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Sun17Nov2019Fri28Feb2020
Are you an amateur photographer? Interested in taking photos of Illinois wildlife? Submit your entries in the Fox Valley Wildlife Center 2020 Photo Contest. Winners will be announced at the Annual Dinner Auction in April and featured in the 2021 FVWC Calendar. Entries are $10 each and must be submitted with the 2020 Photo Contest Submission Form and Rules.
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Thu02Jan2020
11:30 amTown and Country Library, Elburn
Come to Wildlife Story Time at the Town and Country Library in Elburn! This event is free for ages 2 and up, with a guardian. Since Fox Valley Wildlife Center relies on donations, a monetary donation or items off our wish list are always appreciated! Click here to register.
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Sat25Jan2020
7:00 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for the hoots of owls. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Mon27Jan2020
10:00 amTown and Country Library, Elburn
Come to Wildlife Story Time at the Town and Country Library in Elburn! This event is free for ages 2 and up, with a guardian. Since Fox Valley Wildlife Center relies on donations, a monetary donation or items off our wish list are always appreciated! Click here to register.
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Sat08Feb2020
5:30 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Fri14Feb2020Fri13Mar2020
With six delicious flavors to choose from, select your favorite pastry, or try a new flavor, and it will be delivered to Fox Valley Wildlife Center. The 22 oz. pastry is only $14 and is ready for you to thaw, rise, bake and enjoy! Be sure to order now, as sales end March 13. Orders should be picked up from Fox Valley Wildlife Center on March 21, between 11am and 12pm. If you require an alternate pickup date, please email Andrea, at a-krueger@sbcglobal.net, to make other arrangements.
Allergen Notice: This product may contain Egg, Milk, Soy and Wheat. This product is manufactured in a facility and on equipment which processes nut products.
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Fri14Feb2020Fri13Mar2020
Choose from six tasty flavors, select your favorite, or try something new, and it will be delivered to Fox Valley Wildlife Center. At only $16, your order contains 40 pre-portioned dough balls ready to bake and enjoy! Be sure to order now, as sales end March 13. Orders should be picked up from Fox Valley Wildlife Center on March 21, between 11am and 12pm. If you require an alternate pickup date, please email Andrea, at a-krueger@sbcglobal.net, to make other arrangements.
Allergen Notice: This product may contain Egg, Milk, Soy and Wheat. This product is manufactured in a facility and on equipment which processes nut products.
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Mon17Feb2020
11am-12pmTown and Country Library, Elburn
Children in 2nd to 8th grades are invited to join us on their day off school to learn about Herps. We will explore the similarities between ectotherms, how scientists group them and the unique characteristics of this group. This program includes activities, discussions, and animal ambassador visits. Program is free, but donations from our wish list are always welcome.
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Mon24Feb2020
10:00 amTown and Country Library, Elburn
Come to Wildlife Story Time at the Town and Country Library in Elburn! This event is free for ages 2 and up, with a guardian. Since Fox Valley Wildlife Center relies on donations, a monetary donation or items off our wish list are always appreciated! Click here to register.
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Sat14Mar2020
7:00 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Sat21Mar2020
11am-12pmFox Valley Wildlife Center
Butter Braid Pastry or Wooden Spoon Cookie Dough orders should be picked up March 21, between 11am and 12pm at Fox Valley Wildlife Center, in Elburn Woods Forest Preserve. If you are unable to pickup at this date and time, please contact Andrea, at a-krueger@sbcglobal.net. Order by March 13, by clicking here. Thank you for supporting FVWC!
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Sat21Mar2020
2-5pmThe Chilled Palette, Geneva
The Chilled Pallet has Postponed the Paint Your Pet!
If you have purchased tickets, a date will be selected in the future. Please email them with any questions, thechilledpalette@gmail.com
Join The Chilled Palette in raising money for Fox Valley Wildlife Center! A portion of your registration fee will go directly to FVWC! You can either paint your pet, (please bring a photo of your pet to the event) or you can paint Zephyr, Fox Valley Wildlife Center's screech owl ambassador. Zephyr will make an appearance! Registration will end on March 17th and is $40 per person. Click here to register on The Chilled Palette website.
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Sat11Apr2020Sat18Apr2020
Online
Our Online Auction is now OPEN!!!
Bidding Closes: Saturday, April 18th at 7pm
Register for the Online Event here!
You can choose to Create an Account FOR FREE by clicking on the “Sign In” button at the top right of the online auction website.
