Author Archives: Duane Friend

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Info: Duane is an Educator with University of Illinois Extension in the Calhoun/Cass/Greene/Morgan/Scott unit. http://web.extension.illinois.edu/ccgms/ http://web.extension.illinois.edu/state/

Snakes Alive!

By Duane Friend We get several calls in our Extension office each year on what to do ...

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Whole lotta shakin’

by Duane Friend When people think of earthquakes in the United States, they tend to think of ...

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Citizen Science RiverWatch Training

By Duane Friend The Illinois RiverWatch Network will be providing training to volunteers on ...

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Shocking facts about lightning

By Duane Friend Spring brings along thunderstorms, which also bring lightning. Here is some ...

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Selling Timber

by Duane Friend Illinois woodland owners have sold over $250 million worth of timber over the ...

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The Famous Tri State Tornado

Duane Friend We are nearing severe storm and tornado season once again. Here is an article ...

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Humidifier use and care

Duane Friend Humidifiers are commonly used in homes to relieve the physical discomforts of dry ...

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Heating with wood

By Duane Friend We are getting to the time of year when there is a nip in the air, and ...

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Winter weather preparedness

Ladies and gentlemen, do not get fooled by the relatively mild fall we’ve had! Winter is fast ...

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Composting leaves

By Duane Friend Ah … fall … cooler temperatures, colorful scenes and falling ...

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