Events

Fossil Identification Workshop

Join us for a fascinating exploration of Illinois' prehistoric past. This hands-on program is designed for fossil enthusiasts of all ages and will provide participants with the knowledge and…

Rooted

2026 ROOTED SPONSORS
Leafing Out Level
Green Guerrilla | Possibility Place Nursery | Ball Horticultural
Strong Stem Level
The Conservation Foundation | The…

Mercer County 4-H Soup Dinner

Join us for a warm and delicious evening in support of the Mercer County 4‑H Program!Each 4‑H club will be featuring its own homemade soup. You’ll get to sample them all, then vote for your favorite…

McHenry County 4-H Public Speaking Contest

One of the most important skills that 4-H members can learn is to speak in front of a group. In 4-H, members have many opportunities to practice this skill. Besides doing presentations at the club…

Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop

Learn to cut with confidence at one of our fruit tree pruning workshops this winter. After a demonstration and introduction to the principles of pruning, our instructors will guide you through…

4-H Reading and Art Hour

Spend an afternoon with Ford County 4-H at the Paxton Carnegie Library (254 S Market St, Paxton, IL 60957) for our 4-H Reading and Art Hour on Monday, February 23.We would love to share a time of…

4-H Poultry Workshop

4-H Volunteer Braylee Gilmore will be teaching the basics of poultry care and sharing her passion for poultry as a 4-H project. For youth ages 8-18. 

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…

Illinois Watershed Steward Spring 2026

University of Illinois Extension, along with Adams County Farm Bureau, is offering a new Illinois Watershed Steward program for members of our communities. This program engages participants as…