There you will be asked to “Request an Account” that allows you to register for free. You will be asked to confirm your account details through email verification.
You can also choose to “Buy Tickets” at the top right of the auction page, which will give you 2 options of creating an online auction account AND making a donation that is 100% tax-deductible.
Special Online Event -April 18th
At 5:30pm, on Anderson’s website, we will host a Special Video Announcement with Live Streaming!
Get Ready for the Online Event here!
We need your help now, more than ever.
Funds raised by this year’s Auction will help thousands of orphaned wild babies. And, beginning with this year’s event, your donation will go even farther than it has before, allowing us to support the care of homeless dogs, cats, puppies and kittens, as we have recently merged with Anderson Animal Shelter. If you choose, you can designate your donation to support the care of wildlife or dogs/cats.
Like the whole country, we have been impacted by COVID-19 and we’ve had to make changes to our programs and events to keep our community safe. As a result, we need your help more than ever.
We hope you’ll join us on this exciting virtual adventure!
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Sat18Apr2020
5:30 pmwww.andersonanimalshelter.org
Visit Anderson Animal Shelter's website, www.andersonanimalshelter.org, at 5:30 pm on Saturday, April 18th for a Special Live Event. Don't be late or you'll miss some of the excitement! For the best experience, watch the Virtual Event on your laptop while bidding on auction items on your mobile phone!
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Sat02May2020
10am - 4:30pmKuipers Family Farm
Enjoy some of Kuipers famous Apple Cider Doughnuts while you help Fox Valley Wildlife Center care for orphaned and injured wildlife.
No need to wait until fall to enjoy some of their farm favorites plus you can feel good about supporting a local farm AND animals in need. Fox Valley Wildlife Center relies solely on donations to care for orphaned or injured wildlife. During the COVID19 crisis we are experiencing financial strains due to reduced donations along with added challenges in basic animal care due to the inability to accept volunteers into the facility to assist. In an effort to help Fox Valley Wildlife Center, Kuipers will be donating $2 from the sale of every dozen doughnuts.
Preorders are STRONGLY suggested and will facilitate your drive thru experience in a quick and safe manner. Safe social distancing practices will be in effect upon your arrival at the farm. Please stay in your car and follow the directions of the attendants.
Please PRINT copies of all your orders and be prepared to present them to attendants.
Click HERE to place your donut order online.
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Sun10May2020
12-2pmFox Valley Wildlife Center
"Baby season" is in full swing at Fox Valley Wildlife Center and Anderson Animal Shelter, so we are hosting a drive-thru Baby Shower at both locations, for our new arrivals!
On Mother's Day, we invite people to bring donations of items or cash to help support the baby animals!
Baby Shower Donations can be dropped off at
Fox Valley Wildlife Center or at Anderson's Main Shelter
on Sunday, May 10 between 12pm - 2pm.
Fox Valley Wildlife Center:
45W061 IL-38
Elburn, IL 60119
"Baby Registry" List
Anderson Animal Shelter:
1000 S La Fox Street
South Elgin, IL 60177
"Baby Registry" List
We will safely take donations using masks and gloves directly from your vehicle's trunk and everyone will get a baby shower favor and thank you for their life saving donations!
Registry items can be purchased at:
Amazon for online delivery
Petco in Bloomingdale, IL for curbside delivery
Pet Supplies Plus in North Aurora, IL for curbside delivery
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Fri19Jun2020
9:00 amSettler’s Hill Golf Course in Batavia
Due to the restrictions surrounding COVID-19 and the limitations placed on golf courses in Illinois, we have decided to postpone the 2020 Critter Classic Golf Outing. We are hoping to reschedule this event for later this summer and will keep you updated!
Join us for a great day at the Critters Classic Golf Outing! Tickets include golf, cart, barbecue lunch at the Settlers Hill Golf Course in Batavia . There will be raffles and contests as well!
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Sat15Aug2020
8:00 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Sat05Sep2020
8:00 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Sun04Oct2020
12-4 pmFox Valley Wildlife Center
Come get a glimpse of what our center looks like at our open house! This is the one day of the year that we open our doors to the public. Come take a tour of our facility and see where we care for our animals throughout the year. Our patients will not be available for viewing but our education ambassadors will make appearances throughout the day. No reservation is required.
