- Author: Anne E Schellman
The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Master Gardeners of Stanislaus County are teaching a free Managing Pests in Your Vegetable Garden class on Thursday, July 18, 2019 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the Agriculture Center on 3800 Cornucopia Way in Modesto at Harvest Hall, Rooms D&E.
Join us for a free class about common pests that plague warm-season vegetable gardens. Learn how to identify insects, diseases, and weeds and how to control them using less-toxic methods.
This family-friendly class is open to everyone. Participants will receive free seeds (while supplies last). Our instructor for the class is Ed Perry, Environmental Horticulture Advisor (emeritus) for Stanislaus County. This class is free, but please visit http://ucanr.edu/vegpests2019 or call Anne Schellman at (209) 525-6862 to sign up. Space is limited, so please reserve your seat today.
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- Author: Anne E Schellman
Are you fascinated by insects? Do you want to learn more about them but aren't sure how? The Stanislaus County UCCE Master Gardeners are offering a chance to help you get started. Instructor Anne Schellman will present on how to classify and identify insects and the process for collecting and pinning. You'll also watch a hands-on demonstration on how to pin and “style” your insect to look its best in your collection, followed by trying it out yourself!
This class is designed for adults (18 and over) interested in starting their own collection. Join us on Tuesday, May 14, at the San Joaquin Agricultural Center in Stockton from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The cost is $40 and includes a glass-topped collection box, pins, preservation strip, and educational materials. We will also provide a light breakfast of fruit, granola bars, tea, and coffee.
If you want to attend up, please sign up ASAP! The class is limited to 30 people and there are only 14 spaces left. Visit http://ucanr.edu/bugs2019
Payment online is by credit card only. If you would prefer to pay cash or check, contact Anne Schellman at (209) 525-6862 or aschellman@ucanr.edu. We will need your payment by Friday, May 10.
