Events

Birdie Basics

Youth Birding 101
County: JoDaviess

Calling all young bird enthusiasts! Join University of Illinois Extension and the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation for an exciting Birding 101 program for kids ages 8 to 18. Whether you’re a…

Stephenson County 4-H Tree Planting Day

County: Stephenson

In honor of Earth Day, the Stephenson County 4-H will be planting 25 Oak trees to create an Oak Savanna at the Butterfly farm in Orangeville, IL on Saturday, April 20 at 10 am. If you or your…

Youth Equine Showmanship & Grooming Demonstration

County: Winnebago

Any and all youth are welcome to attend—FFA members too!

Participants will learn about showmanship and grooming their horses to be show-ready. There will be a swap table for anyone who…

Cicadas 2024 — A Once in a Lifetime Experience

at the Warren Township Public Library
County: JoDaviess

Join Illinois Extension Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Educator Jay Solomon on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. for a program: Cicadas 2024 — A Once in a Lifetime Experience being…

Brambles: From Raspberries to Blackberries

Spring into Spring Gardening Series
County: Winnebago

Join University of Illinois Extension Local Foods and Small Farms Educator Grant McCarty as he presents “Brambles: From Raspberries to Blackberries ." This program will be held 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. on…

Pressure Canner Dial Testing Clinic

May 2024 - Winnebago
County: Winnebago

Before using your pressure canner, have your dial gauge tested for accuracy. Testing will ensure your pressure canner reaches the appropriate pressure needed to process low-acid foods, such as…

Water Bath and Pressure Canning Basics

Yes, You CAN!
County: Winnebago

It seems as though home food preservation continues to be a growing trend. Home food preservation continues to be extremely popular, whether it is due to the increase in food costs, the desire to…

Wee Nats - Wildflowers

County: Stephenson

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

4-H Goat Showmanship & Grooming Demonstration

for Youth ages 8-18
County: Winnebago

Do you have youth interested in learning about how to show goats at the fair? This is the perfect opportunity to learn all about it!

Participants will learn about showmanship and getting…

Calling all Cloverbuds! | Join the Little Roots Gardening Program

County: Winnebago

We are excited to over our Cloverbud-aged kids their very own special program again- Little Roots!  Registration closes March 1st and pick up (and activity) is May 6th.  This is a work-at-home…