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
Legacy Trees: The Significance Of and How to Manage our Forest Elders
Legacy trees are defined by many names, shapes, sizes, and stories. This talk will define a legacy tree and explore the history and benefits of some of the oldest trees on our Illinois landscape.…
Moth-A-Palooza
Come out on to Rend Lake Project Visitor Center to learn more about moths during National Moth Week with Illinois Extension Forest Management and Ecology Specialist, Kevin Rohling and Horticulture…
Cover Crop Conversations: Farmer-to-Farmer Insights Across Illinois
Connect farmer-to-farmer across Illinois!Join us for a free virtual panel discussion featuring farmers from northwest, west central, and southern Illinois utilizing cover crops in their…
Staying Inside the Lines: Best Practices for Firebreak Design
Prescribed fire is an important management tool in forests and grasslands. A well-designed and correctly installed firebreak is the first line of defense in keeping your burn safe and effective.…
Gerald White Prairie Wagon Tour
After nearly 20 years of prairie reconstruction work, the White Family Prairie is a diverse ecosystem of plants, drawing numerous types of wildlife. At 11 acres, this prairie has undergone years…
Gerald White Prairie Wagon Tour (2)
After nearly 20 years of prairie reconstruction work, the White Family Prairie is a diverse ecosystem of plants, drawing numerous types of wildlife. At 11 acres, this prairie has undergone years…
Emerging Invasive Species Across Illinois
Keeping tabs on the latest invasive species in our region is critical to implementing successful management strategies, such as Early Detection and Rapid Response. This presentation will cover…
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Introduction to Invasive Species Management
Learn how to manage invasive plants in a two-day hybrid program that starts with a day of…
Brent Fowler Prairie Wagon Tour-Aug
My father, son, and I, along with my wife and brother-in-law, farm around 3500 acres of mostly corn and soybeans. I have a love for native plants and wildlife in general and specifically enjoy…
Native Seed Share
Native Seed Share - October 25, 2025
Join us at Owsley Habitat for a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and enhance your landscaping! The Native Seed Share is all about…