Events

Yes, You Can! Dehydrating Your Summer Produce

Dried foods are delicious, healthy, lightweight, and easy to store, use, and transport. In fact, drying is one of the oldest food preservation methods around. So, whether you are looking to lighten…

ServSafe Training and Exam

The Food Protection Manager Certificate course caters perfectly to those aiming for certification in Food Protection Management for Illinois. Through ServSafe, which boasts ANSI-CFP accreditation…

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 by certified forest bathing guides during these slow and…

Conservation Tours

Low impact, high reward.

What started a few years ago as a humble experiment has grown into something we truly love, a living, breathing space that feels like it jumped straight out of the pages of…

Nature Journaling Workshop

Discover how to slow down, look closely, and connect more deeply with the natural world through the practice of nature journaling.  During these hands-on workshops, participants will learn…

Yes, You Can: Preserving Practice: Jams and Jellies

Making jams and jellies at home is a simple and rewarding way to preserve food. With just fruit, sugar, pectin, and a few essential kitchen tools, you can create flavorful spreads your family will…

Macon County 4-H Shotgun Club Start Up

Macon County 4-H Shotgun Shooting Sports Club is guided by a Certified 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor. The focus of all 4-H programs is the development of youth as individuals and as responsible,…

Cultivating Care Food Donation Garden Stewardship Day 2

Gain confidence in the garden. Visit with Illinois Extension staff or volunteers on select Monday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Cultivating Care Garden. Learn how to water, weed, and harvest…

Youth Cooking School

Calling all young chefs ages 9–14! Join us for an exciting, hands-on culinary experience designed to build confidence and skills in the kitchen.

Participants will learn:

Basic cooking and…

Willy's Garden Week

Youth are invited to spend five days learning about plants, insects, and wildlife you might find in your own garden. Join the Master Gardeners in the Children's Auditorium at the Decatur Public…