Events

Wee Nats

Wetlands
County: Winnebago

Join the University of Illinois Extension for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they will learn about different environmental education topics…

Let's Walk | Belvidere

Free walking program
County: Boone
Get outside and be ACTIVE! Join us for a refreshing stroll and discover the countless benefits of walking for adults of all ages. Meet at the playground. Every Monday and Friday at 5 PM,…

Gardening with Wildlife

Spring Break Gardening Series
County: JoDaviess

Do you enjoy watching nature outside your window? Deer, squirrels, rabbits, and other four-legged visitors to your garden can be entertaining but also very destructive. During this program we will…

Tree Health Assessment | Cherry Valley

County: Winnebago

Tree health can be challenging to determine, but routinely checking your tree may help you notice problems as they appear.

Boone County Master Gardener intern Tenley Erickson-Ranum will…

Honey and Health: Nature's Sweet Treat | Lessons at the Library | Oregon

County: Ogle

Honey is nature's perfect gift, produced from the nectar of flowers. There are 320 varieties of honey, which vary in color, odor, and flavor depending on local flowers. The popularity of honey has…

Honey and Health: Nature's Sweet Treat

Lessons for Living Webinar Series 2025
Learn more about honey and its benefits.

Honey is nature's perfect gift, produced from the nectar of flowers. There are 320 varieties of honey, which vary in color, odor, and flavor depending on…

Let's Walk | Belvidere

Free walking program
County: Boone
Get outside and be ACTIVE! Join us for a refreshing stroll and discover the countless benefits of walking for adults of all ages. Meet at the playground. Every Monday and Friday at 5 PM,…

Let's Walk | Belvidere

Free walking program
County: Boone
Get outside and be ACTIVE! Join us for a refreshing stroll and discover the countless benefits of walking for adults of all ages. Meet at the playground. Every Monday and Friday at 5 PM,…

Managing Common Squash and Pumpkin Pests

Four Seasons Gardening Webinar Series
Explore what visitors may stop by the garden before their arrival.

Pumpkins and squash are popular garden plants. However, many gardeners struggle with pests attacking their plants. Learn about…

The Meaning of Flowers - Floriography | Belvidere

County: Boone

Did you know that pink carnations mean gratitude and red roses mean love?

Various flowers and floral arrangements have taken on subtle and secret messages that allow us to express our…