Forest Management Plan Workshop

Join Chris Evans, University of Illinois Extension Forestry Specialist, for a Forest Management Plan Workshop on Saturday, October 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Elizabeth Community Building,…

Creatures of the Night

Join us for an enchanting evening at Fugate Woods Nature Preserve! Learn about the nocturnal creatures that call this area home, including bats, owls, skunks, raccoons, and opossums. After the…

Round 2 of Out-of-This-World Aerospace Workshop with Ralph Rounds!

Ralph Rounds is back for another round of space-tastic fun! Mark your calendars, tell your friends, and get ready for a morning full of fun, learning, and space excitement. Join us on Saturday,…

Fabric Fanatics: Seams and Service

Fabric Fanatics 4-H Club will host a workshop and community service project on Saturday, Oct. 19. Participants (ages 8-18) will be making Ice Pack Covers and Fabric Fidgets to donate to local…

2024 4-H Barn Dance

Barn Dance fun for all 4-H members

You’re invited to join us for a fun-filled Barn Dance on October 19. Come enjoy an evening of dancing, music, and great company. We can’t wait to see you there!…

4-H Officer Training

We encourage all youth interested in becoming an officer in their 4-H club to attend to learn more about officer positions and leadership roles. For those already elected as an officer, it is…

Trees and Fall Leaves Workshop at Schurmeier Teaching Forest

As the leaves change colors, the University of Illinois Extension and the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation invite youth aged 6-12 and their families to join a free outdoor adventure at the Trees…

Unit-Wide Community Service Project

Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people in our community! We are seeking donations of new clothing for youth aged 5-18. Your contributions will provide essential support to…

Saddle Up for Success 4-H Horse Clinic

Join leaders of the 4-H Boots N Spurs Equine Club for an afternoon learning about and practicing speed racing events, including barrels, plug and flag race. Before riding, we will cover horse…

Indian Kitchen - Lusk Creek Canyon Ecology Hike

Learn about plants, wildlife, and nature as we hike through this ecologically important and very scenic area. Portions of Lusk Creek Canyon are owned and managed by the Shawnee National Forest…