Events

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…

2025 State 4-H Shooting Sports Competitions: Shotgun
Illinois 4-H State Shoots in air rifle, archery, and shotgun are intended to provide an opportunity for teenage 4-H members to compete with those with like interests from throughout Illinois.…

Birding Walks with Master Naturalist Lily Glaeser
Join Master Naturalist, Lily Glaeser, to look at birds on September 28 from 8:30-10 a.m. at Giant City State Park Post Oak Trail: 460 Giant City Lodge Rd, Makanda, IL 62958. This event will…

Master Gardener Training 2025 Session 4

Sourdough Starter Made Simple
Ready to dive into the world of sourdough? Join us for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn how to create and care for your own sourdough starter from scratch! We’ll break down the science…

Trash Blast - Johnson County
Join us at Dutchman Lake in Johnson County October 3 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. for an opportunity to put your stewardship skills to work and help keep our forest areas beautiful. Be sure to register by…

Illinois State 4-H Dog Show
Save the date!The State 4-H Dog Show for youth who have been promoted from their county events will be held Saturday, October 4, 2025 at the Interstate Center in Bloomington.
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Certified Food Protection Managers

Wits Fitness Thomson | October
Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Kara Schweitzer each month as she leads participants through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain and maintain and enhance cognitive…

Wits Fitness Mt. Carroll | October
Do you wish your brain could be more agile? Is your memory not as sharp as you would like? Engage in interactive activities designed to enhance cognitive function and memory in Wits Fitness Brain…