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Nature Explorers Camp

Trailblazers Camp (ages 9-11)
County: DeKalb

Anyone who loves exploring the outdoors and discovering how nature works will feel right at home at this camp! Campers will step into the role of real adventurers, participating in hands-on…

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Youth Cooking School

Belleville Afternoon Session
County: St. Clair

Calling all young chefs ages 9–14! Join us for an exciting, hands-on culinary experience designed to build confidence and skills in the kitchen.

Participants will learn:

Basic cooking and…
Overhead view of a world map at the center of a table, surrounded by a wide variety of international foods.
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Youth Cooking School

Belleville Morning Session
County: St. Clair

Calling all young chefs ages 9–14! Join us for an exciting, hands-on culinary experience designed to build confidence and skills in the kitchen.

Participants will learn:

Basic cooking and…

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Aquatic Macro-Invertebrate Ponding

at Avon Township
County: Lake
Discover the Unbelievable World of Aquatic Macro-Invertebrates!

 Join the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists for an exciting adventure into the world of aquatic macro-…

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Perry County 4-H Food Show

County: Perry

The Perry County 4-H Food Show will be held at the Perry County Extension Office on June 23, beginning at 6 p.m.

Those participating must be registered 4-H youth enrolled in the appropriate…

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Tomato Troubles

Seneca Public Library
County: LaSalle

Tomatoes are one of the most popular and commonly grown plants in home gardens. Learn about common problems that plague tomatoes as well as ways to address them.

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From Peel to Plate

Reducing Food Waste One Bite at a Time
County: Macoupin

Learn how to make the most of the food you bring home. This class looks at simple ways to cut food waste, store foods safely, and understand what expiration dates really mean. We’ll talk about how…

A little Caucasian girl with a yellow and black moth on her face.

Mothscapes for Kids

County: Jackson

Explore the secret world of moths as you create your own low-maintenance dry (non-living) terrarium. Learn about camouflage, habitats, and the moth life cycle along the way! Join Illinois…

Habitat at Home: Garden Workshop Series with DeWitt & Piatt Master Gardeners text overlaying a purple background with Cacti and succulents pictured

Habitat at Home: Garden Workshop Series with DeWitt & Piatt Master Gardeners

Cacti & Succulents
Habitat at Home: Garden Workshop Series with DeWitt & Piatt Master Gardeners  Learn how to grow cacti and succulents, explore the conditions they need to thrive, and discover a variety…
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Master Naturalist Book Club

Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake
County: Macon

Join us each month as we read a different nature-themed book and enjoy a lively discussion. You do not have to be a Master Naturalist to participate. Everyone 18 and over is welcome. It's a great…

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