Articles filed under Kane County Forest Preserve District
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Democrats have primary races in four Kane County Board districtsJun 23, 2022 1:00 am - Kane County Democrats have four contested races for county board seats in the primary election. Incumbents in three districts face primary challengers. The retirement of...
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Republicans seek nomination in four contested races for Kane County Board seatsJun 22, 2022 1:00 am - There are contested Republican primary races in four Kane County Board districts. Kane County GOP Chairman Ken Shepro, who represents District 12 on the county board, fa...
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Sign up for bird watching programs this summerMay 22, 2022 11:00 pm - Enjoy the changing seasons as you hike, look, and listen for the birds inhabiting the local forest preserves this summer. Forest Preserve District naturalists will cover...
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New Kane County forest budget includes Carpentersville Dam removal, property tax increaseMay 12, 2022 5:00 am - Kane County Forest Preserve District commissioners approved a budget this week that includes a property tax increase, money for government employee raises and grant fund...
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How to stay safe during tick season, according to state and suburban forest preserve expertsApr 29, 2022 1:00 am - Tick season has already started in Illinois, despite this year's cooler spring weather. And with May being National Lyme disease Awareness Month, state and Chicago-area ...
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Earth Day 2022: Celebrate with cleanups, tree planting, hikes, crafts and moreApr 18, 2022 11:00 pm - It's time to show a little love to Mother Nature. Earth Day is Friday, April 22, and Arbor Day follows on April 29. Here are some local events to mark the occasion - an...
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Sign up for healing hike May 1Apr 06, 2022 11:00 pm - The Forest Preserve District of Kane County is hosting monthly meditative walks for anyone age 18 or older who is grieving the loss of a loved one. These healing hikes a...
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Chasing the 'big grackle' gives local birders a thrill this winterMar 11, 2022 5:00 am - Winter is a slower time for birding. There isn't as much to see. So, when rare birds pay a visit, they get a royal welcome. Thankfully, birders with cabin fever had som...
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Tree tappers delight: Families learn sweet secrets of syrup at Maple Sugaring Days in St. CharlesMar 05, 2022 12:00 am - A sweet tradition returned to St. Charles Saturday when the Forest Preserve District of Kane County held its annual Maple Sugaring Days at Creek Bend Nature Center withi...
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Sweet tradition: Learn the secrets of turning sap to syrup at various maple sugaring festsMar 04, 2022 5:00 am - The maple sap is flowing, which is a sure sign that spring is just around the corner. Learn how maple syrup is made, and maybe even try your hand at tapping a tree, at o...