Volunteers Key to the Master Naturalist Program "I took the Master Naturalist training because I wanted to learn more about our local natural areas, and how we can help." -Kathy Herron, Illinois Master Naturalist Learn More Announcements and Highlights Become a Master Naturalist Facilitate conservation and restoration in your community and educate others about natural resources. Log your volunteer hours Active Master Naturalist volunteers log your volunteer and continuing education hours here. Naturalist News Blog Learn about Illinois' ecology and Master Naturalists projects across the state on the State Master Naturalist Blog. Read about nature Be inspired to get outside and appreciate Illinois' natural beauty all seasons of the year. Everyday Environment Webinars Sign up to explore topics like invasive species, pollinators, composting, trees and more. Learn about Illinois wildlife Learn to identify wildlife in Illinois and ethically handle problems. Be sure to check out the stunning photos! Winter Tree Identification Workshop on You Tube Have you always been 'stumped' by winter tree ID? Sharpen your skills with Chris Evans, Extension Educator in Forestry in this three part workshop Upcoming Events January 31, 2023 Pruning Shade Trees | Four Seasons GardeningOnline February 09, 2023 Tornado Trends | Everyday EnvironmentOnline February 23, 2023 Decision Support Tools and Climate Monitoring for Agriculture | Climate SeriesOnline Decision Support Tools and Climate Monitoring for Agriculture | Climate SeriesOnline February 28, 2023 Where Will You Garden? | Growing Great VegetablesOnline More Events Recent News January 16, 2023 Tree bark adds visual bite to winter landscapes January 10, 2023 Deer Donation program receives $25,000 to help feed Central Illinois families January 09, 2023 Planning a new perennial garden? Plant for the whole garden ecosystem December 12, 2022 Burning local firewood this winter can save forests December 11, 2022 Take small steps to improve, support the environment this winter More News Releases Gift Account Codes U of I Extension Annual Fund