Events

Land Leasing Basics

Legal Training for Illinois Small Farms Webinar Series
Don’t forget about the basics when considering leasing land. 

Leasing farmland is so commonplace that landowners, farmers, and ranchers may not think twice about the lease itself. Until things…

Starting Vegetable Seeds Successfully

Spring Break Gardening Series
County: JoDaviess

Join University of Illinois Extension Educator Grant McCarty as he presents “Starting Vegetable Seeds Successfully” as part of the Spring Break Gardening Series. This first program in the series…

Private and Commercial Applicator Test

County: Stephenson

This test-only session for private and commercial applicators will be held at the Stephenson County Farm Bureau. There is no fee to attend, but registration is required. 

Private Applicator Training and Testing

County: Winnebago

Private applicator training and testing will be held locally on March 25th in Rockford, IL, at the Tebala Event Center located at 7910 Newburg Rd, Rockford. Registration is required to attend.…

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Certified Food Protection Manager Course

County: JoDaviess
The University of Illinois Extension will offer the Certified Food Protection Manager Course. This two-part class is an accredited American National Standards Institute (ANSI) course that meets the…

Edible Landscaping

County: Winnebago

Are you interested in incorporating more edible plants into your yard or land? Learn all about edible landscapes and forest garden design, plant selection, and environmental considerations. This…

Stephenson County 4-H YQCA In-Person Training

Pearl City Location
County: Stephenson

Youth showing beef, dairy, goats, sheep, or swine at the Stephenson County 4-H show this summer will need to complete their YQCA training before June 1. 

Youth have the option of…

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Youth Community Service Day - Ruthie's Kitchen

County: Winnebago
Calling all 4-H youth 11 to 18 years of age. This is your chance to give back to your community and make a meaningful impact. Join us for a Community Service Day at Ruthie’s Kitchen, where we’ll work…

Early Woodland Wildflowers of Northern Illinois

County: Winnebago

Take a photographic walk in our local woods to see the native spring ephemerals.  No challenging hikes or weather woes during this journey.  Just sit back and enjoy the visuals while…

Wee Nats

Birds
County: Stephenson

Learn about nature at Wee Nats (Wee Naturalists), a fun interactive program for youth ages 4-7. Youth will learn about different environmental education topics through a story, activity, craft,…