Conservation

Events

Illinois-Indiana Master Watershed Steward Program

June 6, 2024 - August 1, 2024

County

Cook

Blog Posts

ISAP Soil Health Leadership Program

May 6, 2024

Soil health is a vital component for productive fields, but it is a complex topic. The Illinois Sustainable Ag...

Uncovering the power of clover cover

April 5, 2024

Interested in diversifying your cover crop mix or exploring the power of clover cover? Episode 61 of the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction podcast...

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Master Naturalists put research into action around the state and in your backyard

April 2, 2024

What is a Master Naturalist? We get that question a lot at University of Illinois Extension. Master...

When water works – understanding nutrient pollution in Illinois

March 4, 2024

The lakes, rivers, and streams of Illinois are places of beauty. They’re also essential to life. Without clean water, there are no picnics on the...

News Releases

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April 2, 2024

Future forests rely on stewardship, knowledge of private landowners
FREEPORT, Ill. — A forest is many things. Trees provide food and shelter for wildlife. Their leaves clean the air, and their roots filter water, slow floods, and prevent soil erosion. Timber products are crucial to local economies and tourism. Forests and woodlands also once made up more...

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January 11, 2024

Explore green space stewardship practices, emerging trends at 2024 Gateway Green Conference
URBANA, Ill. — Evolving research and environmental changes make it more important than ever for professionals who work with trees, landscapes, natural areas, and parks to remain current with responsible stewardship practices, understand how to successfully manage emerging diseases and pests, and...

December 5, 2023

Discover how small actions can have a big impact with Everyday Environment series
URBANA, Ill. — Reconnect with nature this winter. Explore the impacts of the newest invasive species in Illinois, discover ways to protect waterways from nutrient pollution, and turn out the lights to explore dark skies with the...

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November 27, 2023

December program highlights Illinois Centennial Soil Archive Project
URBANA, Ill. — Illinois soils tell both a story and reveal a history of how soils have changed over the centuries. To understand more, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign needs help from residents and landowners. During a free program, ...

Videos

Water Conservation at Home

Conserving water can be simple with the right items in place and a few small habit changes. We all know the obvious “turn the water off” ways to save water, but what about considering water quality and how you can save some of the energy it takes to get water to your tap?

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