Events
Block Reference
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…
Spring Birds & Blooms
County: Macon
This workshop is designed for anyone who wants to learn - no experience needed, just curiosity and a love for nature. Join us for a day of fun, discovery, and hands-on learning!Throughout the…
Gardenfest - ready, set, grow
McHenry County
County: McHenry
Explore the latest gardening trends, techniques, and tools during this daylong series of seminars for gardeners of every skill level.
Held annually, Gardenfest is sponsored by McHenry County…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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 Archery Recruitment Shoot
DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt County 4-H
4-H Shooting Sports Archery recruitment Shoot 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…
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…