Woodland Restoration from Forests to Front Yards
Illinois' forests face numerous stressors, including invasive species, disease outbreaks, and shifting environmental conditions that have resulted in…
The Fuel to Fight Cancer
Nutrition is a tool to support cancer prevention, treatment, and care. This lesson will discuss research on how food can reduce cancer risk and…
Farm Safety for Youth: Keeping the Next Generation Safe
Young people are uniquely vulnerable to farm hazards, and children and teens make up a significant portion of injuries…
Natural Area Conservation in Illinois
Illinois is an innovator in natural areas conservation and management. Explore Illinois’ role in the natural areas movement, review conservation…
Resources to Address Deer Impacts to Woodlands
White-tailed deer are an important part of Midwestern forests, but their browsing has an impact on forest health. Explore…
Addressing Mental Health and Stress in Agriculture
Farming and ranching are filled with stressors like financial pressures, uncertain conditions, long hours, and…
September Cook County Nature Wellness Walk
Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led during these slow and leisurely walks that can lead to…
Navigating Changes as We Age
Everyone is aging, and many changes happen along the way - physically, mentally, and financially - in about every aspect of our lives. This…
October Cook County Nature Wellness Walk
Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led during these slow and leisurely walks that can lead to…
Resources for Farmers in Crisis
When injury, illness, or natural disasters strike, farmers and ranchers need help to continue operating. This program highlights two key…