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Chainsaw safety and Pruning Young Trees

Community Tree Care Series Webinars
Properly caring for trees fosters healthy and resilient communities.

Tree care isn't always led just by certified arborists, so Illinois Extension is ensuring that everyone has access to research-…

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Farming with Wildlife

Sustainability on the Farm
County: Marshall

Sustainability on the Farm is a series of educational programs designed to empower farmers and landowners with the knowledge and tools to implement sustainable agricultural practices on their land…

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4-H Public Speaking Workshop

County: Winnebago

At the Public Speaking Workshop, youth aged 8-18 will have the opportunity to learn how to write and perform a speech, focusing on how to effectively communicate their message to their audience.…

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Making Your Money Work

County: Macoupin

4-H is partnering with Carlinville National Bank to help youth navigate the world of financial responsibility. Participants will learn money facts, habits, and the differences between needs and…

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Floral Design Class | Oregon

County: Ogle
Join us for a free, informational introduction to the art of floral design! Hosted by University of Illinois Extension and the Rock River Center. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn…
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Big & Small Gardening

County: Lee, Carroll, Whiteside

All ages are invited to learn more about gardening with the Lee County Master Gardeners. This series will be held the first Tuesday of the month starting through April 2026, with some months…

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Southwestern Agronomy Summit

2026 Illinois Extension Agronomy Summits

Registration and the full event schedule will be available after December 1. For questions, please contact the event coordinator at the information below.

Strengthen farm management decisions…

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Master Gardener Training

County: Whiteside, Carroll, Lee
Join others who share a love of gardening and plants to continue learning and develop skills to share your knowledge with others. Classes begin February 3, 2026, and will take place Tuesdays, from 5-…
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DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt Master Gardener Training

Piatt County Master Gardener Training
County: Piatt, DeWitt

Start your Master Gardener volunteer experience by attending these Tuesday morning training sessions!

To become a Master Gardener, all you need is an interest in gardening, time to volunteer…

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Pesticide Applicator/Operator Testing

PM Session
County: Marshall

This is an in-person, test-only session.  All exams will be offered.

All exams can also be taken at scheduled in-person, test-only sessions hosted by the Illinois Department of…

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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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