Events at: Fox Ridge

Located at the South of the Lodge Entrance.

Fireside Stories at Starved RockSaturday Night Storytelling at Fox Ridge

  Every Saturday night June 8 – October 26 There’s no better place to spin a yarn or tell a tall tale than around the campfire! Make time each Saturday night from June 8 through October 26 at 7pm for Storytelling at Fox Ridge. The campfire will be roaring, the popcorn will be popped and the storytellers with be telling their tales – some of them true and some with a little bit of exaggeration peppered Read More

FEATURED IMAGE 225x175 FOX RIDGE FALCONRYWilderness Wednesday at Fox Ridge – “The Art of Falconry”

Wilderness Wednesday at Fox Ridge – Falconry 3pm Certified Falconer, Rich Escutia will open our eyes to the art and science of falconry.  Rich will be bringing along his hawks to help inform and demonstrate how these magnificent birds survive. This is a great opportunity to get a little closer to a bird of prey and admire its beauty and skill. Admission: Voluntary Donation For information call 815-220-7386.

Fireside Stories at Starved RockSaturday Night Storytelling at Fox Ridge

  Every Saturday night June 8 – October 26 There’s no better place to spin a yarn or tell a tall tale than around the campfire! Make time each Saturday night from June 8 through October 26 at 7pm for Storytelling at Fox Ridge. The campfire will be roaring, the popcorn will be popped and the storytellers with be telling their tales – some of them true and some with a little bit of exaggeration peppered Read More

Fireside Stories at Starved RockSaturday Night Storytelling at Fox Ridge

  Every Saturday night June 8 – October 26 There’s no better place to spin a yarn or tell a tall tale than around the campfire! Make time each Saturday night from June 8 through October 26 at 7pm for Storytelling at Fox Ridge. The campfire will be roaring, the popcorn will be popped and the storytellers with be telling their tales – some of them true and some with a little bit of exaggeration peppered Read More

DSC_0522Wilderness Wednesday at Fox Ridge – “Rockin’ with Geology Joe”

Wilderness Wednesday at Fox Ridge – “Rockin’ with Geology Joe” June 26 3pm So just how did those overlooks on the Illinois River form? How much water did it really take to carve out the canyons of Starved Rock State Park? Join us as we explore the long past and the present learning about the geological history of Illinois and our valuable river valley.  Our resident expert will share rock samples and interesting facts about Read More

Fireside Stories at Starved RockSaturday Night Storytelling at Fox Ridge

  Every Saturday night June 8 – October 26 There’s no better place to spin a yarn or tell a tall tale than around the campfire! Make time each Saturday night from June 8 through October 26 at 7pm for Storytelling at Fox Ridge. The campfire will be roaring, the popcorn will be popped and the storytellers with be telling their tales – some of them true and some with a little bit of exaggeration peppered Read More

CHUCK WAGON DINNER & SHOWChuck Wagon Dinner & Cowboy Show (June 30, 2013)

Slide out of the saddle, listen for the clang of the dinner bell and pull up a spoon… Once again, this, summer we will offer our Chuck Wagon Dinner & Cowboy Show. Choose from any of these dates: June 30, July 14 & 28, August 11 & 18 or September 8. Plan for an evening of tasty vittles and ole’ fashioned fun for the family at Starved Rock Lodge’s Chuck Wagon Dinner & Cowboy Show. You’ll enjoy a Read More

Fox RidgeWilderness Wednesday at Fox Ridge – “Wild about Wildflowers”

Wilderness Wednesday at Fox Ridge – “Wild About Wildflowers” June 3 3pm Explore the vibrant colors and varied species of Wildflowers found at Starved Rock State Park. Starved Rock State Park is ‘in bloom’ all summer long. This introductory session will familiarize you with the wildflowers found during the summer season and learn about their growing patterns. There will be a ‘make-&-take’ activity following your session.  This program is appropriate for all ages but recommended Read More

Fireside Stories at Starved RockSaturday Night Storytelling at Fox Ridge

  Every Saturday night June 8 – October 26 There’s no better place to spin a yarn or tell a tall tale than around the campfire! Make time each Saturday night from June 8 through October 26 at 7pm for Storytelling at Fox Ridge. The campfire will be roaring, the popcorn will be popped and the storytellers with be telling their tales – some of them true and some with a little bit of exaggeration peppered Read More

6856 petting zooWilderness Wednesday at Fox Ridge – “Getting to Know our Furry Friends”

Wilderness Wednesday at Fox Ridge – “Getting to Know our Furry Friends” Education Program & Petting Zoo July 10 August 21 3pm There’s nothing like a chance to snuggle with an animal considered not to be so snuggly. Deb Moreland of Furry Friends will present a program on characteristics and living habits of some familiar and not-so-familiar animal friends. After the program participants will have a chance to get up close and personal with a Read More