Lake and McHenry Counties
Local Food Purchasing Assistance
Announcements & Highlights
Calling all gardeners: Save the date of Saturday, May 17, 2025, for the Lake County Extension Master Gardeners Spring Plant Sale at the University of Illinois Extension | 100 HWY 45, Grayslake, IL 60030 For more information see EVENTS on our page.
Read more about building a culture of composting in greater Chicagoland
What's so important about compost? Food waste is a pressing environmental concern in Illinois. In Cook County — and in many counties around the state — it accounts for up to 37% of landfill material.
Great Opportunities at Extension
University of Illinois Extension is hiring!
We are excited to hire individuals that enjoy working with people of all ages. Looking for the right person that is self motivated and organized. One position is for bi-lingual only. You must be 18 years or older with a High School Diploma. This truly is a fun and challenging job for all levels of experience.
Lake County Garden Learning Series
February 12, 2025 - December 10, 2025 This year we have a fantastic variety of topics being presented by The University of Illinois Extension Master Gardeners and Educators along with Educators and Ecologists from the Lake County Forest Preserve District and the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO).
Lake County 2025 Plant Sale
Project Management for Young Leaders: "Growing Success"
Gardenwalk
4-H Youth Development
Commercial Agriculture
Consumer Economics
Family Life
Horticulture
Illinois Nutrition Education Programs
Local Foods & Small Farms
McHenry County 4-H
Nutrition & Wellness