Master Naturalist

Events

Master Naturalist Book Club

January 28, 2026

County

Macon

Garden & Natural Resource Helpline Training

January 29, 2026

County

Fulton

Mason

Peoria

Tazewell

Nature Journaling Workshop

January 31, 2026

County

Bureau

Winter Trails and Naturalist Tales 2026

January 31, 2026

County

Winnebago

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Blog Posts

A look at Illinois’ native conifers

January 16, 2026

I have always marveled at pinecones and the seeds of other conifers. Whether I was picking them up for a “collection” as a kid or watching them...

Holly for the holidays

December 14, 2025

Evergreen holly species have long been a symbol of Christmas and other winter holidays and traditions. The dark green, prickly foliage, combined...

Person wearing a Master Naturalist Volunteer shirt

Another successful Master Naturalist training in the books

December 5, 2025

On November 12, 2025, University of Illinois Extension welcomed 15 new Master Naturalist Interns into the volunteer program after they completed...

Brittany Chambers steps into new role as ag and natural resources coordinator

November 18, 2025

People and nature are some of Brittany Chamber’s favorite things and now she has a job that embodies both. Brittany recently became the new...

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News Releases

January 14, 2026

University of Illinois Extension offers Wild Neighbors: Coyotes program in March
BELVIDERE, Ill.— University of Illinois Extension Educator Peggy Anesi will be offering a program on coyotes Saturday, March 21, at 9:00 a.m. at the Boone County Conservation District, 603 Appleton Road. “Coyote families are welcoming their new offspring in March, so it’s a good time to talk...

January 9, 2026

Celebrate the season at WinterFest set for Jan. 17
GENOA, Ill.—The annual WinterFest, held at the Natural Resources Education Center (NREC) in Russell Woods Forest Preserve, will be Saturday, Jan. 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Russell Woods is located 1 mile west of Genoa on state route 72.University of Illinois Extension and DeKalb...

Small bird standing by birdhouse in a garden.

February 10, 2026

Join Illinois Master Naturalists for a hands-on Birdhouse Workshop for young nature enthusiasts
HENRY, Ill. – Families are invited to join University of Illinois Extension and Master Naturalist volunteers on March 14, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Marshall-Putnam County Extension Office (509 Front St, Henry, IL 61537) for a hands-on Birdhouse Workshop designed especially for...

February 3, 2026

Join Illinois Master Naturalists for a hands-on Birdhouse Workshop for young nature enthusiasts
OTTAWA, Ill. – Families are invited to join University of Illinois Extension and Master Naturalist volunteers on March 7, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at Nell’s Woodland (2000 Alexis Ave, Ottawa, IL 61350) for a hands-on Birdhouse Workshop designed especially for children. This engaging...

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Videos

Wetland Portrayal in Modern Film

Have you ever thought about wetlands and how they are portraied on screen? Is it the truth? Illinois Extension is here with information

Join University of Illinois Extension and Dr. Jeffrey Matthews of the...

White-Tailed Deer Habitat

From deer to other wildlife, Illinois Extension is here with information

Join University of Illinois Extension and Dr. Jameson Mori of the Illinois Natural History Survey in this info-packed Wilderness Wednesday webinar sponsored by the...