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Trash Blast at Giant City State Park

County: Jackson

Illinois Extension is partnering with the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) at Giant City State Park to protect our local natural resources by hosting a fall Trash Blast on June 13…

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Preserving Practice: Pressure Canning Green Beans

County: Winnebago

Green beans are a summer favorite for many home gardeners. With their ease of cultivation, high yields, and versatility, they are among the most commonly grown vegetables in home gardens. If you…

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Perry and Randolph County 4-H Horse Show

County: Randolph, Perry

The Perry and Randolph County 4-H Horse Show will be held at the Randolph County Fairgrounds on Saturday, June 13, beginning at 1 p.m.

Those participating must be registered 4-H youth…

Glass jars filled with colorful fruit jams, jellies, and preserves, surrounded by fresh raspberries and citrus fruits against a rustic wooden background.

Summer Jam and Jelly Canning Workshop

County: Christian
Love making jam and want to enjoy fresh summer berries all year? Join Extension for a fun Saturday morning learning how to safely make and preserve jams and jellies using the boiling water bath…
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Bat Acoustic Walk

Dayton Bluffs Preserve
County: LaSalle
Join us for an immersive nocturnal hike where you'll use specialized acoustic detectors to listen for the inaudible calls of bats. Learn about about the 13 species of bats that call Illinois home,…

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4-H Memorial Camp Youth Summer Session 3

General registration is open!

Adventure awaits you at every turn at 4-H Memorial Camp. Every day is packed with activities that will challenge you to try new and exciting things. Best of all, you…

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Birdwatching Hike

Lake Kakusha
County: LaSalle

Led by an experienced birder and Master Naturalist, this two-hour walk offers a chance to observe a variety of species at Lake Kakusha in Mendota. This hike is appropriate for birders of all ages…

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Nature Journaling Workshop

Lake Kakusha
County: LaSalle

Discover how to slow down, look closely, and connect more deeply with the natural world through the practice of nature journaling. During this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to…

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From Seed to Sale

The Economics of Sweet Corn
County: Montgomery

Many times, consumers don't understand all of the "costs" that go into the production of a product. In mid-Illinois, popular small business ideas include selling sweet corn. In this program, we…

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Perry and Randolph County 4-H Livestock Show

County: Perry, Randolph

The Perry and Randolph County 4-H Livestock Show will be held at the Perry County Fairgrounds on Monday, June 15, beginning at 8 a.m.

Those participating must be registered 4-H youth…

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