Events
The Art of Interpretation and Teaching
Join us for a one-of-a-kind workshop on August 23 that will spark your imagination, sharpen your communication skills, and help you connect more deeply—with nature and with…
IDNR-Angella Moorehouse Prairie Tour
For the past 29 years, Angella Moorehouse has worked for the Illinois Department of Natural Resources as a field representative for the Illinois Nature Preserves Commission in west-central…
Winged Wonders: How to Spot and Share the Birds Around You
At this ornithology workshop, learn how to be a better bird watcher and guide with Illinois Extension and Brian “Fox” Ellis, internationally acclaimed author, storyteller, historian, and…
11th Annual Monarch Migration Festival
11th Annual Monarch Migration Festival 🦋
Celebrate the magic of monarchs at the 11th Annual Monarch Migration Festival! Join us on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM at…
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Hybrid Illinois Gardener Training
Dig into the world of horticulture with our Hybrid Illinois Gardener Training, designed for gardening enthusiasts of all experience levels.This training combines the flexibility of online…
Renewable Energy in Illinois: How it’s going and where it’s going
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Master Naturalist Training
Discover Nature, Deepen Your Knowledge—Become a Master Naturalist!
The Fall Master Naturalist Training kicks off on September 11. It runs through November, offering adults a unique…
Next Steps in Nature Journaling
Master Naturalist Nancy Smith will continue to lead us along our next steps of nature journaling at beautiful Humiston Woods. We will be learning an exercise from the book "How to Teach Nature…
Green Connections: Creating a Bird-friendly Yard
Green Connection events are continuing education programs for Extension Master Gardeners, Master Naturalists, and Conservation@Home members. They are also open to the general public.
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Nature Trails Day
Join us on Saturday, September 20, at COMLARA Park for Nature Trails Day 2025! This fun-filled family event offers opportunities to hike the trails, learn up close about fish in Illinois, and…