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A nest of blue bird eggs
Read article: Discover how people are working together to make science better
Discover how people are working together to make science better
Children dream of being great things. With imagination and energy, children envision their futures in many professions – some humble, some in the...
multiple monarch butterflies on a flower
Read article: Clearing up the science on Monarch butterflies
Clearing up the science on Monarch butterflies
A tale of two articles Have you read some of the headlines lately concerning monarch butterflies? “Monarch Butterflies are Thriving!” “Monarch...
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Read article: Getting Involved in Citizen Science
Getting Involved in Citizen Science
Whether you are a lover of science, nature, data, or all the above; citizen science is a great way for people just like you to participate in...
Master Naturalist Mary Zehner holding binaculars close to face
Read article: Master Naturalists involved with Citizen Science programs
Master Naturalists involved with Citizen Science programs

News Releases

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...

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