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Pressure Canner Dial Testing Clinic

June 2024 - Stephenson
County: Stephenson

Before using your pressure canner, have your dial gauge tested for accuracy. Testing will ensure your pressure canner reaches the appropriate pressure needed to process low-acid foods, such as…

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Explorers of the Deep

DeWitt, Macon and Piatt County 4-H Program

Explorers of the Deep returns!

This was the 4-H STEM Challenge from 2022. It involves learning about ocean health, exploration, and the science concepts behind submersibles.

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Preserving Practice Pressure Canning - Carrots

Yes, You CAN!
County: Stephenson

If you are interested in learning what it takes to preserve food safely, or perhaps you simply need a refresher, this class is for you. Yes! You Can:  Preserving Practice Pressure Canning -…

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CAPE: Community Action Projects for the Environment

County: Whiteside, Carroll, Lee

Are you motivated to take action to make your community and environment better for everyone? Grab your CAPE! Join 4-H in this unique, youth-led initiative to be changemakers. Community Action…

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Rend Lake Pollinator Garden Stewardship Days

June Session
County: Franklin

Illinois Extension is partnering with the US Army Corps of Engineers at Rend Lake Project Office to provide public pollinator garden stewardship opportunities at the Rend Lake Project Office and…

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Science Blast

Christian County
County: Christian

Get ready to blast off this summer at 4-H Science Camp! This action-packed program is designed to launch young scientists into a world of discovery. We'll be fizzing and creating colorful…

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What Type of Physical Activity is Best? – Heart & Sole Walking Club

Great Outdoors Month
County: Stephenson

Physical activity is a cornerstone for wellness, and although most of us know this, it is much easier said than done. Therefore, we must all be intentional about making physical activity and…

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Preserving Practice Pressure Canning - Green Beans

Yes, You CAN!
County: Winnebago

If you are interested in learning what it takes to preserve food safely, or perhaps you simply need a refresher, this class is for you. Yes! You Can:  Preserving Practice Pressure Canning - Green…

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DSAC Youth Gardening Class

County: Pope

Extension staff and volunteers are once again offering summer youth gardening classes at Dixon Springs Agricultural Center. These classes are a great way for local children to learn about…

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Balancing Blood Sugars: Diabetes Meal Planning

County: Macon

It's time to understand more about how carbohydrates and other nutrients impact your blood sugar. Let's plan meals together that improve blood sugar management using tools like carbohydrate…

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