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! Upcoming Events January 21, 2021 Urban Tree Conference: Invasive Tree ManagementOnline Urban Tree Conference: Storm Damaged TreesOnline Urban Tree Conference: Best Practices for Growing Roadside TreesOnline January 22, 2021 Urban Tree Conference: Identifying Oaks in Urban Forests and LandscapesOnline Urban Tree Conference: Keynote - An Approach to Pruning you Won’t ForgetOnline More Events Recent News December 16, 2020 4-H service project brushes off invasives at state park December 14, 2020 Learn to identify trees in winter with bark, twigs, buds December 11, 2020 Landowners need to know timber's worth before selling December 10, 2020 Every day is a good day for environmental stewardship November 20, 2020 Grant recipients announced, support issues vital to Illinois More News Releases Gift Account Codes U of I Extension Annual Fund
