Events
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Wildflower Walk
County: Jersey
In this guided wildflower walk, participants will explore local landscapes, learn to identify native wildflowers, and discover why these plants matter to pollinators and ecosystems. Each…
Nature Journaling: Intro to Nature Journaling
County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell
Facilitator: Sarah SmithDate: Saturday, April 11, 2026Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Rain Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026Location: Forest Park Nature Center
5809 N Forest Park Dr., Peoria Heights…
Native Sapling Distribution
Fruit and Nut Shrubs for Cook Co Residents
County: Cook
Grown an edible yard with native fruit and nut trees and shrubs. Support urban ecosystems & wildlife, enhance landscapes, and produce food for human consumption. Because native plants are…
Little Grand Canyon Spring Hike and Bird
County: Jackson
Explore the Little Grand Canyon Trail loop on this interpretive hike with moderately difficult terrain and often slick rocks of around 3 miles. We’ll start at 9:30am and end at approximately 1:00pm…
4-H Archery Recruitment Shoot
DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt County 4-H
County: DeWitt, Macon, Piatt
Have you ever considered trying archery, or are you an experienced archer looking to join a 4-H Shooting Sports Club?All 4-H programs focus on developing young people into confident individuals and…
4-H Yeast Bread Workshop
County: Alexander, Johnson, Massac, Pulaski, Union
Have you ever wanted to learn how to make delicious homemade bread from scratch? Join us for a 4-H Yeast Bread Workshop and learn how to turn simple ingredients into warm, homemade bread you can…
April Nature Wellness Walk
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…
Wee Naturalists-Winnebago County Office
Baby Animals
County: Winnebago
Join the University of Illinois Extension for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they will learn about different environmental education topics through a…
4-H Horticulture Workshop - Let's Get Gardening!
DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt County 4-H
4-H Horticulture Workshop - Let's Get Gardening!Youth will have a chance to get their hands into the soil by planting early-season plant starts (grown by the Monticello High School…
Kendall County 4-H International Night
County: Kendall
Travel the World without leaving the suburbs3-4:30 p.m. - SUNDAY, APRIL 12 in YorkvilleWould you like to explore multiple countries just miles from home? At the annual 4-H International Night,…