Kane County launching active recreation series

The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is launching an active recreation series for those in their twenties and thirties, beginning with a bike tour along the Fox River Trail.

The monthly "20s and 30s" gatherings will include a variety of activities at forest preserves throughout Kane County.

The series is kicked off with a Fox River Bike Tour on Saturday, June 28. The leisurely and informative bike ride will start at 9:30 a.m. at the parking lot at Tekakwitha Woods Forest Preserve in St. Charles. During the 10-mile round-trip ride on the Fox River Trail, riders will learn about the history of the bike trail and the ecological features of the river along the way.

Participants must provide their own bicycle and helmet. There will be refreshments at the Nature Center following the ride at 11:30 a.m.

Tekakwitha Woods is located off Route 25, one mile north of Army Trail Road. The address is 35W076 Villa Maria Road, St. Charles.

This 20s & 30s program is free, however, registration is highly encouraged. To register or for more information, call (847) 741-8350.

Other upcoming programs in the 20s and 30s series include:

"Twilight Hike and Campfire" - Thursday, July 17, 8 - 9:30 p.m. at LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve, St. Charles. We'll meet at the shelter on the north side of Dean Street. Our twilight walk will begin at 8 p.m., and the campfire will follow. We'll wrap up at 9:30 p.m.

"Discover the Prairie" - Sunday, Aug. 24, 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Dick Young Forest Preserve, Batavia. The Illinois prairie is in its prime at this time of year, so come prepared to be amazed.

For details on these or other Forest Preserve District nature programs, call (847) 741-8350 or visit www.kaneforest.com