MEMBERS ONLY EVENT: Fantastic Fireflies Join our naturalist Mary Kozub and AOF directors, for this special members-only event, as we explore the interesting life of our local fireflies and learn about their life cycle. We’ll be walking to four different viewing spots, within the nature park, while we enjoy their beautiful display. Snacks will be [...]
Learn about these interesting and diverse insects of the water and air through exploration of a local wetland and pond. We’ll collect samples from the pond using aquatic nets. Taking the time to identify these creatures can tell us a lot about the water quality and who else is calling Lake Zurich home! We [...]
Join Ancient Oaks Foundation as they celebrate the opening of the new nature playscape, Kuechmann Kove. A nature playscape (or natural playground) is defined as a space with as few man-made components as possible. Using native plants, natural components and lots of trees, these playscapes represent a natural place or ecosystem. Playscapes are designed [...]
SORRY THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED: Gather around the campfire to find out more about the adaptations and social life of the “prairie wolf”. We will hike to listening spots and enjoy a favorite campfire snack. Dress for the weather. $5/person
Join us to build a fort using materials we find in the woodland. You will build our own self-styled fort. You can work as a team or build your own fort. These forts will be designed for play and dismantled after the program. Dress for the weather. Kids only! A seasonal snack will be served. [...]
Our 7th annual fundraiser will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2022 from 6-10 pm at Kemper Lakes Golf Club in Kildeer. This popular event consists of a light casual dinner, drinks, team trivia, raffle baskets, games and a silent auction. And, NEW THIS YEAR - a little Karaoke fun! Past participants rave about [...]
Join Ancient Oaks Foundation's Alicia Timm and learn how to identify the habitats in your yard and welcome the perfect native plants that will succeed. Using a Power Point presentation and handouts, Timm will provide multiple regional resources. Participants will receive a discount coupon to Hawthorn Gardens. Bring the natural beauty home! Register on [...]
The Ancient Oaks Foundation is offering a scholarship for up to $1,000 to students interested in pursuing an environmental career. Submissions are open until May 1st, 2022. A winner will be announced by May 24th, 2022. Find more information and Apply Now! https://www.ancientoaksfoundation.org/scholarship-program
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.
