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Start the New Year with healthy habits and fresh inspiration from the UCCE Master Food Preservers.  Discover how to make delicious low-sugar fruits, jams, and jellies, and learn easy ways to cut back on sodium with flavorful homemade herb and spice blends you can mix and share.  We’ll also show you…

Firewise Living: From Structure to LandscapePhoto credit UCANRThis practical workshop equips homeowners with essential skills to reduce wildfire risks. Participants will learn strategies for creating defensible space around structures, including vegetation management, landscaping techniques, and home…

Drought Tolerant Gardening: Design and MaintenanceTaught by Certified Master Gardener of Ventura County Laura Pasetta. Learn to conserve water, save money, save time and save energy by planting a sustainable drought tolerant garden. You will learn how to select, plant, water and maintain this type of garden…

Right Plant, Right PlaceCome learn how to choose plants for the space you have in your yard. You will learn about micro climates, hydrozones, characteristics of drought tolerant plants, and how to establish and maintain your plantings. Taught by Certified Master Gardener, Dani Brusius.Date: Tuesday,…

Growing California NativesPlease join the Ventura County Master Gardeners at this timely talk on how to plant and grow California Native plants.Learn how to grow a California native plant garden. Learn when it's best to plant natives, their maintenance needs, and other important information about these…

The mission of the California Naturalist Program is to foster a diverse community of naturalists and promote stewardship of California's natural resources through education and service.The California Naturalist Program promotes environmental literacy and stewardship through discovery and…