birders’ enthusiasm for this species can sometimes go overboardApr 15, 2024 10:46 am - The popularity of owls makes them vulnerable to human interference. People do get excited about owls, and sometimes their enthusiasm (or thoughtlessness) gets out of hand.
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Join a tree planting extravaganza April 20 for Earth DayApr 01, 2024 10:18 pm - Calling all volunteers! Get ready to roll up your sleeves and help plant trees at Elburn Forest Preserve in celebration of Earth Day on Saturday, April 20. Volunteers are...
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Join an outdoor scavenger hunt at Tekakwitha Woods May 11Mar 29, 2024 12:03 am - Grab your family and friends and embark on an outdoor scavenger hunt. Discover hidden treasures on Saturday, May 11, from 9-11 a.m. at Tekakwitha Woods Forest Preserve in...
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Learn natural and cultural history with monthly Senior StrollsMar 01, 2024 10:04 pm - The Forest Preserve District of Kane County invites area seniors to join in the free monthly “Senior Stroll” programs. On the first Thursday of every month, Forest Preser...
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Join in Maple Sugaring Days at Creek Bend Nature Center March 2-3Feb 26, 2024 2:28 pm - Learn how to tap a maple tree and taste pure, local syrup at the Forest Preserve District of Kane County’s Maple Sugaring Days on Friday and Saturday, March 2-3, from noo...
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Join project to track ephemerals coming out this spring in Kane CountyFeb 22, 2024 9:38 pm - Ephemerals are woodland plants that emerge early in spring, and flower before the trees leaf out. This spring, help track when and where spring ephemerals are emerging f...
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Welcome spring at maple syrup festivals in the Fox ValleyFeb 15, 2024 6:25 am - A sweet tradition continues this spring when the Forest Preserve District of Kane County and the McHenry County Conservation District hold their annual maple sugaring events.
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Along for the ride: Trail volunteers keep forest preserves safeFeb 08, 2024 10:12 am - If boosting your fitness, altruism or connection with nature is your 2024 resolution, you’re in luck. Trail volunteers biking in Cook, DuPage, Kane and McHenry counties, can nail all three.
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Become an ‘Evergreen Expert’ this winter with Kane County Forest Preserve DistrictJan 12, 2024 9:23 pm - Kane County winters may look bleak and dreary, but the bright green colors of evergreen trees provide a little pop of color. Head over to LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve to ...