Fall Trash Blasts Join us November 6 at Iron Mountain as USDA, Shawnee National Forest Service, Friends of the Shawnee, and Illinois Extension partner to host our annual Trash Blasts in 2026. The ...

Volunteering with Illinois Extension opens the door to endless possibilities. Embrace lifelong learning and create a lifelong impact by becoming a 4-H Leader, Master Gardener, or Master Naturalist!

Walking is one of the most accessible and effective ways to improve overall health. Let's Walk for Wellness! is a program that will help you connect with others, build confidence, and take meaningful ...

As we move forward in 2026, let our hands continue to sow the seeds of knowledge and our hearts beat in unison, fostering a sense of belonging and connectedness. Together, we'll continue to shape a ...

Use the Find Food Illinois map to locate places in your community offering free food or meals. You also can find stores and markets that accept SNAP/LINK or WIC coupons. Each growing season, trained ...

Have a plant, garden, or landscape question? Our Master Gardeners are here to help! Simply fill out this form and one of our Master Gardeners will reach out. A helping hand for aging well! Quarterly ...

The St. Clair County office is now open Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The office is closed daily for lunch from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. For questions or inquiries, please contact us at ...

Life is full of questions. Around the kitchen table, questions turn into conversations, conversations turn into ideas, and ideas become solutions. Whatever question you're facing, you don't have to ...

Put research-based knowledge to work for you. At home, at work, and in your community — count on Illinois Extension’s reliable and relatable information to help you navigate resilience in all areas of ...

Little Sprouts with 4-H and Master Gardeners will introduce youth to nature and gardening through storybooks and activities.

Join University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener and 4-H volunteer, Jerry Gudauskas, for an informative program ...