Events

Nature Journaling: Nature in Words

Facilitator: Laura BlackabyDate: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocation: Spring Creek Preserve
Access is from Spring Creek Road. The parking lot is about 0.2 miles east of…

Basic Tree Care

Trees require care to ensure they stay healthy and thrive. Mary Grapperhaus, a retired Natural Resources Coordinator for Illinois Department of Natural Resources will be showing participants how…

Nature Wellness Walk-October

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…

Timber!

Join us with Kevin Mandrell and learn the behind-the-scenes of cutting down trees and how to do it safely. At this event, you will first-hand see the equipment used! We will also learn how to connect…

Fall Migration Birding Walk

Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day by joining Illinois Extension for a guided Fall Migration Birding Walk at Lake Kakusha in Mendota. Fall migration is an exciting time for birdwatchers, with more…

Sibley Burr Oak Grove Work Day 2026

Community members are invited to join the East Central Illinois Master Naturalists for a fall workday at Sibley Burr Oak Grove Nature Preserve on Saturday, Oct. 10.

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Ogle County Farm Stroll

Join us at the OGLE COUNTY FARM STROLL, a self-guided TOUR of ten INCREDIBLE Ogle County family farms, and YOU get to decide YOUR ROUTE. Hit one farm or ALL ten—wander, taste, learn, repeat. …

Pumpkin Extravaganza

Join us for the sixth annual Pumpkin Extravaganza, a free, family-friendly event celebrating all things pumpkin! Hosted by the University of Illinois Extension, this outdoor gathering invites…

Echoes and Embers Art Camp

Explore this hands‑on arts day where youth explore creativity in nature through new ways to experiment, make, and express themselves. From bold art techniques to quiet moments of noticing the…

Public Speaking Workshops

Grow life skills while having fun!

Learn basic techniques to improve your presentation and speaking skills! Workshop participants will:

Grow confidence in speakingPractice voice controlLearn to…