Articles filed under Kane County Forest Preserve District
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Sweet! Maple sugaring festivals return to Fox Valley this weekendFeb 26, 2019 12:00 am - The flowing of maple sap 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 one of t...
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Here's a look at crazy world of critter courtshipFeb 11, 2019 10:00 pm - Nothing says love like heart-shaped, chalk-flavored candy embossed with “XOXO,” right? Well, I have heartbreaking news: candy-maker Necco is no longer producing “convers...
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Kane County naturalist conducts hike to look for signs of groundhogsFeb 02, 2019 12:00 am - Kane County Forest Preserve District Naturalist Ben Katzen explained the finer points of hibernation, winter and how it affects animals Saturday during a Groundhog Day h...
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Sign up for Winter Scavenger Hunt Feb. 17Jan 30, 2019 10:00 pm - Nature holds lots of treasures in winter, from animal tracks to snowflakes to seeds. In this "Winter Scavenger Hunt," participants will join a naturalist-guided hike and...
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Winter Walk in Japanese Garden set for Feb. 10 and March 10Jan 30, 2019 10:00 pm - Fabyan Villa Museum and Japanese Garden and Preservation Partners of the Fox Valley will hold a Winter Walk in the Japanese Garden at 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 10 and March 10...
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Forest preserve hike offers healthy start to new yearJan 04, 2019 5:00 am - For the longest time, I was a "non-winter" walker. As soon as cold weather set in, my wife was on her own in terms of walking the dog. Over time, she convinced me that p...
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Learn how to stay safe in snowmobile class Jan. 5Dec 25, 2018 10:00 pm - The Forest Preserve District of Kane County will host a Snowmobile Safety Class for anyone who wants to learn about snowmobiling from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 5. ...
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Sign up for nature center story timeDec 19, 2018 10:00 pm - Sign-up your preschooler for the Forest Preserve District of Kane County's Story Time at the Nature Center series. Upcoming Story Times are from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesd...
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Learn about coyotes during Jan. 19 guided hikeDec 19, 2018 10:00 pm - Coyotes are abundant in Kane County, and they captivate the imagination with their yipping in the night and their secretive habits. Learn about coyotes in Kane County fr...
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Join New Year's Hike with naturalist Jan. 1Dec 17, 2018 10:00 pm - The Forest Preserve District of Kane County has set a New Year's Hike from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 1, at Creek Bend Nature Center in St. Charles. Start the new year w...