Events

Compost Confidential

Join us for a Composting Open House at the Lake County Extension Office on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Whether you are struggling with a traditional backyard setup or want to explore advanced…

Bee Houses

Are bee houses a good choice for helping native bees? Brodie Dunn explores bee house biology and gives temporary recommendations based on recent University of Illinois research.

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Wellness in Nature: Outdoor Yoga - Chair

Stay strong, supple, and steady, no getting up and down from the floor required! This gentle Chair Yoga class offers all the benefits of a traditional yoga practice while using the support of a chair…

Fall Nature Wellness Walk-Sand Ridge Nature Center

Immerse yourself and reconnect with nature and all the beauty it has to offer! Relaxing mindfulness and meditative practices will be led by certified forest bathing guides during these slow and…

Bat Acoustic Walk

Join us for an immersive nocturnal hike where you'll use specialized acoustic detectors to listen for the inaudible calls of bats. Learn about about the 13 species of bats that call Illinois home,…

Rainscaping

Rainscaping Education Program: Build and Care for Rain Gardens

Learn practical, research‑based methods to manage rainwater at home or in small public spaces through the Rainscaping Education…

From Caps to Trails: A Fungi Day Out

Curious about mushrooms? You are invited to join us at Tawny Oaks Visitor Center for a presentation with Kelli Parke, Program Coordinator at the Forest Park Nature Center of the Peoria Park District…

Mindfulness Hike at Dickson Mounds

Slow down, step outside, and reconnect with the present moment. 
Join us for a series of guided Mindfulness Hikes designed to help you unwind, sharpen your senses, and deepen your…

Master Naturalist Core Education Training

University of Illinois Extension's Naturalist Core Education Training is designed for adults of any age who love to learn about the natural world. The goal of the program is not to teach you…

Community Science in Your Backyard

At Everyday Environment, we enjoy noticing everyday observations of cool things in nature, many of which can be found in backyards and local parks. Believe it…