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Recent News About Illinois Department Natural Resources
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Springfield sites offer free events for Black History Month
Illinois state historic sites in Springfield are set to host a range of events in February to honor Black History Month.
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Volunteers sought for Illinois History Day student competition on May 1
The Illinois State Museum is calling for judges and volunteers to participate in the upcoming student Illinois History Day competition, scheduled for May 1 at the Bank of Springfield Center.
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Illinois State Museum unveils 'Here, There' exhibit featuring diverse artists
The Illinois State Museum (ISM) is set to open a new exhibition titled "Here, There: New Perspectives on the Collection" on March 15 at its Springfield location.
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Grants awarded to enhance youth habitat projects across Illinois
More than $40,000 in grants have been allocated for 26 schoolyard habitat projects across Illinois.
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Fireside chats scheduled at Lincoln's New Salem in February
Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site is set to host a series of fireside chats starting February 12, coinciding with Abraham Lincoln's birthday.
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Volunteer Fire Assistance grants available for rural Illinois fire departments
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is currently accepting applications for Volunteer Fire Assistance (VFA) grants.
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Valentine's Day moonlight walk and music at Black Hawk State Historic Site
Black Hawk State Historic Site in Rock Island is set to host a Valentine's Day event featuring a moonlit trail walk and live music.
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Illinois celebrates Lincoln's birthday with events across state historic sites
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is inviting the public to participate in events commemorating President Abraham Lincoln's birthday at various state historic sites throughout Illinois.
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Mason State Tree Nursery begins annual spring seedling sale on February 3
The Mason State Tree Nursery is set to commence its annual spring seedling sale on February 3, running until mid-May.
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Illinois allocates over $60M for natural resources projects under Rebuild Illinois
The Capital Development Board (CDB) has announced over $60 million in funding for deferred maintenance projects within the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).
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Illinois reports increased deer harvest for the latest hunting season
Hunters in Illinois have harvested a preliminary total of 170,758 deer during the 2024-2025 archery and firearm seasons, which ended on January 19.
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Vandalia Statehouse plans events for Lincoln's birthday celebration
The Vandalia Statehouse State Historic Site is set to commemorate Abraham Lincoln's birthday with a special event on Sunday, February 9.
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Eagle-watching events scheduled across Illinois this winter
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is encouraging the public to participate in eagle-watching events across the state during January and February.
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Illinois prepares for nationwide celebration marking America's 250th anniversary
Preparations are in motion for Illinois to partake in the nationwide celebration of 250 years of independence in 2026.
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Youth invited to wingshooting clinics in Jersey & Randolph counties
Youth aged 10 to 17 are invited to apply for wingshooting clinics and pheasant hunts at Pere Marquette State Park in Jersey County on March 1 and the World Shooting and Recreational Complex (WSRC) in Randolph County on March 15.
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IDNR collects Christmas trees for fish habitat after holidays
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is collecting live Christmas trees to enhance fish habitats in local lakes.
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Illinois offers free first day hikes at 15 state parks
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is encouraging residents to kick off the new year with a First Day Hike at one of the state's parks on January 1, 2025.
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Illinois State Museum names new director after interim period
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has announced that Jenn Edginton will assume the role of director at the Illinois State Museum.
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Illinois monitors avian flu outbreak among waterfowl statewide
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is currently monitoring a significant mortality event among waterfowl across various locations in Illinois.
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Off-highway vehicle trails open at Sahara Woods State Recreation Area
Fans of off-highway vehicles can now explore new trails at Sahara Woods State Recreation Area in Saline County, as announced by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR).