Peoria County Embryology in the Classroom Spring 2020
University of Illinois Extension Peoria County is pleased to offer the 4-H School Enrichment Embryology in the Classroom program to area teachers. This program is designed to provide elementary and high school teachers with knowledge and resources on the chicken’s egg, its importance to man, and...
Fulton 4-H Shooting Sports To Hold Spring Session
University of Illinois Extension announces that the Fulton County 4-H Shooting Sports Program will begin its spring session in April. Registration materials are available online at ...
Fulton 4-H Barrow Tattooing and Weigh-Ins
Those who want their barrows to be eligible for the County Rate-of-Gain Contest or the Illinois State Fair Premiere Contest must have their barrows weighed and tattooed before theyare 35 days old. For State Fair, all barrows must have been farrowed on or after January 1, 2020. For State Fair...
Master Gardener Training Offered Spring 2020
Do you have an interest in gardening? Would you like to learn more? Let University of Illinois Extension teach you all about horticulture and the ways you can help others learn to grow.
University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener training is being offered in the spring. Training...
Peoria 4-H Karate Club Begins Spring Session
The Central States Shotokan Karate 4-H club teaches authentic traditional karate in a stimulating, professional and informative class atmosphere that can be enjoyed by participants of all ages (both boys and girls).
Program Dates: Classes meet every Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Kickapoo...
Illinois Master Naturalist Program Accepting Applications for June Training
University of Illinois Extension, Fulton-Mason-Peoria-Tazewell Unit will be offering Illinois Master Naturalist training this summer for two weeks, in June. Training classes will meet ten days, Monday-Friday, June 8-19; from 9 am to 4 pm. Space is limited. To being the application process go to...
Fulton County 4-H Offers College Scholarships
University of Illinois Extension’s 4-H Program in Fulton County announces college scholarships being offered to Fulton County 4-H members.
Several scholarships, in various amounts, will be awarded to county 4-H members at his or her high school graduation or awards program. One group of...
Farm Women are Decision Makers – Annie’s Project Prepares Them Well
Farm women are generating a cultural tide in American agriculture that is moving management, assets, and opportunities to a new wave of farmers across the country. At Annie’s Project courses, farm women become empowered to be better business partners or sole operators through networks and by...
Mason Bees Workshop
Stress from chemicals and loss of habitat can put pressure on native bee populations. There are a variety of ways we can help support the native bee population. Join University of Illinois Extension staff to learn more about Mason Bees, create a simple bee hotel and learn the most effective ways...
Winter Tree ID Walk at Spoon River College Arboretum
Cold weather may keep some people indoors but it offers the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself with a new adventure and new information. University of Illinois Extension Fulton-Mason-Peoria-Tazewell Master Gardeners and Naturalists have partnered with Spoon River College to offer a Winter...
Fulton 4-H Steer Tattoo and Weigh-In Date Announced
Those who want their steers to be eligible for the County Rate-of-Gain Contest, the Illinois State Fair Junior Show, or the Illinois State Fair Premiere Contest must bring their steer(s) to be weighed and tattooed at the date scheduled by University of Illinois Extension in Fulton County. ...
Illinois Extension to give Legislative Update to Statewide Local Officials
Illinois Extension's Community and Economic Development team will host a webinar that highlights new or upcoming legislative changes with a focus on those elements which will directly impact local governments across Illinois. The webinar, ...
Master Naturalists invest time and talents volunteering at Wildlife Prairie Park
Wildlife Prairie Park (WPP) is one of the many natural resource treasures in Illinois. Their mission of conservation, education, and recreation goes hand-in-hand with the mission of the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists (EMN) which is to provide educational opportunities that...
Community Service Is an Important Part of 4-H
Many 4-H clubs do community service projects throughout the year, but at Christmas time, they are especially busy with community service. Some of the activities that local 4-H clubs are doing are collecting canned goods and donating money to the food pantry; going shopping for food and helping...
4-H Clover Clinic Set For February 15
All youth ages 8-18 are invited to sign up and attend 4-H Clover Clinic on Saturday, February 15, at Illinois Central College in East Peoria. This multi-project workshop day is sponsored by University of Illinois Extension in Fulton, Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell Counties. 4-H membership is not...
Mason County 4-H Federation Members Spread Holiday Cheer Along with an Important Message
Local 4-H members are showing their thanks to area farmers in a big way this season. The gift looks small but in reality, it comes with a life-saving message.
Mason County 4-H Federation members recently partnered with the Mason County Farm Bureau on a holiday community service project...
Gardening webinars offer inspiration for warmer weather
Even though it is cold outside, there is still a chance to get involved in gardening. University of Illinois Extension offers webinars that help everyone learn more and inspire us to prepare for spring.
Four Seasons Gardening webinars are taught by horticulture experts and can be...
4-H 10 Gallon Challenge Service Learning Project Fostered Leadership and Generosity
Building generosity in young people though community service has always been a pillar of 4-H youth development. University of Illinois Extension staff led the way to take community service to the next level. Throughout 2019, 4-H clubs in Fulton, Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell counties combined...
Illinois Extension Develops Industrial Hemp Resources
Illinois producers did you grow hemp in 2019? Are you interested in giving it a shot in 2020? With the end of the growing season here, there are many hemp growers who will be looking to find processors and end buyers for their product. As this is an emerging industry without a developed supply...
