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Illinois Extension announces Emily Hansen's new role in natural resources education
OTTAWA, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension is pleased to announce that Emily Hansen has transitioned into a new role as Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Educator, serving Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, and Putnam counties.Previously a Commercial Agriculture Educator, Hansen...

Illinois Extension expands environmental outreach to meet growing need
URBANA, Ill. — A handful of University of Illinois Extension staffing changes mean four more educators in the northern part of the state are sharing their energy, environment, and natural resources expertise...

Annual Fall Field Day Expands Through New Partnership with LaSalle County Farm Bureau
University of Illinois Extension and Illinois Valley Community College Agriculture welcomed farmers, agribusiness professionals, students, and community members to the annual Fall Nutrient Field Day on September 11. While the event has long been a collaboration between IVCC Agriculture and...

Master Naturalists help restore habitat at Plum Island Eagle Sanctuary
OTTAWA, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalist volunteers are helping protect and restore an important wildlife habitat along the Illinois River through ongoing stewardship work at Plum Island Eagle Sanctuary near Starved Rock State Park.Owned and managed by the...

LaSalle County Master Naturalist volunteer assists with wildlife conservation research at Nachusa Grasslands
OTTAWA, Ill. – University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalist volunteers contribute thousands of hours each year to conservation, education, and stewardship efforts across Illinois. This spring, Master Naturalist volunteer Dave Brewer participated in a unique wildlife monitoring project at...