Mark your calendars for Nature Trails Day
Bloomington, IL- The University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists are thrilled to announce Nature Trails Day will be hosted at COMLARA Park this September, and if you have not participated in this event before, now is the time to check it out! There are various...
Get outside, get learning at fall 2024 Illinois Master Naturalist conference
URBANA, Ill. — The very nature of nature is that it is always changing. Seasons come and go, birds flit in and out of view, and water ebbs and flows constantly moving downstream. Master Naturalist volunteers are invited to stay up to date on nature’s news by attending the...
Meteor Watch Party
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars at Fugate Woods! The University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists are hosting a Meteor Watch Party on August 10th from 7:30 to 10:00 PM. Last year this event attracted over 50 attendees, so we are...
Embrace Self-Sufficiency: Kickstart Your Modern Homesteading Adventure
Embrace Self-Sufficiency: Kickstart Your Modern Homesteading AdventureHave you ever wanted to learn how to do any of the following?Make sourdough breadFerment vegetablesKeep bees or chickensCompost kitchen and yard wasteGrow...
Illinois Extension offers Tai Chi series for arthritis and fall prevention
PONTIAC, Ill. – Older adults are more likely to fall which can cause serious injury. Many studies have shown that Tai Chi is one of the most effective approaches for preventing falls. Medical authorities agree that suitable exercise for people with arthritis should incorporate...
Woodford County 4-H Show Set for July 22-25: Join Us in Celebrating Our Young Achievers!
The Woodford County 4-H Show is right around the corner, and we invite everyone to join us from July 22-25 to support our dedicated 4-H members. This annual event showcases the hard work and achievements of our youth who have invested their time and talents in various projects...
McLean County 4-H Show Set for July 24-28: Join Us in Celebrating Youth Excellence
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – McLean County 4-H is excited to share about the upcoming 4-H Show, a series of events and activities that will showcase the talents and achievements of our 4-H youth members. The events will take place from Wednesday, July...
College of ACES celebrates Funk Farm's bicentennial
URBANA, Ill. — The College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign will take part in the 200th-anniversary celebration of Funk Farms, one of the oldest and most...
Youth master essential skills through livestock judging competition
Urbana, Ill. -- Illinois 4-H members headed to the showring for the 2024 State Livestock Judging Contest held at the University of Illinois campus Jun. 17. Instead of leading animals, these young members were acting as judge, evaluating groupings of cattle, hogs, and sheep against a...
Improve your joint health with Extension’s Diabetes Clinic
EUREKA, IL. – Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of the joints, which leads to pain and stiffness that typically worsen with age. Join Nutrition and Wellness Educator and Registered Dietitian, Jenna Smith, to learn how certain lifestyle changes could help improve your...
Keep agriculture safety a priority with tips from Cultivating Caution webinar series
URBANA, Ill. — Taking the extra time to plan safety precautions into daily routines can save a life when accidents occur, and they will. The agriculture industry is filled with risk, injury, and danger at about every turn. Cultivating Caution is a monthly webinar series that explores...
Teen leaders showcase leadership, speaking skills at State Capitol
Springfield, IL – Nearly 40 Illinois 4-H teens put their leadership skills to the test as they communicated the value and impact of Illinois 4-H with state legislators as a part of 4-H Legislative Connection on Feb. 7 and 8, and May 16 and 17. 4-H Legislative...
Hands-On Canning class coming to Bloomington-Normal
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Whether you’re a first-time canner or a canning veteran looking to brush up on your skills, “Learn to Can: Jellies and Jam” is the perfect class for you. Taught by University of Illinois Extension educator, Jenna Smith, this class will meet on June 8 from 9...
Youth robotics competition revolves around work of ag scientists, engineers
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — Youth from 30 teams across Illinois demonstrated their learning, celebrated their accomplishments, and interacted with others who share an interest in robotics at the 2024 4-H Robotics Competition held at the Interstate Center on the McLean County Fairgrounds on May 4....
Fly on over to the Butterfly Festival on June 1
This summer, our Illinois backyards and gardens will play host to over 150 distinct butterfly species. Among them reigns the monarch, cherished as Illinois' state butterfly. Embrace the enchantment of these delicate creatures and discover ways to nurture their habitats for continued...
Becoming a Master Naturalist
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Do you find yourself deeply enjoying the outdoors, bird watching, growing native plants, or wishing you knew more about sustainability? This fall the University of Illinois Extension serving McLean, Livingston, and Woodford counties, will be offering...
Energy & Our Environment for Youth
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Calling all young environmental enthusiasts! The University of Illinois Extension Office in McLean County is thrilled to announce Energy & Our Environment, a captivating three-day summer program tailored for ages 9 to 13, focused on the fascinating...
4-H public speaking contest participants show hard work, courage
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – 4-H excels in preparing youth to speak well and confidently, and it is a skill that serves members for a lifetime. Youth from across the state recently came together to put their public speaking skills to the test during the Illinois 4-H State Public Speaking Contest...
