In celebration of the 2022 Master Naturalist Volunteer Graduation, we are hosting an outdoor volunteer fair to mix and mingle with our new Master Naturalists and all of our program partners! This event is for anyone who wants to learn more about volunteering for our environment locally.

Join us on August 18 from 6-7 pm near the organic gardens at Meadowbrook just off Race St in Urbana. You will be able to talk to representatives from Champaign County Forest Preserve District, Champaign Park District Natural Areas, Urbana Park District, Vermilion County Conservation District, Grand Prairie Friends, Land Conservation Foundation, Upper Sangamon River Conservancy, the Idea Store, Audubon Society, Allerton Allies, and more. We will also have representatives talking about Extension programs, like Master Naturalist, Master Gardener, and Money Mentors. We will be spread out from the pavilion to the herb garden for a casual atmosphere to ask questions and sign up to volunteer with local organizations. 

Help us spread the word and recruit volunteers for our local environment. For questions contact Amanda at achriste@illinois.edu. You are encouraged to register below to receive an email reminder, but registration is not required.

Who: Open to the public and all are welcome.
What: Volunteer Fair with East Central Illinois Master Naturalist Partners
When: Thursday, August 18 from 6-7 pm 
Where: Meadowbrook Park's Garden Pavilion
Why: Get connected with your local environment by lending a hand to local organizations on the front lines of conservation and restoration.