What is an Invasive Plant species? How do we know which ones are invasive? Using images, live specimens and other resources, a representative from Ancient Oaks Foundation will explain how to identify invasive plant species that regularly show up in our nature areas. Learn the hard facts about why these plants are so detrimental to [...]
Starting on June 13th and continuing until June 18th, artist Eric Widitz will be creating a wood-cut sculpture from an old oak tree at the Kuechmann Kove Nature Playscape in Lake Zurich. For more information click here. Please consider donating to the creation of this historic sculpture at the arboretum.
Looking for adventure? Join us on our safari to see how many different kinds of spiders live at Kuechmann Arboretum! We will be using different methods of capture and release. As learn new spidery skills, we will identify the spider families. All creatures will be released! Wear close toed shoes, long pants and be [...]
Ancient Oaks Foundation and The Village of Hawthorn Woods are hosting Wings and Talons. Come enjoy this live show of some of our region’s birds of prey. All are welcome to learn about the role raptors play in Hawthorn Woods’ environment. 7:00-8:30PM Friday Feb 24th, 2023 Village Hall Barn (2 Lagoon Drive) Register online! [...]
AGES: 12+ YEARS OLD Area ponds and lakes including Lake Zurich’s own, host a wide array of waterfowl during the spring migration. Join AOF as we explore the wet world of over twenty species of these spectacular visitors. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. Bird guides if you have them. LOCATION: Breezewald Park, [...]
The spring wildflowers can be fleeting! We will visit multiple sites where Ancient Oaks volunteers work hard to provide the perfect conditions for this grand seasonal spectacular. Not only will the flowers be blooming but the pollinators will be awakening! Ages 12+
Join Ancient Oaks Foundation’s volunteers to discover who lives in the pond. We will be using nets and microscopes to identify these aquatic creatures. During the exploration we will be able to determine the water quality of the pond. All participants will practice catch and release. Please wear shoes that are sturdy and can [...]
Note: The Date Has Been Changed Due To Weather - NOW ON SATURDAY We will learn the life cycle of this fascinating beetle through games and stories. Then we will explore the Old Mill Grove park wetlands to catch and release these magical ‘lights of summer’. A seasonal snack will be served. Dress for [...]
If you love everything monarchs join us! The Monarchs are here and living in Lake Zurich! Did you know that Lake Zurich is a Monarch city? We will explore the life cycle on our milkweeds and find out how we can do more to help the monarch population. This program will be for the [...]
How do they do it? Survive the long cold winter? The secret is start getting ready as soon as possible! We will search for animals, insects and plants and watch as they begin the survival game. Learn the code to unlock the quest. We will be outside the whole program time. Dress for the [...]