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Sat31Oct2020
5:45 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Sat28Nov2020
4:30 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Sat12Dec2020
4:30 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Sun17Nov2019Fri28Feb2020Are you an amateur photographer? Interested in taking photos of Illinois wildlife? Submit your entries in the Fox Valley Wildlife Center 2020 Photo Contest. Winners will be announced at the Annual Dinner Auction in April and featured in the 2021 FVWC Calendar. Entries are $10 each and must be submitted with the 2020 Photo Contest Submission Form and Rules.
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Thu02Jan202011:30 amTown and Country Library, Elburn
Come to Wildlife Story Time at the Town and Country Library in Elburn! This event is free for ages 2 and up, with a guardian. Since Fox Valley Wildlife Center relies on donations, a monetary donation or items off our wish list are always appreciated! Click here to register.
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Sat25Jan20207:00 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for the hoots of owls. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Mon27Jan202010:00 amTown and Country Library, Elburn
Come to Wildlife Story Time at the Town and Country Library in Elburn! This event is free for ages 2 and up, with a guardian. Since Fox Valley Wildlife Center relies on donations, a monetary donation or items off our wish list are always appreciated! Click here to register.
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Sat08Feb20205:30 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Fri14Feb2020Fri13Mar2020
With six delicious flavors to choose from, select your favorite pastry, or try a new flavor, and it will be delivered to Fox Valley Wildlife Center. The 22 oz. pastry is only $14 and is ready for you to thaw, rise, bake and enjoy! Be sure to order now, as sales end March 13. Orders should be picked up from Fox Valley Wildlife Center on March 21, between 11am and 12pm. If you require an alternate pickup date, please email Andrea, at a-krueger@sbcglobal.net, to make other arrangements.
Allergen Notice: This product may contain Egg, Milk, Soy and Wheat. This product is manufactured in a facility and on equipment which processes nut products.
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Fri14Feb2020Fri13Mar2020
Choose from six tasty flavors, select your favorite, or try something new, and it will be delivered to Fox Valley Wildlife Center. At only $16, your order contains 40 pre-portioned dough balls ready to bake and enjoy! Be sure to order now, as sales end March 13. Orders should be picked up from Fox Valley Wildlife Center on March 21, between 11am and 12pm. If you require an alternate pickup date, please email Andrea, at a-krueger@sbcglobal.net, to make other arrangements.
Allergen Notice: This product may contain Egg, Milk, Soy and Wheat. This product is manufactured in a facility and on equipment which processes nut products.
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Mon17Feb202011am-12pmTown and Country Library, Elburn
Children in 2nd to 8th grades are invited to join us on their day off school to learn about Herps. We will explore the similarities between ectotherms, how scientists group them and the unique characteristics of this group. This program includes activities, discussions, and animal ambassador visits. Program is free, but donations from our wish list are always welcome.
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Mon24Feb202010:00 amTown and Country Library, Elburn
Come to Wildlife Story Time at the Town and Country Library in Elburn! This event is free for ages 2 and up, with a guardian. Since Fox Valley Wildlife Center relies on donations, a monetary donation or items off our wish list are always appreciated! Click here to register.
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Sat14Mar20207:00 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Sat21Mar202011am-12pmFox Valley Wildlife Center
Butter Braid Pastry or Wooden Spoon Cookie Dough orders should be picked up March 21, between 11am and 12pm at Fox Valley Wildlife Center, in Elburn Woods Forest Preserve. If you are unable to pickup at this date and time, please contact Andrea, at a-krueger@sbcglobal.net. Order by March 13, by clicking here. Thank you for supporting FVWC!
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Sat21Mar20202-5pmThe Chilled Palette, Geneva
The Chilled Pallet has Postponed the Paint Your Pet!
If you have purchased tickets, a date will be selected in the future. Please email them with any questions, thechilledpalette@gmail.comJoin The Chilled Palette in raising money for Fox Valley Wildlife Center! A portion of your registration fee will go directly to FVWC! You can either paint your pet, (please bring a photo of your pet to the event) or you can paint Zephyr, Fox Valley Wildlife Center's screech owl ambassador. Zephyr will make an appearance! Registration will end on March 17th and is $40 per person. Click here to register on The Chilled Palette website.
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Sat11Apr2020Sat18Apr2020Online
Our Online Auction is now OPEN!!!
Bidding Closes: Saturday, April 18th at 7pmRegister for the Online Event here!
You can choose to Create an Account FOR FREE by clicking on the “Sign In” button at the top right of the online auction website.
There you will be asked to “Request an Account” that allows you to register for free. You will be asked to confirm your account details through email verification.
