From 9 am to 3 pm, in collaboration with DeKalb County Forest Preserve, this free event is offered for families to get outside, have fun, and explore an enjoyable destination. There will be various educational and recreational activities for the whole family!

Join the Illinois Soybean Association for an exclusive workshop to dive into the EPA's latest herbicide strategy and gain tools to ensure your operation stays ahead. Gain expert guidance, an interactive workshop, and in-person engagement. Nearest location is in Sycamore on Jan. 20, 2025.

The annual Gardeners' Pathway & Artisan Market returns in February 2025! Master Gardeners in DeKalb County and Proven Winners, are sponsoring this gardening mini-conference. The day will include a keynote speaker, three breakout sessions, lunch, and an artesian market. Stay tuned for more details.

University of Illinois Extension is pleased to announce the annual Northwest Illinois Agronomy Summit that will be held at Highland Community College Student Conference Center in Freeport, IL, on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, with the program running from 10 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. Register and view more details here.

The 2025 Master Gardener training will be limited to 20 people.  Preregister here.  The training includes eight select Thursday evenings with in-person lessons and possibly a couple of field trips, TBA.  Trainees will be responsible for studying out of class, which includes readings, viewing videos, and completing quizzes. The fee for the Master Gardener training is $200. This includes the printed manual for the training and educational supplies. 

We are excited that 4-H Camp Registration is Open! We will again be attending Rock River Christian Camp in Polo, Illinois. Camp is open to all youth ages 8-14 by June 8. You do not have to be in 4-H to attend. The dates have been set for Sunday, June 8 - Thursday, June 12, 2025.