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Illinois Land Improvement Contractors Association, Inc.
Associate/Partner Events
ILICA recognizes the benefits our Associates and partners provide our membership through various education training sessions, product demonstrations, etc. Please find listed below some of these opportunities. If your company has an upcoming event, we want to hear about. Please email michelle@illica.net with details.
Mar 16-20, 2026
2026 Overholt Drainage School
Overholt Drainage School held at the Ohio State University's Wooster Campus, is a five-day, hands-on training program designed for drainage producers, contractors, district technicians, engineers and landowners planning to install or repair their own drainage systems.
Mar 18, 2026
Soil: Where it All Begins
Hosted in partnership with The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation, join to hear from Aimee Figgatt, NACD Stewardship and Education Coordinator, about NACD's conservation stewardship and education materials.
Mar 19, 2026
How Can Telematics Help Your Drivers Improve?
Explore how telematics technology can support your fleet's safety and efficiency goals. This session offers insights into the tools available to monitor and understand driver behavior, such as Lytx in-cab video and Federated DriveSAFESM telematics, to help manage your fleet more effectively.
Mar 24, 2026
Conserving Your Land & Legacy: Soil Health, Pollinators, & Habitat
Join University of Illinois Extension for a three-part evening series focused on practical strategies for soil health, water quality, and long-term farm transition. Sessions run March 24, March 31, and April 7 from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Lena Community Center.
Mar 26, 2026
Virtual Field Day: Co-benefits and Possible Unintended Consequences of Restoring Wetlands for Nutrient Reduction
Mar 26, 2026
Purple Wave Auction: Arnt & S&A Land Clearing Retirement Auction Joint Open House
Join Purple Wave Auction for the Arnt & S&A Land Clearing Retirement Auction Joint Open House!
Stop by to preview equipment at both locations in Hugo, MN.
• S&A Land Clearing – 16221 Ingersoll Ave. N., Hugo, MN (S&A equipment viewing)
• Arnt Construction – 2190 Phelps Rd., Hugo, MN (Arnt equipment viewing)
Mar 31, 2026
Conserving Your Land & Legacy: Watersheds & Water Quality
Join University of Illinois Extension for a three-part evening series focused on practical strategies for soil health, water quality, and long-term farm transition. Sessions run March 24, March 31, and April 7 from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Lena Community Center.
Mar 26, 2026
Purple Wave Auction: Arnt Construction Retirement Auction Open House
Join Purple Wave Auction for the Arnt Construction Retirement Auction Open House! Stop by to preview equipment in Hugo, MN.
Arnt Construction – 2190 Phelps Rd., Hugo, MN (Arnt equipment viewing)
Apr 7, 2026
Conserving Your Land & Legacy: Succession Planning
Join University of Illinois Extension for a three-part evening series focused on practical strategies for soil health, water quality, and long-term farm transition. Sessions run March 24, March 31, and April 7 from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Lena Community Center.
Apr 8, 2026
Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy Update
Presenter: Trevor Sample, Agency Coordinator for the Illinois Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency.
The presentations will take place the second Wednesday of each month, February through May, from 3:10-4:00 p.m. via Zoom.
Apr 16, 2026
Buckle Up for the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Roadcheck
This webinar will provide an overview of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) International Roadcheck, scheduled for May 12-14, 2026. Fleet managers and business owners will learn key information about the largest targeted commercial motor vehicle enforcement program in North America.
Apr 20, 2026
Standard Forwarding LLC Strategic Fleet Realignment Auction Open House
Join Purple Wave Auction for the Standard Forwarding LLC Strategic Fleet Realignment Auction Open House located in East Moline, IL! It’s a great opportunity for fleets and owner-operators looking for proven, road-ready equipment from a trusted regional carrier.
Apr 23, 2026
Confined Space Free Course - Naperville, IL
A confined space isn’t just a tight squeeze; it’s a potential death trap where the air can turn lethal without warning. This 2-hour session is built for the factory team—operators, maintenance, and attendants—who work in and around tanks, pits, and hoppers. Learn about the “Silent Killers”: invisible, odorless gases that can drop a worker in seconds.
May 12-14, 2026
Federated Insurance Risk Management Academy
As a business owner, you face risks every day, some you can see, and others you can’t. The Risk Management Academy is designed to help you take control of those risks before they impact your bottom line. Over 2.5 days, you’ll gain practical strategies to safeguard your business, protect your employees, and strengthen your leadership approach.
May 13, 2026
Indiana’s State Nutrient Reduction Strategy: Programs, Practices and Priorities
Presenter: Julie Harrold, program manager for CREP and water quality initiatives, Indiana State Department of Agriculture, Division of Soil Conservation.
The presentations will take place the second Wednesday of each month, February through May, from 3:10-4:00 p.m. via Zoom.
May 13, 2026
Confined Space Free Course - Naperville, IL
A confined space isn’t just a tight squeeze; it’s a potential death trap where the air can turn lethal without warning. This 2-hour session is built for the factory team—operators, maintenance, and attendants—who work in and around tanks, pits, and hoppers. Learn about the “Silent Killers”: invisible, odorless gases that can drop a worker in seconds.
May 21, 2026
Understanding Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Workplace
This webinar will cover the rise of AI and its growing role in workplace tools and technology. Employers can benefit from this session by gaining an understanding of AI to help manage it in their workplaces. Topics that will be covered include opportunities and risks AI brings, how employees might use it, and the guidelines for using it responsibly.
May 22, 2026
Confined Space Free Course - Rockford, IL
A confined space isn’t just a tight squeeze; it’s a potential death trap where the air can turn lethal without warning. This 2-hour session is built for the factory team—operators, maintenance, and attendants—who work in and around tanks, pits, and hoppers. Learn about the “Silent Killers”: invisible, odorless gases that can drop a worker in seconds.
Jun 9, 2026
Confined Space Free Course - Naperville, IL
A confined space isn’t just a tight squeeze; it’s a potential death trap where the air can turn lethal without warning. This 2-hour session is built for the factory team—operators, maintenance, and attendants—who work in and around tanks, pits, and hoppers. Learn about the “Silent Killers”: invisible, odorless gases that can drop a worker in seconds.
Jun 18, 2026
The Importance of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
Hear about how to foster an environment where employees feel safe discussing mental health without fear of stigma or job-related consequences. You’ll gain insight into leadership skills on how to address workplace stressors, prepare clear response plans, and the benefits of mental health first aid training and suicide prevention education.
Jul 12-14, 2026
AISWCD Summer Conference
New location: Peoria, IL
Details coming soon
Jan 12-14, 2027
North America Conservation & Drainage Expo
NACADE will be held at Peoria Civic Center in Peoria, Illinois, January 12-14, 2027. If you are in farming, drainage, conservation, contracting, or equipment/material manufacturing, NACADE '27 will have something for you.