Events
Junior Master Naturalist Program
Soar into the World of Raptors with the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists!
Discover the fascinating lives of Illinois’ birds of prey through interactive, hands-on experiences…
4-H Vegetable Gardening Workshop
Join this workshop to learn how to draw a garden plan, when and where to start gardening, how to start seeds, and the essentials for growing a thriving vegetable garden. 4-H members who are…
4-H Reading and Art Hour
YQCA Training
4-H members exhibiting a live animal at the 2026 4-H shows in one of the following project areas are required to complete this training every year: Beef, Dairy, Goat, Sheep, Swine
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Certified Livestock Manager Training | Freeport
Staff can get certified through one of University of Illinois Extension and the Illinois…
Cook and Connect with Extension
Join Illinois Extension for Cook and Connect, a hands-on cooking experience designed for youth ages 9–13. Participants will explore new flavors, practice teamwork, and learn mindful eating habits…
Wits Workout
Keeping your brain healthy should be a priority throughout your life – not just in your later years. The Wits Fitness Brain Health program has been in existence since 2015. Adults meet regularly…
Clark County Agronomy Summit
University of Illinois Extension is holding the Clark County Agronomy Summit this winter to provide…
Cover Crop Conversations: Farmer-to-Farmer Insights Across Illinois
Learn where to start with cover crops from farmers already growing them.Thought about incorporating cover crops into a current farming operation? University of Illinois Extension is offering…
Pruning Grapes and Other Small Fruits Workshop at the Refuge Food Forest
On Wednesday, February 25th, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM, come to the Refuge Food Forest (701 E Lincoln St, Normal, IL. 61761) and learn the basics of grape and other small fruits pruning techniques.…