Articles filed under Kane County Forest Preserve District
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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...
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On pelicans, pests and leaves: Answers to some recently asked questionsMar 29, 2014 6:01 am - From birds to oak trees and beetles, anything goes in the FAQ department here at the nature center. Finding answers to questions is one of the most fun parts of being a...