Events

Celebration of the Fall Bird Migration Journey | Genoa

Join us for this Free Family Event — outdoor bird‑watching walk, where we’ll spot whoever’s flapping or chirping in the trees. Our leader will drop an educational talk about birds + migration, aka…

Boone County Farm Stroll

The annual Boone County Farm Stroll is back! We have two NEW farms this year participating — Meyers Family Farm in Capron and Farmers Rising in Caledonia. There is no beginning or end; you…

Active Moments, Healthier Days: Reducing the Risks of Too Much Sitting

Find practical ways to stay active throughout the day.

Even if you meet the recommended physical activity guidelines, spending long periods sitting can still affect your health. This session…

Fun with Food Science at Home

Join us for a fun and interactive virtual workshop, where you will learn about food science through tasty experiments! Learn about the science of tasting, discover how cream turns into butter,…

4-H World Explorers Club | Rochelle

Pack your (imaginary) bags — we’re going GLOBAL! The 4‑H World Explorers SPIN Club is kicking off its first meeting on Thursday, Sept 17, from 5:30–6:30 PM at the Flagg‑Rochelle Public Library (…

Nights in Nature | Genoa

Join us at the Natural Resource Education Center in Russell Woods Forest Preserve for an evening of guided hikes, songs by the fire, and campfire snacks. 

This free, family event is…

Illinois 4-H Road Trip: College & Career Readiness Conference

Registration Closes on September 25, 2026 About the Conference

Join us for the 2026 Road Trip: College & Career Day, a one-day conference designed for Illinois youth in grades 8–12 who are…

Nights in Nature | Genoa

Come out to the Natural Resource Education Center in Russell Woods Nature Preserve and take part in Nights in Nature! We will offer guided hikes in the forest, we will sing songs by the fire, and…

Ogle County Farm Stroll

Join us at the OGLE COUNTY FARM STROLL, a self-guided TOUR of ten INCREDIBLE Ogle County family farms, and YOU get to decide YOUR ROUTE. Hit one farm or ALL ten—wander, taste, learn, repeat. …

Echoes and Embers Art Camp

Explore this hands‑on arts day where youth explore creativity in nature through new ways to experiment, make, and express themselves. From bold art techniques to quiet moments of noticing the…