Past Programs
May 3rd Tuesday, 7:00 pm
Start in Your Yard / Wild Ones of Kane County
Start in Your Yard / Wild Ones of Kane County
The Elgin Izaak Walton League will be hosting the local initiative Start In Your Yard at the Hanover Township Izaak Walton Center located at 899 Jay St, Elgin, IL 60120.
Start in Your Yard is a growing initiative begun by Greater Kane County chapter of Wild Ones. They understand that the the region has become disconnected from the natural world, and our place in it, with disastrously consequences. Recognizing that the region is part of a great web, they are moved to become cooperative partners and share the land where we all live.
To begin, Start in Your Yard wants to replace some the of the endless lawn with native grasses, flowers, trees, and shrubs. They don't need to wait for governmental action. They want to remind us, that has homeowners, we are all empowered. We can step out today and begin making changes to provide respite for the biodiversity we displacing.
Start in Your would like to expand upon these ideas and talk about what is taking place in the Elgin area.
April 5th Tuesday, 7:00 pm
Arbor Day and Tree information from Bartlet Tree Experts
Arbor Day and Tree information from Bartlet Tree Experts
On Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 7pm we will be hosting a program on the importance of Urban Tree Health. The program will be presented by Brent Lundstrom, a certified Arborist. Brent started his career with Bartlett Tree Experts in June 2016 as a Plant Health Care Technician. During his time at Bartlett, Brent has performed the duties as a Groundsperson, Climber, Lead Plant Health Care Technician and most recently a Certified Arborist with the International Society of Arboriculture (IL-9761A). Brent's focus will be on maintaining overall tree health, safety, and overall appearance. Brent has been a resident of Illinois his entire life and participates in outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, and golf. He graduated from Western Illinois University with a Bachelor's degree in Law Enforcement and Justice Administration and a minor in Urban Forestry Management. Hanover Township Izaak Walton Center is on 899 Jay Street in Elgin.
March 1st Tuesday, 7:00 pm
Sat Watch and Information from the City of Elgin salt program
Sat Watch and Information from the City of Elgin salt program
On Tuesday, March 1st, the Elgin Chapter of the Izaak Walton League will be hosting a program on the City of Elgin’s plowing and salt program. Katie Thrun, the public works operation supervisor for the City of Elgin, will be discussing Elgin’s plowing and salting maintenance program. She has worked with city since 2004 and has been part of the Snow/Ice operations since 2017. Aaron Neal will also be co-presenting with her. Aaron oversees the entirety of the City’s snow/ice program and has been working with the City since 2004 as well.
Salt Watch, which is one of the Izaak Walton League’s hallmark programs, focuses on helping to reduce salt pollution in America’s streams and drinking water. It’s in its fifth year now and is part of the Leagues 100 year tradition of supporting and combating local water pollution and taking action to restore stream health.
The meeting will start at 7:00PM at Hanover Township Izaak Walton Center, 899 Jay street in Elgin.
