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Join UCCE Imperial County extension adviser's as they present theVegetable Production and IPM for Conventional and Organic SystemsThis workshop will feature presentations on various aspects of agriculture in Southwest desert region including vegetable disease updates and management, emergent…

This UC California Naturalist Course will focus on the local watersheds. Alameda Creek Watershed and surrounding natural areas in addition to the Arroyo Viejo Watershed. The Alameda Creek Watershed is the largest watershed and tributary in the Bay Area. It Extends as far south as Mount Hamilton, north to…

The Conservation Society of California and Oakland Zoo's UC Climate Stewards Certification Course will integrate locally relevant themes of the conservation of native plants and animals, environmental justice, and community stewardship. Through guest speakers, field trips, and activities we will learn about…

Community Nature Connection’s California Naturalist Course seeks to foster a committed corps of volunteer naturalists and community scientists trained and ready to take an active role in natural resource conservation, education, and restoration. The UC California Naturalist course will introduce you to the…

Community Environmental Council's UC Climate Stewards course seeks to foster a committed corps of volunteers ready to effectively engage in transformative local solutions to promote community and ecosystem resilience in a changing climate. The UC Climate Stewards course will introduce you to social-emotional…

Program: This presentation will strive to make sense of the history of gardening, the evolution of irrigation, and the idea of seasonal supplemental watering and the devices we use to apply water in our gardens. The general theme is Earth-Friendly Gardening. Our mission as Master Gardeners is to educate the…

Program: This presentation will provide home gardeners with an overview of why deep infrequent watering is recommended for maintaining healthy plants. Lois Stevens will focus on root depths and their uptake of water and nutrients. She will explain efficient watering practices for Marin's climate and soil…

Program: Every species of woody tree and shrub has unique qualities which is why we want it in our garden. Learning to perceive those qualities - the essence of a tree - can guide our pruning to bring out these desired characteristics. We will discuss the distinctive attributes of trees and shrubs to…