Illinois Centennial Soil Archive
Ever wonder how our soil has changed over the last 100 years? Discover the incredible story behind the University of Illinois Soil Lab's Centennial Soil Archive Project. A key piece of…
Seed Saving
Interested in saving seeds from your garden? Effective seed saving involves more than just collecting seeds at the end of the season. Learn the principles of open pollination, variety isolation,…
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canceledMaster Gardener Hybrid Training 2026
Are you ready to take the next step in your gardening journey? University of Illinois Extension – Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, and Putnam counties is excited to be offering a Hybrid Training…
Fossils of the Illinois Valley
This engaging session will introduce participants to the remarkable fossils found throughout the region, with a special focus on the world-famous Mazon Creek fossil beds. Known for their…
Nutrient Field Day
Join us this fall for our Nutrient Field Day, co-hosted by Illinois Valley Community College Agriculture, Illinois Extension, and the LaSalle County Farm Bureau. This free event will feature…
Nature Walks at Illini State Park
Join us once a month through October for guided Nature Walks at Illini State Park. Led by a University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalist volunteer, each walk will explore a different…
Birdwatching Hike
Hydrangea Highway
Learn which hydrangea varieties perform best in our region, along with essential care and maintenance practices to keep plants healthy and blooming. The program will also cover proper pruning…
Indoor Edible Gardens
Gardening is not limited to outside in the summer. The Edible Indoor Garden shows you how to grow your own fresh herbs, salad greens, and more anytime of the year.
