Edible Mushroom Grow Kit Workshop
VCMG's Present: Mushroom
Join Extension Educator Karla Griesbaum for a closer look at the fascinating world of fungi and the important role they play in our ecosystems. We’ll explore the many functions of fungi in…
Speak for the Trees: Community Advocacy for Urban Forests
Community trees are an essential part of the urban ecosystem and add great value to the places we call home. Discover…
Misunderstood Creatures
Join Lake County Extension Educators and Master Naturalists on October 20, from 5 - 6:30 p.m. As spooky season approaches, we want to talk about a few animals that get a bad rap for being scarier…
Fall Foliage Hike
Experience fall colors with University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists. Our Fall Foliage Hikes invite you to slow down, connect with nature, and deepen your appreciation for the…
Creatures of the Night
Bring the whole family for a fun and educational evening exploring the fascinating world of nocturnal wildlife! This family-friendly Master Naturalist program will highlight Creatures of the Night…
Master Naturalist October Meeting
Join us for an afternoon of learning and stewardship along Kickapoo Creek! We'll begin with a presentation from the Friends of Kickapoo Creek, who will…
Gardening in the Air Virtual Symposium
Find inspiration to repot that plant or kickstart a dream gardening project.Gardeners manage a range of factors and elements to help plants grow. Extension helps bring all the pieces together in a…
Boo at the Slough
Vultures, snapping turtles, and cottonmouths, oh my! Are you wanting to learn more about creatures of the swamp? Come out to the Henry N. Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands…
Solar and Farmland: Navigating Local Land Use, Conservation, and Farm Economics
As solar energy development continues to grow across Illinois, agrivoltaics is being explored as a way to balance renewable energy production, diversify income…