Events

ECIMN Present: Warblers, Sparrows, and Thrushes, Oh My!

Bird species are declining worldwide, and understanding their needs is crucial for conservation management. Given that more than 50% of North American birds migrate, there are many knowledge gaps…

Fire Ecology for Managing Grasslands and Woodlands

Illinois is dominated by fire-adapted ecosystems from prairies to savannas to barrens and oak woodlands. Historically, fire played a key role in maintaining diversity, structure, and function in…

The Edible Wild Path

Illinois Extension Family and Consumer Sciences and Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy departments bring to you a seasonal beginner foraging course. Each session will have three parts:…

Drone-based Herbicide Application Efficacy for Priority Invasive Plants

Drone-based herbicide applications for invasive plants have been increasing due to their low cost, the increasing availability of contract applicators, and decreasing equipment costs. However,…

Community Science in Your Backyard

At Everyday Environment, we enjoy noticing everyday observations of cool things in nature, many of which can be found in backyards and local parks. Believe it…

Invasive Species, Native Landscaping & You

The University of Illinois Extension Lake County Master Gardeners, SWALCO, and the Lake County Forest Preserve District present the 2026 Garden Learning Series 
What are the top 13 invasive…

Speak for the Trees: Community Advocacy for Urban Forests

Trees benefit communities. Giving them a voice strengthens their presence.

Community trees are an essential part of the urban ecosystem and add great value to the places we call home. Discover…