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 [...]