We invite you to join us on an outdoor winter adventure on Saturday February 3, 2024, at 9:00 am with church family and friends. We’ll nourish our souls and enhance our mental, spiritual, and physical health on our third FVPC Winter Eco Walk.

The location is Les Arends Forest Preserve, a small preserve in Batavia that protects over 3,600 feet of Fox River shoreline. The paved Fox River Regional Bike trail runs the length of the preserve, and there are additional paved trails along the river. Outcroppings of dolomite bedrock can be seen at various points along the trail, adding a picturesque charm to the landscape. Les Arends is partly wooded, with some nice specimen of White and Chinkapin Oak. Mill Creek feeds into the Fox River in the southern portion of the preserve. Les Arends is off Route 31, north of Mooseheart Road and south of the City of Batavia.

We will focus on the quiet of the woods along the Fox River reflecting on our connection with nature, wildlife, and all of God’s creation. The experience will open our eyes to the beauty and majesty of this season and allow some quiet rejuvenation.

We expect to spend about two hours, so check the weather and dress accordingly. The trail is fully accessible (paved) when it is not snow or ice covered (it is not routinely plowed). It is an activity for all ages and abilities. No sign up needed.

Organizer for this event: Jeff Mengler