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Fond du Lac County Day In The Garden

Posted on March 13, 2017 | Leave a comment

The 19th Annual Day in the Garden by the Fond du Lac County Master Gardener Association is set for Saturday, March 18th. The event features speakers, vendors, and a silent auction. It runs from 8:00 to 3:45 at the UW Fond du Lac Extension Office.

I will be speaking on Gardening for Pollinators and Beneficial Insects at the event.

Day in the Garden will give you get tips and inspiration for your own garden and is a great way to network with other local gardeners.

For additional information, see 2017 Day in the Garden brochure.

Handouts for the talk are available here.

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The 2017 Wisconsin Garden Expo

Posted on January 23, 2017 | Leave a comment

It is time again for the Wisconsin Garden Expo. The 2017 event runs from Friday, February 10th through Sunday, February 12th at the Alliant Energy Center Exhibition Hall in Madison, WI. It features a trade show and numerous educational seminars and demonstrations, plus a farmer’s market on Sunday. This is an excellent and very popular event held to benefit Wisconsin Public Television. This year marks the 24th anniversary of the Expo. It attracts over 20,000 attendees from across the Midwest.

I will be presenting two seminars at the show. On Friday the 10th at 2:15 in Mendota 5, I will speak on Improving Success with Seed Starting. Attendees will learn the “whys” behind the “hows” of seed germination to improve their success when starting plants from seeds. Tips and techniques to help gardeners of all skill levels will be covered. Handouts from the talk (327k .pdf)

On Saturday the 11th at 2:15 in Mendota 8, I will speak on Gardening for Pollinators and Beneficial Insects. Attendees will learn how to identify, appreciate, and encourage beneficial insects in the garden. I will cover recommended annuals and perennials to plant for season long bloom, and how to tend your garden to make it a safe haven for beneficial insects. Handouts from the talk (514k .pdf)

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Weekend Permaculture Design Course in Michigan

Posted on January 10, 2017 | Leave a comment

Pierce Cedar Creek Institute in Hastings, MI is offering a weekend workshop based, year long Permaculture Design Course. The first class is January 21 and will cover the Principles of Natural Systems and Design. The course will be taught by Western Michigan University Office for Sustainability Permaculture Coordinator Josh Shultz.

The weekend format is built on independent workshops. This format allows  easier scheduling for individuals with work, budget, and other commitments. It can also allow those interested in specific topics to participate without committing to an entire design course. The extended format also allows for visits to field sites throughout the year, focusing on seasonally appropriate topics.

The first workshop serves as an overview of Permaculture concepts. It runs Saturday and Sunday, January 21 and 22 from 9 am to 4 pm each day. Cost is $200 for members $200 and $220 for non-Members.

For more information can be found at Pierce Cedar Creek Institute

 

 

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Growing Michigan Agriculture Conference

Posted on February 26, 2014 | Leave a comment

The Growing Michigan Agriculture Conference will be held Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at the Kellogg Center on the Michigan State University campus.

Registration is $85 by March 3 and $95 at the door. For more information, contact ANR Event Services at 517-353-3175 or email events@anr.msu.edu.

Topics covered will include legislative policy, crops, and more.

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Seed Savers Exchange Chicago Event

Posted on February 24, 2014 | Comments Off on Seed Savers Exchange Chicago Event

The Seed Savers Exchange (SSE) is having a member luncheon program at the Morton Arboretum in Chicago, IL on Sunday, March 16th. Speakers are Vicki Nowicki and Diane Ott Whealy.

Registration is a $15 suggested donation, and pre-registration is required.

SSE is a fantastic organization and a great resource for open pollinated, locally adapted varieties.

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Michigan Permaculture Convergence

Posted on October 3, 2013 | Leave a comment
The first annual Michigan Permaculture Convergence is taking place November 1-3, 2013 at Camp Talahi Retreat & Nature Center in Howell, Michigan.
Registration is $50, and can be done online.

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Great Lakes EXPO

Posted on December 10, 2012 | Leave a comment

I attended the Great Lakes EXPO in Grand Rapids, MI the first week of December as one of the greenhouse industry speakers.  (You can grab handouts of my talk on Seed Plug Production here at perennialguru.com.)  It’s a somewhat unique show, as it combines greenhouse, vegetable, and fruit horticulture topics and vendors. Continue reading →

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