Events
4-H Public Speaking Contest
Pasture Improvement: The Basics and Beyond
The “Pasture Improvement: The Basics and Beyond” series will focus on management strategies to improve pasture productivity and resilience. The sessions build upon each other by highlighting…
Wily and Wild Animal Invaders in Illinois
Across the U.S., including Illinois, many non-native wildlife species have found their way into new environments where they can be a threat. Explore the…
Conservation Conversations
Sustainability on the Farm is a series of educational programs designed to empower farmers and landowners with the knowledge and tools to implement sustainable agricultural practices on their land…
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Certified Food Protection Manager Course
2026 DeWitt, Macon, Piatt Public Speaking Contest
Divisions for the contest include:
Formal SpeechSelf-written | Notecards allowed | No props or costumes | Individual | 4-5 minutes (Beginner) 5-6 minutes (Advanced)Illustrated SpeechSelf-…
Wild Neighbors: Coyotes
Coyotes are one of the most misunderstood species in Illinois and the U.S. They conjure up mixed feelings of fear, anger, and, for some, wild beauty. There are many stories about…
4-H Super Saturday
All 4-H members ages 5-18 are invited to participate. Cost is $25 per participant. Participants are asked to register by Friday, March 6. Class sizes will be limited so early registration is…
Pancake Day
Stop by the Sparta VFW Post on Saturday, March 21, for an all-you-can-eat breakfast with proceeds supporting Randolph County 4-H.
Hosted by the Randolph County Foundation, pancake day has…
Migratory Birdwatching Hike
Led by an experienced birder and Master Naturalist, this two-hour walk offers a chance to observe a variety of species during their spring migration through Illinois at Amboy Marsh, an Illinois…