Instructor: Amanda Marek Course #: GAR154 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This class meets 4 times: M W, 10/4/2021 - 10/13/2021
Members: $18; Non-Members: $23
Room: Room 3 Seats Available: 11
New to Florida, or new to gardening in Florida? Or would you just like to learn how to have a low-maintenance, attractive yard to you and to wildlife that conserves water and saves you money? Please join faculty and Master Gardener volunteers from the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service for this 4-part series that dives into the 9 principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping. Participants will receive learning materials, will have the opportunity to test their soil pH and will be offered free yard evaluations at the conclusion of the program!
Instructor: Patricia Nobles Course #: IFA164 Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
This class meets 1 time on: Tu, 8/3/2021
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Location: Cypress Hall Seats Available: 17
The extension service is a joint effort of the county and the University of Florida to extend the education and research from the University of Florida to the citizens of Marion County. This is a resource available to all residents of Marion County and specific to needs identified by the University of Florida and the residents of Florida. There are many services provided at no cost to the residents to help answer and solve problems you may encounter in production agriculture, landscaping, nutrition and healthy living styles, youth development, and conserving our natural resources for generations to come just to mention a few of the super issues we face.
Instructor: Caitlin Bainum Course #: IFA160 Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
This class meets 1 time on: W, 10/6/2021
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Location: Cypress Hall Seats Available: 16
Come join UF/IFAS Extension Livestock Agent Caitlin Bainum to hear about agriculture awareness and increase your knowledge on our rural industries and how they affect each person's daily lives.
Instructor: Maxine Hunter Course #: IFA162 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This class meets 1 time on: W, 8/18/2021
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Location: Cypress Hall Seats Available: 21
Do you worry about seeing snakes in your landscape or neighborhood? This session will help you learn about snakes that live in central Florida, how to identify them correctly, and reduce interactions with snakes and other wildlife.
This class is part of the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service WILD Horticulture Series. Check the catalog each month for programs by Maxine Hunter and Amanda Marek on various landscaping, wildlife and natural resource topics.
The instructor will be teaching live in person with students both in class as well as attending remotely.
Students who register for this instance will attend class remotely. Students will take the course by signing in to the webinar via an internet web browser (online).
You will receive a link in the email confirmation reminder at least three days before class.
Course #: IFA162 Instructor: Maxine Hunter Room: Online Webinar Meets: W, 8/18/2021 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Do you worry about seeing snakes in your landscape or neighborhood? This session will help you learn about snakes that live in central Florida, how to identify them correctly, and reduce interactions with snakes and other wildlife.
This class is part of the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service WILD Horticulture Series. Check the catalog each month for programs by Maxine Hunter and Amanda Marek on various landscaping, wildlife and natural resource topics.
Instructor: Maxine Hunter Course #: IFA109 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
This class meets 1 time on: W, 12/15/2021
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Location: Cypress Hall Seats Available: 27
Have you had problems or even damage from pesky animals in your yard at night? Learn the 4 step approach to identify your unwanted guests and prevent further issues.
This class is part of the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service WILD Horticulture Series. Check the catalog each month for classes by Maxine Hunter and Amanda Marek on various landscaping, wildlife and natural resource topics.
The instructor will be teaching live in person with students both in class as well as attending remotely.
Students who register for this instance will attend class remotely. Students will take the course by signing in to the webinar via an internet web browser (online).
You will receive a link in the email confirmation reminder at least three days before class.
Course #: IFA109 Instructor: Maxine Hunter Room: Online Webinar Meets: W, 12/15/2021 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Have you had problems or even damage from pesky animals in your yard at night? Learn the 4 step approach to identify your unwanted guests and prevent further issues.
This class is part of the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service WILD Horticulture Series. Check the catalog each month for classes by Maxine Hunter and Amanda Marek on various landscaping, wildlife and natural resource topics.
Instructor: Maxine Hunter, Lauren Paparone Course #: IFA120 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This class meets 1 time on: Tu, 8/17/2021
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Location: Cypress Hall Seats Available: 11
July in Florida is hot, even our plants can get roasted. Learn to create attractive containers that will last you through the summer heat and provide some beautiful colors. Additionally, we will discover ways to incorporate biodiversity into the landscapes.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
The instructor will be teaching live in person with students both in class as well as attending remotely.
Students who register for this instance will attend class remotely. Students will take the course by signing in to the webinar via an internet web browser (online).
You will receive a link in the email confirmation reminder at least three days before class.
Course #: IFA120 Instructor: Maxine Hunter, Lauren Paparone Room: Online Webinar Meets: Tu, 8/17/2021 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
July in Florida is hot, even our plants can get roasted. Learn to create attractive containers that will last you through the summer heat and provide some beautiful colors. Additionally, we will discover ways to incorporate biodiversity into the landscapes.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
Instructor: Maxine Hunter, Pat Burns Course #: GAR128 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
This class meets 1 time on: W, 9/1/2021
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Location: Cypress Hall Seats Available: 20
Whether you are new to Central Florida, or a long time resident, you might not know our Fall and Winter seasons can be unpredictable and blended at the same time. Learn ways to prepare your landscape for cooler weather.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
The instructor will be teaching live in person with students both in class as well as attending remotely.
Students who register for this instance will attend class remotely. Students will take the course by signing in to the webinar via an internet web browser (online).
You will receive a link in the email confirmation reminder at least three days before class.
