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Read article: Morton Public Library Tree Walk
Morton Public Library Tree Walk
The Morton Public Library has a diverse collection of trees planted on the library property. ...
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Read article: Field notes from the bluebird trail
Field notes from the bluebird trail
By Joe Huether, Illinois Extension Master Naturalist serving Fulton, Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell countiesFor as long as I can remember, I’ve...
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Read article: Conservation@Home Member Spotlight: Laura Hertz
Conservation@Home Member Spotlight: Laura Hertz
By Laura Hertz, Illinois Extension Master Gardener serving Fulton, Mason, Peoria, and Tazewell countiesIn 2018, I became aware of the...
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Read article: Master Naturalists put research into action around the state and in your backyard
Master Naturalists put research into action around the state and in your backyard
What is a Master Naturalist? We get that question a lot at University of Illinois Extension. Master...

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Wendy Johnson
Extraordinary Fulton County volunteer honored
LEWISTOWN, Ill. - Illinois 4-H volunteers empower and prepare youth for success as the program relies on its more than 6,000 volunteers to fill key leadership and mentoring roles.  Wendy Johnson, a nine-year volunteer in Fulton County, was recently honored by Illinois 4-H for their selfless...
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Extraordinary Ogle County 4-H volunteer recognized
OREGON, Ill. - Illinois 4-H volunteers empower and prepare youth for success as the program relies on over 6,000 volunteers to fill key leadership and mentoring roles.  Annette Martin was recently honored by Illinois 4-H for her selfless dedication to the University of Illinois Extension 4-...

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