Fabulous Fireflies was Fabulous!
On Friday July 10 about 25 kids and adults had a great time learning about those cool little beetle, the firefly. did you know that there are hundrededs of different species around the world? Everyone learned about [...]
The signs tell the story – Part 1
The Ancient Oaks Foundation has been partnering with the Village of Lake Zurich on several habitat restoration projects around Lake Zurich and we want residents to know about this. We added a sign to each of [...]
Independence Day!
We normally have habitat restoration work days on the first and third Saturdays of each month but in honor of Independence Day this Saturday, we will be taking the day off. Enjoy the red, white and [...]
What is this???
This "thing" is about 4 feet long (you can see the water bottle just below it), is cast iron, rusted and HEAVY! It has what appear to be a trigger and sights. We found it [...]
The Community Services/Public Works wetland is shaping up!
If you drive over the the Community Services building at 505 Telser Road to make a permit application or other Village related activity, take note of the wetland that is right next to the parking [...]
More improvements to the Nature Park
Thanks for Boy Scout Jason Grzonka of Troop 964, the Oak Ridge Marsh Nature Park now has some new amenities- A new announcement board and handrails for bridge. Here they are in action: And here's [...]
Breezewald Park Conservation Area Cleared!
The conservation area at Breezewald Park on Old Rand Road, just north of Main Street in Lake zurich, has been cleared. We will be working this summer on replanting it with native floweers and grasses. [...]
Today's event cancelled
Due to the rain and slick conditions, todays workday has been cancelled. Our next workday is Saturday, June 6. See you then ....
Spring brings the circle of life
Spring is such an active time in Lake Zurich's woodlands and natural areas. At the Nature Park, the flowers are in full bloom. Here's Mary near a large stand of wild hyacinths. After this area [...]