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Read article: Cantankerous cavities
Cantankerous cavities
Most cavities in a tree are caused by some type of living organism, either an animal or a pathogen of some sort. Some cavities will only be found in...
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Read article: U of I Extension brings Conservation@Home program to West Central Illinois
U of I Extension brings Conservation@Home program to West Central Illinois
The “typical” yard can easily be improved to help reduce water run-off, increase wildlife habitat, and improve the soil, which ultimately improves...
Workshop participants watch chainsaw demonstration
Read article: Forestry specialist provides chainsaw safety education to local volunteers and park district staff
Forestry specialist provides chainsaw safety education to local volunteers and park district staff
University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalist volunteers often spend time assisting partners with trail maintenance, invasive and aggressive...
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Read article: I met a good farmer today: How land ethic shapes our future
I met a good farmer today: How land ethic shapes our future
I met a good farmer today. In recollection, I don’t think I’ve ever met a bad farmer, but this encounter was different. Immediately we hit...

News Releases

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Master Naturalists kick off native sale
URBANA, Ill — The East Central Illinois Master Naturalists are once again hosting their Native Tree and Shrub Sale. The ordering period will be open from September 5th through October 13 or as supplies last...
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Take a hike and much more at Nature Trails Day
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Comlara Park at Evergreen Lake will be the setting for this year’s annual Nature Trails Day on Saturday, September 16 from 10AM. to 1:00PM. The event is sponsored by the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalist Program and its volunteers and is free...
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Fall session of Naturalist Core Edcuation Training open for applications
LEWISTOWN, Ill. - University of Illinois Extension, Fulton-Mason-Peoria-Tazewell Unit will be offering Naturalist Core Education (Master Naturalist) hybrid training this fall October 2-6, Monday – Friday, 9am to 3pm. Space is limited. To begin the application process, visit...

Staff

Shibu Kar

Shibu Kar

Assistant Dean, Natural Resources, Environment, and Energy Program Leader