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Announcements and Highlights

Resources for Responding to COVID-19

The spread and mitigation of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is an evolving concern for Illinois. This collection of resources can assist families and community leaders preparing for and coping with COVID-19.

Virtual 4-H Leader Training

Build your knowledge and skills with other adult and youth volunteers from around the region at this FREE training!

School Garden Series-Nine Sessions

Nine Virtual Sessions on how to incorporate a garden into the school environment.

Your toughest questions, answered

Call our Master Gardener Helpline and a U of I Extension Master Gardener will answer your questions at NO COST!

Sea Grant Illinois-Indiana

Sea Grant uses research, outreach, and education to bring the latest science to Great Lakes communities. Sea Grant helps strengthen and preserve ecosystems and communities in southern Lake Michigan and beyond.

Check Out Our Social Media!

Stay connected by following our social media accounts.

2020 McHenry County Farm Stroll, Sept 27th

Farm Stroll is a self-guided tour of McHenry County’s diversified family farms. There is no beginning or end of the tour: just choose the farms you wish to visit and go during the stroll’s time frame.

Become a Master Naturalist

Volunteer as a Master Naturalist to facilitate conservation and restoration in your community and educate others about natural resources.

Eat well, stay active, and save money

Find tasty recipes, shopping tips, and activities to keep you and your family healthy.

Get the most out of a few acres

Topics include everything from fruits and vegetables to beekeeping and agroforestry.

Maximize profit on your farm

All the tools you need to stay up-to-date on the markets and make economical farm decisions

Lake County Extension Foundation

The Lake County Extension Foundation is a non-profit charitable organization recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) public charity.

Events

  1. 2021 Gardenfest
    8900 U.S. Highway 14, Crystal Lake, IL
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