This segment of the Fox River Bike Trail in South Elgin was christened “The Void” in August of 2011 by a taekwondo instructor and exercise enthusiast who was looking for a way to train for the Chicago Marathon and also to motivate others to pursue a healthy lifestyle through physical fitness. Since its inception, The Void has been an escape from conventional gym workouts with stereotypical personal trainers. It is composed of the physical location, along the Fox, as well as an online community of people with the same goal: to help motivate and encourage each other to have a strong mind and a healthy body. To give back and pay it forward. To lead by example. It gives every member the opportunity to push themselves to the best of their ability, without fear of judgment or discrimination, and with the benefit of encouragement and constructive assessment along the way.
The Void is a place to find inspiration. Not just a work out, but a lifestyle. You don’t have to be an extreme athlete or a fitness guru to participate. The only requirement is a positive attitude and a willingness to help others along their journey. Whether you are in training or just wishing to take control and pursue a more active healthy lifestyle, The Void is a place to congregate and learn without cost or agenda.
The Void proper begins at the parking coordinates: N 41° 59.699 W 088° 17.737, and ends at the top of the hill where you will find access to ground zero. Follow the bike path along the Fox River to enjoy a scenic walk, run, or bike ride to the cache. Or visit www.facebook.com/thevoid.lifestyle for updates on when members will be coming for group exercise, if you would like to combine geocaching with a Void workout!
The parking coordinates have been provided to allow you to experience The Void to the fullest! However, there is parking available closer to the cache if you are not interested in the pleasant 4 mile round trip stroll/run/bike along the Fox and just want to cache. Alternate parking may be found at: N 41° 57.851 W 088° 18.090. Of course, the Fox River Bike Trail extends for miles around The Void, from Algonquin to Aurora, so feel free to continue to explore the great beyond. Scenic trails and nature preserves, picturesque fishing holes, boat launches for kayaking and canoeing, and plenty of additional geocaches await. Happy Caching!
Please adhere to the following Kane County Forest Preserve guidelines when geocaching within Tekakwitha Woods:
1. Kane County Forest Preserve hours are 8:00 a.m. to sunset. Preserve users must not be in the preserves during closed hours.
2. Do not place the following items in the geocache: Food items, inappropriate, offensive, explosive or hazardous materials.
3. Please stay on designated trails as much as possible.
4. It is the visitor’s responsibility to be aware of the policies, rules and ordinances pertaining to this preserve. For more information on preserve rules, see the information kiosk in the parking lot of the preserve, check our website at www.kaneforest.com or contact the District office at (630) 232-5980.
5. All Forest Preserve District of Kane County ordinances and subsequent policies, rules, and regulations are applicable.
For more information about Tekakwitha Woods Forest Preserve, and the interesting history of its namesake Kateri Tekakwitha, please visit www.kaneforest.com. For more information about the Fox River Bike Trail, please visit www.northernfoxrivervalley.com.
Geocaching.com Disclaimer: Geocaching, hiking, backpacking and other outdoor activities involve risk to both persons and property. There are many variables including, but not limited to, weather, fitness level, terrain features and outdoor experience, that must be considered prior to seeking or placing a Cache. Be prepared for your journey and be sure to check the current weather and conditions before heading outdoors. Always exercise common sense and caution.
First to find has their choice of an unactivated travel bug or a The Void t-shirt. Beware of blood sucking fiends on your journey!