# Event Details

- **Event Name**: NatureFest 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: The annual NatureFest is hosted by Illinois Extension, DeKalb County Forest Preserve, DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District, and the DeKalb County Health Department. It occurs at the only nature center in DeKalb County, Genoa's Natural Resource Education Center.

This family-friendly, free event is perfect for families with elementary-aged children and up. There will be nature-themed hands-on learning activities. The event is outdoors, so be sure to dress for the weather. Learning topics include turtles, camouflage, insects, the river research, and more. Check in at the registration table and pick up a passport and a map of the area.

Explore Russell Woods Forest Preserve and the NREC from 10 AM to 1 PM. Families can take part in multiple hands-on learning activities. Come see T.J. the tortoise (the resident 75-pound African Sulcata tortoise), the other live animal displays, and hike the trails. 

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this event, contact the DeKalb County Extension office at 815-784-2000 or email mariantt@illinois.edu
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/genoa/naturefest-2026/200029674294514
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 67

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Genoa
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Natural Resource Education Center, 11750 State Rt 72, Genoa, IL 60135
- **lat**: 42.09889
- **long**: -88.72136
- **full address**: Natural Resource Education Center, 11750 State Rt 72, Genoa, IL 60135, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: NatureFest 2026
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/8ad291cac1e549c8a8ab223bbd6be5f187ccaa9ccf87ff5242d5690e106ccdc1-rimg-w1200-h630-dc9ec460-gmir?v=1776700687

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is NatureFest 2026 being held?
  - **A:** NatureFest 2026 takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 01:00 pm at Natural Resource Education Center, 11750 State Rt 72, Genoa, IL 60135, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing NatureFest 2026?
  - **A:** NatureFest 2026 is organized by University of Illinois Extension - Boone, DeKalb and Ogle Counties.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** NatureFest 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Genoa, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 60+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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