The Forest Preserve District of Kane County
GPTKB entity
Statements (72)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instanceOf |
government agency
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gptkbp:area |
approximately 25,000 acres
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gptkbp:collaboratesWith |
local governments
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gptkbp:conducts |
environmental research
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gptkbp:coordinates |
community events
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gptkbp:encourages |
healthy lifestyles
volunteer involvement |
gptkbp:established |
1925
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gptkbp:features |
picnic areas
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gptkbp:has |
historical sites
playgrounds wildlife habitats educational exhibits interpretive signage multiple parks native plant species scenic overlooks wildflower gardens interpretive trails educational centers educational resources for teachers |
gptkbp:hosts |
nature walks
seasonal events |
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Forest Preserve District of Kane County
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gptkbp:includes |
lakes
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gptkbp:is_a_destination_for |
nature enthusiasts
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gptkbp:is_a_member_of |
gptkb:the_National_Association_of_County_Park_and_Recreation_Officials
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gptkbp:is_a_resource_for |
local schools
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gptkbp:is_a_venue_for |
community gatherings
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gptkbp:is_committed_to |
environmental stewardship
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gptkbp:is_governed_by |
a board of commissioners
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gptkbp:is_involved_in |
community outreach programs
habitat restoration projects land restoration projects regional planning efforts |
gptkbp:is_known_for |
its scenic beauty
its diverse ecosystems |
gptkbp:is_part_of |
the_Chicago_metropolitan_area
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gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
its conservation efforts
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gptkbp:locatedIn |
gptkb:Kane_County,_Illinois
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gptkbp:manages |
forests
nature preserves |
gptkbp:mission |
to protect and preserve natural areas
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gptkbp:offers |
educational programs
educational workshops fishing opportunities guided tours family-friendly activities seasonal programs outdoor education programs bird watching opportunities nature photography opportunities nature-based activities |
gptkbp:oversees |
trails
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gptkbp:partnerships |
local conservation organizations
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gptkbp:promotes |
outdoor activities
sustainable practices |
gptkbp:provides |
camping facilities
recreational opportunities biking trails nature education programs restroom facilities shelters for events access to waterways access to trails for horseback riding access to picnic shelters access to scenic views |
gptkbp:receives |
funding from property taxes
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gptkbp:supports |
local artists
community health initiatives local ecology wildlife conservation |