FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 8, 2018

Importance of Fox River topic of October 18 Aurora University program The Fox River is one of the largest watersheds in the region and its importance as a natural and cultural feature to the region will be the topic of the program, “Why We Need The Fox River,” on Thursday, October 18 at 7 p.m. at the Tapper Recital Hall at Aurora University. Brook McDonald, president and CEO of The Conservation Foundation, will take those attending on a virtual trip down the Fox River to discover how its character changes as it flows downstream. The discussion will include the river’s beauty, ecology, and why it’s important to protect it for future generations. McDonald, who often canoes the river, will share his personal perspective on what the Fox River means to him. Registration is required and can be made online here and at alumni.aurora.edu under Events, Arts and Ideas. Tapper Recital Hall is located in the Schingoethe Center of Aurora University, 1315 Prairie St., Aurora, 60506. The Conservation Foundation is one of the region’s oldest and largest not-for-profit land and watershed conservation organizations, with more than 4,000 members. Founded in 1972, TCF has helped preserve more than 35,000 acres of open space, restored and cleaned miles of rivers and streams, and educated thousands of kids by engaging them in nature and the outdoors. TCF’s mission is to improve the health of our communities by preserving and restoring natural areas and open space, protecting rivers and watersheds, and promoting stewardship of our environment. Work is focused in DuPage, Kane, Kendall and Will Counties to preserve and restore nature in your neighborhood. Find out more at theconservationfoundation.org.

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