05/20/2026
Explore the Fox River by Kayak! 🚣 Our 2026 kayaking series offers less-strenuous river sessions for beginners, and 7-mile stretches for intermediate paddlers. Join us as we take to the water for a naturalist-led exploration of our fascinating, local ecology!
Fee: $89/person (includes use of kayak, personal floatation device and paddle) Or provide your own kayak for $45/person. Advance registration required. Visit www.kaneforest.com/register to reserve your spot, today. 🦅🌱🐟
Sunday, June 7; 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Meeting at: Voyageur Landing Forest Preserve
50 Airport Rd., Elgin
Paddle Distance: 4 miles
Skill Level: Beginner
Saturday, July 18; 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Meeting at: Ferson Creek Park
State Rte. 31, east of Wildrose Springs Dr., St. Charles
Paddle Distance: 4.5 miles
Skill Level: Beginner
Sunday, Aug. 2; 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Meeting at: Ferson Creek Park
State Rte. 31, east of Wildrose Springs Dr., St. Charles
Paddle Distance: 4.5 miles
Skill Level: Beginner
Saturday, Sept. 5; 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Meeting at: Voyageur Landing Forest Preserve
50 Airport Rd., Elgin
Paddle Distance: 7 miles
Skill Level: Intermediate
Saturday, Oct. 10; 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Meeting at: McCullough Park
150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora
Paddle Distance: 6 miles with portage
Skill Level: Intermediate
Participants meet and park at the take-out location and are shuttled to the put-in location. Choose any number of sessions; you may take one, two, or all six! Boaters must be at least 16 years old and be able to hold breath under water while wearing a properly fitted life jacket, independently turn from a face down to a face-up position keeping head above water, effectively communicate with the instructor and other participants, and manage all mobility and personal care independently or with the assistance of a companion. We require registration at least one week prior to the program.