Articles filed under Kane County Forest Preserve District
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Parents can take kids to 'Nature by Stroller' seriesApr 20, 2014 11:00 pm - Moms or caregivers with infants or toddlers can bring young ones out on perhaps their first nature program during the Forest Preserve District of Kane County's "Nature b...
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Volunteers plant oaks in Kane County preserveApr 19, 2014 1:01 am - Hundreds of volunteers left the beaten path and ventured into pastures of Fitchie Creek Forest Preserve in Elgin Saturday for the second straight year to plant trees. M...
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Train to count rare plants for forest districtApr 17, 2014 11:00 pm - Help the Forest Preserve District of Kane County monitor rare but important plant species through "Plants of Concern Training." The district invites volunteers to take t...
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Celebrate Earth Day by planting a tree at Fitchie Creek in ElginApr 17, 2014 7:01 am - This weekend, volunteers can get some exercise and help the environment at the same time. Celebrate Earth Day by planting trees with the Forest Preserve District of Kane...
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Learn history of herbs at St. Charles workshop, take pot homeApr 10, 2014 11:00 pm - Learn the history of common herbs and create a potted garden to take home during an April 19 "Herb Garden Workshop," offered by the Forest Preserve District of Kane Coun...
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Kane Co. forest district eyeing 37 acres in Big RockApr 10, 2014 5:30 am - A state grant combined with remaining funds from a 2011 tax increase referendum might help transform 37 acres of prime woodland into Kane County Forest Preserve District...
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Pending deal would clear way for Settler's Hill redevelopmentApr 09, 2014 1:01 am - A new agreement that may clear the way for as many as 11 new recreational and commercial uses for the old Settler's Hill landfill campus received its first review Wednes...
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Kane forest district makes deal with ComEd, may make anotherApr 07, 2014 5:30 am - The Muirhead Springs Forest Preserve will be home to new ComEd power lines if Kane County Forest Preserve District commissioners get their way, according to a new deal a...
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ComEd project puts Burlington business in jeopardyApr 03, 2014 5:00 am - Clients come to the Hope Reins Equine Therapy Facility at White Oak Acres in Burlington to find peace. They might have autism, depression, anxiety or problems socializin...
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Volunteer your time in Kane County forest preservesMar 30, 2014 11:00 pm - Love to camp and assist others? The Forest Preserve District of Kane County seeks camping enthusiasts to volunteer for campground host positions in Big Rock and Elgin. D...