Course #: GAR128 Instructor: Maxine Hunter, Pat Burns Room: Online Webinar Meets: W, 9/1/2021 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Whether you are new to Central Florida, or a long time resident, you might not know our Fall and Winter seasons can be unpredictable and blended at the same time. Learn ways to prepare your landscape for cooler weather.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
Instructor: Maxine Hunter Course #: IFA117 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This class meets 1 time on: W, 10/6/2021
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Location: Room 4 Seats Available: 11
Edibles come in all shapes and sizes, incorporating them into your home and landscape is easier than you may think! We will discuss a variety of Vegetables, how to take care of them for optimum harvest, and what to do with them with they are ready to harvest.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
The instructor will be teaching live in person with students both in class as well as attending remotely.
Students who register for this instance will attend class remotely. Students will take the course by signing in to the webinar via an internet web browser (online).
You will receive a link in the email confirmation reminder at least three days before class.
Course #: IFA117 Instructor: Maxine Hunter Room: Online Webinar Meets: W, 10/6/2021 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Edibles come in all shapes and sizes, incorporating them into your home and landscape is easier than you may think! We will discuss a variety of Vegetables, how to take care of them for optimum harvest, and what to do with them with they are ready to harvest.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
Instructor: Maxine Hunter, Pat Burns Course #: IFA165 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This class meets 1 time on: W, 11/3/2021
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Location: Room 4 Seats Available: 15
Do you look forward to the new varieties of holiday plants each year? These plants can provide beautiful displays both indoors and outdoors. Join us to learn best practices to have healthy holiday plants.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
The instructor will be teaching live in person with students both in class as well as attending remotely.
Students who register for this instance will attend class remotely. Students will take the course by signing in to the webinar via an internet web browser (online).
You will receive a link in the email confirmation reminder at least three days before class.
Course #: IFA165 Instructor: Maxine Hunter, Pat Burns Room: Online Webinar Meets: W, 11/3/2021 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Do you look forward to the new varieties of holiday plants each year? These plants can provide beautiful displays both indoors and outdoors. Join us to learn best practices to have healthy holiday plants.
Join our UF/IFAS Extension Marion County Master Gardeners to learn about various gardening techniques and explore new topics for your landscaping ventures through lectures and discussion to help you excel in your yard.
Instructor: Amanda Marek Course #: GAR146 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This class meets 1 time on: W, 9/15/2021
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Location: Cypress Hall Seats Available: 15
Would you like to have plants in your yard that are beautiful, drought-tolerant, hardy and attract wildlife? Join us for this introduction to some of the most popular Florida-Friendly plants that need minimal water and maintenance to add color and diversity to your landscape.
This class is part of the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service WILD Horticulture Series. Check the catalog each month for classes by Maxine Hunter and Amanda Marek on various landscaping, wildlife and natural resource source topics.
The instructor will be teaching live in person with students both in class as well as attending remotely.
Students who register for this instance will attend class remotely. Students will take the course by signing in to the webinar via an internet web browser (online).
You will receive a link in the email confirmation reminder at least three days before class.
Course #: GAR146 Instructor: Amanda Marek Room: Online Webinar Meets: W, 9/15/2021 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Would you like to have plants in your yard that are beautiful, drought-tolerant, hardy and attract wildlife? Join us for this introduction to some of the most popular Florida-Friendly plants that need minimal water and maintenance to add color and diversity to your landscape.
This class is part of the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service WILD Horticulture Series. Check the catalog each month for classes by Maxine Hunter and Amanda Marek on various landscaping, wildlife and natural resource source topics.
Instructor: Maxine Hunter Course #: IFA163 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This class meets 1 time on: W, 10/20/2021
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Location: Live Oak Hall Seats Available: 55
Have you visited our Marion County springs? This class will discuss the history of springs in central Florida and talk about the ways we can protect them by using best management practices in our yards and neighborhoods.
This class is part of the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service WILD Horticulture Series. Check the catalog each month for classes by Maxine Hunter and Amanda Marek on various landscaping, wildlife and natural resource topics.
The instructor will be teaching live in person with students both in class as well as attending remotely.
Students who register for this instance will attend class remotely. Students will take the course by signing in to the webinar via an internet web browser (online).
You will receive a link in the email confirmation reminder at least three days before class.
Course #: IFA163 Instructor: Maxine Hunter Room: Online Webinar Meets: W, 10/20/2021 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Have you visited our Marion County springs? This class will discuss the history of springs in central Florida and talk about the ways we can protect them by using best management practices in our yards and neighborhoods.
This class is part of the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service WILD Horticulture Series. Check the catalog each month for classes by Maxine Hunter and Amanda Marek on various landscaping, wildlife and natural resource topics.
Instructor: Amanda Marek Course #: GAR116 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This class meets 1 time on: Tu, 11/16/2021
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Location: Cypress Hall Seats Available: 22
Last year's winter for us was harsh. Multiple freezes did a number on our lawns and landscapes. Is your yard prepared for the coming winter? In this class we'll cover some basic tips to help your lawn and landscape plants survive the season.
This class is part of the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service WILD Horticulture Series. Check the catalog each month for classes by Maxine Hunter and Amanda Marek on various landscaping, wildlife and natural resource topics.
The instructor will be teaching live in person with students both in class as well as attending remotely.
Students who register for this instance will attend class remotely. Students will take the course by signing in to the webinar via an internet web browser (online).
You will receive a link in the email confirmation reminder at least three days before class.
Course #: GAR116 Instructor: Amanda Marek Room: Online Webinar Meets: Tu, 11/16/2021 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Members: Free; Non-Members: $5
Last year's winter for us was harsh. Multiple freezes did a number on our lawns and landscapes. Is your yard prepared for the coming winter? In this class we'll cover some basic tips to help your lawn and landscape plants survive the season.
This class is part of the UF/IFAS Marion County Extension Service WILD Horticulture Series. Check the catalog each month for classes by Maxine Hunter and Amanda Marek on various landscaping, wildlife and natural resource topics.
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