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Pasture Improvement: The Basics and Beyond

County: JoDaviess

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…

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Afterschool Networking Group Meeting

County: Fulton, Mason, Peoria, Tazewell

Each month staff from any type of afterschool program are invited to this professional networking opportunity. The monthly meetings are designed to focus on resource sharing, connecting agencies…

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Anhydrous Ammonia Certified Grower Training

County: Marshall

Illinois growers who transport or apply anhydrous ammonia are required by state regulation (8 IAC 215) to complete Certified Grower Training. The certification is good for three years. 

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Fruit Tree Pruning

County: Macon
Come learn from the Macon County Master Gardeners why, when, and how to prune fruit trees for long-term health and productivity. Volunteers will demonstrate proper pruning techniques, and…

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4-H Junior Leadership Conference

Save the date! March 7–8, 2026

The Illinois 4-H Junior Leadership Conference (JLC) is an engaging, hands-on event designed for junior high 4-H members in 7th and 8th grade. It introduces youth to…

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Birdhouse Workshop

Nell's Woodland
County: LaSalle

Kids can get creative and learn about nature in this hands-on workshop! Participants will build a bluebird nest box with guidance from a Master Naturalist volunteer and discover fun facts about…

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Wee Nats

Nature's Green Things
County: Stephenson
Learn about nature at Wee Nats (Wee Naturalists), a fun interactive program for youth ages 4-7. Youth will learn about different environmental education topics through a story, activity, craft, and…
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Home, Lawn, and Garden Day

Presented by the McLean County Master Gardeners
County: McLean

Location Information: The location of the 2026 Home, Lawn, and Garden Day event is still being confirmed. The event will not take place at the the McLean County Extension Office. This event page…

State 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl

Save the date!

The 2026 Dairy Quiz Bowl will be held March 7, 2026 - more info to come!

Get ready to compete in an academic-like quiz bowl while demonstrating your knowledge of the dairy…

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Wee Naturalists-Winnebago County Office

Nature's Green Things
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…

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College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences Illinois Extension

101 Mumford Hall (MC-710)

1301 W. Gregory Dr.

Urbana, IL 61801

Email: extension@illinois.edu

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