Illinois Master Naturalist Program

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

  1. Spring Ephemerals | Four Seasons Gardening Winter Series
    Online

  1. MN CEU Series - Identification of Invasive Plant Species
    Online

  1. Native Landscape Design: Individual Coaching 

  1. Pawpaws: Our Native ‘Tropical’ Fruit | Small Farms Winter Webinar
    Online

  1. Backyard Maple Syrup Production Workshop
    Dixon Springs Agricultural Center, Simpson, IL (Pope County)