The Fox River: Our Hidden Gem
Rooted in Trouble: The Impact of Invasive Plant Species
A Fox River Presentation Series
All Programs are Free
7:00 — 8:00pm
Yorkville Public Library
902 Game Farm Road
Yorkville, IL 60560
Organized By:
The Conservation Foundation’s Kendall County Advisory Council
The Conservation Foundation is collaborating with local partners to once again offer presentation series centered around the Fox River. This series highlights the wildlife diversity, unique attributes, and recreation opportunities provided by our most valuable natural asset, the Fox River. The benefits of living in and visiting the Fox River Valley are expansive, but also dependent on our human impact in these places. Join one or all of the presentations in the series to hear the speakers’ insights on the intricacies of our environment, ways to enjoy our local outdoor spaces, the cultural significance of the Fox River, and how you can care for our natural resources.
Rooted in Trouble: The Impact of Invasive Plant Species
By Sam Kilgore, Local Land Steward
Invasive species have dramatically reshaped the natural communities along the Fox River. This talk will cover what characteristics might allow a species to behave invasively and highlight invasive plant species that are currently impacting our habitats or that may impact them in the future. How can help monitor and control invasive species in our local community?
Series Schedule
Wednesday, January 28th
Feathered Friends of the Fox: Birds Across Local Habitats
By Scott Johnson, Forest Foundation of Kendall County
Register here
Wednesday, February 25th
Growing Food for Nature and People: Agroecology 101
By Connie Kollmeyer, The Conservation Foundation
Register here
Wednesday, March 25th
Riverine Friend or Foe: Living with American Beavers
By Rachel Siegel and Jeff Boland-Prom, Illinois Beaver Alliance
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Wednesday, April 22nd
Rooted in Trouble: The Impact of Invasive Plant Species
By Sam Kilgore, Local Land Steward
Register here