Online and in your backyard, Illinois Extension staff provide programs to connect you with the natural world. Explore upcoming and annual events below.
Invasive Species Symposium Forestry Events Master Naturalist Annual Conference
2026 Illinois Invasive Species Symposium
Explore the latest invasive species research updates, learn about management options, celebrate success stories, network with colleagues, and ask questions at…
Pickerelweed Project: Education and Training
Join Illinois Extension and Urbana Park District to learn how establishing the right “weed” for your pond or wetland can help support native bees, including a local endangered bee, the…
Container Gardening Workshop
Container gardens are a great option for beginner gardeners, those without a big space to garden, and those with challenging soil conditions. We’ll explore different types of container gardens…
Conservation Tours
Jack Wohlstadter purchased the first 80 acres of the farm in 1992, and an additional 38 acres were added in 2001. The property has been a certified Tree…
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Horticulture Core Education Training
University of Illinois Extension's Horticulture Core Education Training is designed for adults of any age who love to learn about gardening/horticulture and have a desire to give back to their…
Monroe County Outdoor Explorers
Join us for a guided evening walk as we explore trees in our local landscapes. This program is designed for youth and adults of all ages and includes light hiking.
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Beefsteak Removal on Snake Road
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Introduction to Invasive Species Management
From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day program that starts with a day of online…
Introduction to Invasive Species Management - Montgomery County Field Day
From your backyard to the local forest, invasive species have big environmental and economic impacts. Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day program that starts with a day of online…
Container Gardening Workshop
Container gardens are a great option for beginner gardeners, those without a big space to garden, and those with challenging soil conditions. We’ll explore different types of container gardens…