Events

FrogWatch USA Training

County: Champaign
The Champaign County Forest Preserves has partnered with the Illinois Extension Unit 13 Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy program to bring the FrogWatch USA Frog Call Monitoring Program to…

Diversity and Advocacy and Choosing Nursery Stock

Community Tree Care Series
Communities with healthy, viable trees are impacted through improved air quality and reduced stress.

Join this session set to empower tree people to advocate for the protection and expansion of…

Preventing Soil Loss on Your Farm

Cultivating Conversations Series
County: Lawrence
Preserve your lands by keeping soil on your fields.

When it comes to farming, there is no substitute for experience. This March, producers and landowners can connect with local Illinois farmers and…

Boosting Immunity: The Benefits of Physical Activity

Community Seminar Series: Springtime Science 2025
Learn how staying active boosts immunity, prevents chronic illnesses, and enhances well-being.

Discover how physical activity strengthens your body's natural defenses. Explore how staying active…

4-H Volunteer Training: Volunteer Roles in Supporting Life Skill Development Training

Join us for an upcoming Volunteer Training scheduled for Thursday, March 27; 6:30 – 7:45 PM. 

Creating a space where 4-H members can develop valuable life skills is a core element in helping…

Creating Stronger, More Sustainable Rural Economies

Understanding Rural Economics & Creating Stronger, More Sustainable Rural Economies
Discover how to revitalize rural communities and learn innovative economic growth strategies

Many once-thriving rural communities face economic collapse due to population decline, budget cuts, and…

Insects and Diseases

Growing Great Vegetables Webinar Series

NOTE: Registration is required for all sessions of the Growing Great Vegetables Series by Feb. 28. Space is limited and after Feb. 28, registration is closed. 

Discover pests and diseases…

What Can I Read? Who Can I Be? Exploring the Impact of Book Bans

Community Seminar Series: Springtime Science 2025
Explore the impact of book bans and what people can do to prevent them.

In an increasingly tense political landscape, book bans have become a topic of conversation nationwide. This talk discusses…

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Compost Ambassador Training

County: Cook, Ogle, Boone, DeKalb, Kane, DuPage, Kendall, Grundy, Kankakee, Will, Iroquois, Ford, Champaign, Vermilion, DeWitt, Macon, Piatt, Lake, McHenry, Douglas, Coles, Moultrie, Shelby, Cumberland, Edgar, Clark, Crawford
The Compost Ambassador program covers topics that will strengthen your ability to compost at home, teach others how and why they should compost, understand the science behind composting, learn about…

State 4-H Awards Banquet

Celebrate our state award winners!

The Illinois 4-H Awards and Scholarship program honors an amazing group of young people who have made 4-H and their communities the focus of their time and…