Events
Family Fishing Clinic
Learn how to fish in the Rock River and about the species you may catch from the IDNR Urban and Community Fishing Program in collaboration with Illinois Extension and the Dixon Park District.…
Spring Wildflower Hike
Explore the beauty of spring wildflowers on a series of guided hikes at natural areas around LaSalle County. Spring ephemeral wildflowers can only be viewed for a brief period of time, between the…
Plant Sale
University of Illinois Extension invites the public to a plant sale at the Dixon Springs Agricultural Center on May 2nd, 2026. The sale will be located under the pavilion near the administration…
State 4-H Robotics Competition
Registration is open!The Illinois 4-H State Robotics Competition is a statewide STEM event where youth enrolled in 4-H robotics programs come together to design, build, and program robots as teams…
Wee Nats
Native Alternative for Landscaping Grasses and Sedges | Belvidere
Hold That Thought: Explore Strategies for Forgetfulness
Have you ever gone into a room and couldn’t remember why you went in there? Misplaced your keys or cell phone? Forgotten what you were about to say? If you’ve answered “yes,” you are not alone!…
Melons and Gourds
Are you new to gardening or an experienced pro? Do you want to learn more about the crops we can grow in our backyards?
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Monroe County Outdoor Explorers
Join us for a guided evening walk to explore geology. This program is designed for youth and adults of all ages and includes light hiking.
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Business in Front, Party in the Back - Designing a Native Landscape Your Neighbors will Appreciate
Even the most thoughtfully designed native landscape can sometimes be misunderstood or even viewed as problematic by neighbors or local municipalities. What begins as an effort to support…