You can also choose to “Buy Tickets” at the top right of the auction page, which will give you 2 options of creating an online auction account AND making a donation that is 100% tax-deductible.Special Online Event -April 18th
At 5:30pm, on Anderson’s website, we will host a Special Video Announcement with Live Streaming!Get Ready for the Online Event here!
We need your help now, more than ever.
Funds raised by this year’s Auction will help thousands of orphaned wild babies. And, beginning with this year’s event, your donation will go even farther than it has before, allowing us to support the care of homeless dogs, cats, puppies and kittens, as we have recently merged with Anderson Animal Shelter. If you choose, you can designate your donation to support the care of wildlife or dogs/cats.Like the whole country, we have been impacted by COVID-19 and we’ve had to make changes to our programs and events to keep our community safe. As a result, we need your help more than ever.
We hope you’ll join us on this exciting virtual adventure!
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Sat18Apr20205:30 pmwww.andersonanimalshelter.org
Visit Anderson Animal Shelter's website, www.andersonanimalshelter.org, at 5:30 pm on Saturday, April 18th for a Special Live Event. Don't be late or you'll miss some of the excitement! For the best experience, watch the Virtual Event on your laptop while bidding on auction items on your mobile phone!
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Sat02May202010am - 4:30pmKuipers Family Farm
Enjoy some of Kuipers famous Apple Cider Doughnuts while you help Fox Valley Wildlife Center care for orphaned and injured wildlife.
No need to wait until fall to enjoy some of their farm favorites plus you can feel good about supporting a local farm AND animals in need. Fox Valley Wildlife Center relies solely on donations to care for orphaned or injured wildlife. During the COVID19 crisis we are experiencing financial strains due to reduced donations along with added challenges in basic animal care due to the inability to accept volunteers into the facility to assist. In an effort to help Fox Valley Wildlife Center, Kuipers will be donating $2 from the sale of every dozen doughnuts.
Preorders are STRONGLY suggested and will facilitate your drive thru experience in a quick and safe manner. Safe social distancing practices will be in effect upon your arrival at the farm. Please stay in your car and follow the directions of the attendants.
Please PRINT copies of all your orders and be prepared to present them to attendants.
Click HERE to place your donut order online.
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Sun10May202012-2pmFox Valley Wildlife Center
"Baby season" is in full swing at Fox Valley Wildlife Center and Anderson Animal Shelter, so we are hosting a drive-thru Baby Shower at both locations, for our new arrivals!
On Mother's Day, we invite people to bring donations of items or cash to help support the baby animals!
Baby Shower Donations can be dropped off at
Fox Valley Wildlife Center or at Anderson's Main Shelter
on Sunday, May 10 between 12pm - 2pm.Fox Valley Wildlife Center:
45W061 IL-38
Elburn, IL 60119
"Baby Registry" ListAnderson Animal Shelter:
1000 S La Fox Street
South Elgin, IL 60177
"Baby Registry" ListWe will safely take donations using masks and gloves directly from your vehicle's trunk and everyone will get a baby shower favor and thank you for their life saving donations!
Registry items can be purchased at:
Amazon for online delivery
Petco in Bloomingdale, IL for curbside delivery
Pet Supplies Plus in North Aurora, IL for curbside delivery -
Fri19Jun20209:00 amSettler’s Hill Golf Course in Batavia
Due to the restrictions surrounding COVID-19 and the limitations placed on golf courses in Illinois, we have decided to postpone the 2020 Critter Classic Golf Outing. We are hoping to reschedule this event for later this summer and will keep you updated!
Join us for a great day at the Critters Classic Golf Outing! Tickets include golf, cart, barbecue lunch at the Settlers Hill Golf Course in Batavia . There will be raffles and contests as well!
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Sat15Aug20208:00 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Sat05Sep20208:00 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Sun04Oct202012-4 pmFox Valley Wildlife Center
Come get a glimpse of what our center looks like at our open house! This is the one day of the year that we open our doors to the public. Come take a tour of our facility and see where we care for our animals throughout the year. Our patients will not be available for viewing but our education ambassadors will make appearances throughout the day. No reservation is required.
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Sat31Oct20205:45 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Sat28Nov20204:30 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
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Sat12Dec20204:30 pmElburn Forest Preserve
Join us as we journey into the Elburn Forest Preserve to listen for wildlife. Families are welcome. No flashlights nor owl calls please, as we do not want to disturb the natural calls of these majestic animals. Hike begins at the FVWC parking lot. $5 per person. Register online or in-person at the wildlife center.
