Drought conditions impact farmers and ranchers. Often times, weather related decisions alter production decisions including purchasing feed, selling cows or changing production schemes. These decisions can have financial and tax implications. Colorado State University has tax information available to farmers and ranchers to assist in decision making under stressful conditions. It is important that producers…
Colorado State University Extension presents The Mediterranean Diet. Colorado State University has created a workshop focusing on the Mediterranean diet. This workshop will answer questions about key characteristics of the Mediterranean lifestyle and how foods in the diet contribute to health. Plus, you will learn how to make fresh home-made hummus and try a delicious…
Colorado State University Extension presents Strawberry Jam Making and Canning Basics. Learn how to make and preserve flavorful summer fruit such as strawberries. Feel confident and proud to give your homemade fruit jam to friends and family. You will learn tested and researched based techniques to safely can jams. Covers water bath canning basics to…
Colorado State University Extension offers Make & Take: Sustainable Succulents Planted Container. In this workshop you will learn about two groups of low water, hardy perennial succulents (Sempervivum and Sedum species) and how they can be used to create a beautiful planter. Then make your own planter to take home and enjoy! Class and planter…
Colorado State University Extension presents: Walk & Talk: Covering Ground: Creating a Beautiful No-Mow Landscape (class held in the garden). If creating a beautiful no-mow landscape appeals to you, so will this class. See first-hand how ground cover plants can be combined to create a beautifully textured palette in micro-climates. Instructor will discuss plant choices,…
Colorado State University Extension Offers Make & Take: Blooming Planter – Thriller, Filler, Spiller. Learn how to create and maintain blooming planters with flowers that thrill and colors that spill. Make & Take home your own creation! This workshop and the planter make a great gift. Gift certificates available at the Extension Office. Date and…
Colorado State University Extension presents The Mediterranean Diet. Colorado State University has created a workshop focusing on the Mediterranean diet. This workshop will answer questions about key characteristics of the Mediterranean lifestyle and how foods in the diet contribute to health. Plus, you will learn how to make fresh home-made hummus and try a delicious…
Colorado State University Extension offers Vegetable Gardening Seminar. This seminar is brimming with gardening education, hints and troubleshooting information. Learn the foundation principles needed for vegetable gardening ground up. Presentations and Q&A sessions with Colorado Master Gardeners. Topics include: · Garden planning and layout · Soil essentials · Choosing plants · Which veggies to start…
Garden Study School is open to the public. This two-day training is sponsored by The Colorado Federation of Garden Clubs, Inc. Wednesday, May 2, classes will be held at the Colorado State University Extension building at 17 N. Spruce in Colorado Springs. Classes on Thursday, May 3, will be held at Summerland Gardens 124 E…
Capturing rainwater from your roof is now legal in Colorado. Colorado State University Extension presents: Harvesting Rainwater: Build Your Own Rain Barrel. Rain water can be used to irrigate you garden or landscape. Registration for the workshop includes information on the specific guidelines of the law, how to site and distribute harvested water. Participants can…
