Monarch Discovery: Fulton
The Iconic monarch butterfly is known for its long-distance migration to Mexico in the fall and its migration back to the US and Canada in the spring. The round-trip distance can be more than 6000…
Woodland Landowner Considerations for Forest Carbon Programs
In the past few years, opportunities for woodland landowners to participate in forest carbon programs have expanded across the Midwest. However, it can be difficult to understand if enrolling in a…
Inside Trauma-Focused Therapy for Youth: Understanding Treatment and Support
Trauma-focused therapies can play a powerful role in helping…
Identification of Common Prairie Grasses
Grasses play a big role in natural ecosystems — from controlling soil erosion to supporting pollinators to providing food for livestock — but telling one from…
Become Your Own Archaeologist
Become your own archaeologist! Discover what life looked like long ago through digging and examining artifacts. Participants will also learn valued traditions with a take-home bead making project…
Identification of Common Nuisance Grasses
Grasses play a big role in natural ecosystems — from controlling soil erosion to supporting pollinators to providing food for livestock — but telling one from…
ABCs of School Nutrition - Rockford
2026 Youth Crop Scouting Competition
A competition that prepares youth for life beyond the field.There is no better way to check in on a crop field than to take a walk down a row. Crop scouting gives farmers a heads-up about…
Managing for Oak Regeneration: What does Current Research Tell us?
Enhancing oak regeneration is a top priority in Illinois forests, but successfully establishing new oak seedlings is not always easy, and success is not guaranteed. This presentation will…
Health Horizons: Your Path to a Future in Healthcare
Interested in a career in the healthcare industry? Join us for our virtual event, Health Horizons: Your Path to a Future in Healthcare on August 5 at 6 p.m. to hear directly from the…