Events
Bat Acoustic Walk
Trash Blast at Giant City State Park
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…
Conservation Tours
Born and raised in Schuyler County, my family has owned and operated Boehm's Garden Center since 1978. I've been immersed in plants since birth. My husband and…
Preserving Practice: Pressure Canning Green Beans
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…
Summer Jam and Jelly Canning Workshop
Birdwatching Hike
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…
Nature Journaling Workshop
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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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…
YQCA training
Youth for the Quality Care of Animals (YQCA) is required for Beef, Dairy, Goats, Sheep, and Swine. This is an annual training course and must be completed every year in order to continue to…
From Seed to Sale
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…