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Become a Master Naturalist

Learn more about how you can become a volunteer and facilitate conservation in your community.

Volunteer Database, GivePulse

Active Master Naturalist volunteers, log your volunteer and continuing education hours here.

Everyday Environment Series

Explore the intricate web of connections that bind us to the natural world through blogs, podcasts, and webinars.

Read about nature

Be inspired to get outside and appreciate Illinois' natural beauty all seasons of the year.

Learn about Illinois wildlife

Learn about how you can support Illinois wildlife and navigate everyday encounters with research-based information you can trust.

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

Chainsaw safety and Pruning Young Trees

February 3, 2026

Farming with Wildlife

February 3, 2026

County

Marshall

Bats and Forest Habitat

February 4, 2026

Garden & Natural Resource Helpline Training

February 5, 2026

County

Fulton

Mason

Peoria

Tazewell

More Events

Recent News

January 29, 2026

Wily and Wild Animal Invaders webinar explores environmental impact of invasive wildlife
URBANA, Ill. — Across the U.S., including Illinois, many non-native wildlife species have found their way into new environments, where they can pose a threat to natural ecosystems and the economy. This spring,...

A heart shaped design made from willow branches hanging outdoors as decor

January 29, 2026

Embrace nature’s snowy season with Illinois Extension Four Seasons winter webinars
URBANA, Ill. — With a bit of creativity and planning, winter activities can still include nature. Stay indoors and out of the cold with new webinars from University of Illinois Extension’s...

January 26, 2026

Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference returns to support Midwest landowners
URBANA, Ill. — The Tri-State Forest Stewardship Conference, one of the largest gatherings for forest landowners in the Midwest, returns this spring. For more than 25 years, the conference has provided resources to forest landowners in the Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin area to better manage their...

Members of Extension Academy and ACES/Extension leadership

January 14, 2026

Illinois Extension Academy cohort poised to cultivate collaboration and impact
URBANA, IL — Collaboration and shared expertise strengthen any project, especially when they help deliver University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s latest research and best practices to communities across Illinois and beyond.With the start of the fall...