Events

Master Naturalist October Meeting

Kickapoo Creek Canoe Clean-Up 
 Join us for an afternoon of learning and stewardship along Kickapoo Creek! We'll begin with a presentation from the Friends of Kickapoo Creek, who will…

October 4-H Volunteer Shooting Sports Certification

4-H Volunteer Shooting Sports Certification 

Illinois 4-H is offering an additional fall session of the Volunteer Shooting Sports Certification for adults interested in leading local 4-H…

Creatures of the Night

Bring the whole family for a fun and educational evening exploring the fascinating world of nocturnal wildlife! This family-friendly Master Naturalist program will highlight Creatures of the Night…

Fall Foliage Hike

Experience fall colors with University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists.  Our Fall Foliage Hikes invite you to slow down, connect with nature, and deepen your appreciation for the…

Boo at the Slough

Vultures, snapping turtles, and cottonmouths, oh my! Are you wanting to learn more about creatures of the swamp? Come out to the Henry N. Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands…

2026 Camp Whitetail

Camp Whitetail Hunter Safety Camp is a fun-filled weekend combining a complete hunter safety course with hands-on outdoor learning and classic 4-H camp activities. Participants will earn their Hunter…

Bats! | Belvidere

They spend all day hanging around like they’re on permanent vacation, then clock in at dusk to eat mosquitoes like it’s an all‑you‑can‑eat buffet. They’re basically fuzzy sky puppies with…

4-H STEAM Night

Join us for 4-H STEAM NIGHT at the Carlinville Public Library! 4-H Federation members alongside staff from the library will be on hand to engage youth in an evening of hands-on STEAM (Science &…

Sew Ready: Basic Sewing Skills for Everyday Life

Master the stitching skills everyone should know! Whether you're repairing your favorite jeans, replacing a missing button, or hemming a pair of pants, basic sewing is a life skill that lasts a…

Pour, swirl, create

🎨 Get ready to pour, swirl, and create!

Unlock your creativity at our Paint Pouring Workshop, where you’ll learn basic color theory and then let your imagination take over. Participants will…