Master Naturalists get out in the field to protect Illinois’ natural resources
URBANA, Ill. – On a chilly fall morning, amid a background of trees boasting autumnal colors and birds flying south overhead, Master Naturalists gathered for a day of hands-on learning about Illinois’ natural resources. By wading into cold creeks to survey for mussels, fish, and...
Next Master Naturalist training begins in August for tri-county area
Applications Now Being Accepted
YORKVILLE, Ill. – Do you have a passion for conservation and natural resources? Are you interested in volunteer opportunities? University of Illinois Extension is accepting applications for the next training season of its popular...
Help bees and butterflies with I-Pollinate training May 15
YORKVILLE, Ill. – The University of Illinois Extension invites lovers of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators to join scientists in tracking their distribution and habitat use across the state, from the comfort of your home, balcony, school, or community garden.
In-person or online...
Become a citizen scientist and record precipitation in your neighborhood
ST. CHARLES, Ill. – Are you interested in weather, or are you looking for an interactive family project? Community Collaborative Rain, Hail, and Snow (CoCoRaHS) Network is a grassroots effort of citizens measuring precipitation right in their own backyards.
“It's easy to join, takes only...
