Master Naturalist Winter Webinars - Muskrat and Wetland Ecology with Dr. Leo Gaskins

While the cold weather may keep us indoors, it doesn’t mean we can’t connect with nature.  Join us for this series and explore fascinating topics related to the natural world from the comfort…

Gateway Green Conference 2025

Support a thriving, sustainable environment. 

Natural resource industry professionals face the vital task of responsibly caring for our communities' valuable environmental resources. Evolving…

Salamander Seekers

Join us for a family-friendly outdoor adventure as we explore the hidden world of salamanders! Hosted by the University of Illinois Extension Master Naturalists in partnership with the Prairie Lands…

Save the Date - 2025 Seed Expo

A mega seed and resource event. Get free seeds and information for your 2025 gardens.

You do not need to bring seeds to attend or to get free seeds. Support small business vendors. Grab-and-…

Wee Nats

Join the University of Illinois Extension for Wee Naturalists (Wee Nats), a fun, interactive program for youth ages 4-7, where they will learn about different environmental education topics…

Wee Nats

Learn about nature at Wee Nats (Wee Naturalists), a fun interactive program for youth ages 4-7. Youth will learn about different environmental education topics through a story, activity, craft,…

4-H Junior Master Naturalist program

Discover the magical world of mammals!

Explore local McHenry County predator-prey relationships, animal adaptations, ecology, and learn all about deer, coyotes, foxes, beaver, rabbits,…

2025 Master Naturalist Course

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Illinois' natural world with our Illinois Master Naturalist course. Held on select Wednesday evenings and Saturdays from March 12 through May 21, this…

Follow the Drop: Illinois Water from Source to Tap

Do you know where your drinking water comes from? 

Illinois is a diverse state when it comes to water resources, and where your water comes from depends on how much is available, the quality…

2025 Rain Garden Rumble

It's a native plant playoff! 

Get to know 28 of the native plants found in the Red Oak Rain Garden by building a bracket and voting for your favorites. Cast your votes during daily…