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Cooperative Extension offers classes for landscapers, nursery workers

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For immediate release: Jan. 6, 2015

Cooperative Extension offers classes for landscapers, nursery workers
Series of classes teach sustainable horticulture to local professionals

RENO, Nev. – University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, in collaboration with the Nevada Department of Agriculture, will offer a series of eight classes for those in the green industry beginning Feb. 3.

Heidi Kratsch, Cooperative Extension horticulture specialist, said attendees “will learn science-based, sustainable horticulture practices to manage plants and landscapes efficiently and safely.” read more

UNCE Master Gardener training begins February 12

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 10, 2013
Contact: Wendy Hanson Mazet, hansonw@unce.unr.edu, Phone: 775-336-0246

UNCE Master Gardener training begins February 12

Classes available in Douglas County

GARDNERVILLE, Nev. — Soon spring bulbs will break forth from cold Nevada soils. For local gardeners who thrive on the challenge of planting and caring for those bulbs and other plants in our harsh climate, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension (UNCE) still has some seats available in its spring Master Gardener Training Program. read more

Grow Your Own! A Back-to-Basic Guide to Great Harvests in Nevada Class

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Contact: Ashley Andrews
Phone: 775-336-0231
Email: andrewsa@unce.unr.edu

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GROW YOUR OWN! A BACK-TO-BASICS GUIDE TO GREAT HARVESTS IN NEVADA CLASS.

OFFERED STATEWIDE. MONDAYS, JULY 9 THROUGH AUGUST 27, 2-4 P.M.

University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s “Grow Your Own!” series provides low-cost training for Nevadans interested in growing healthy food at home.

University of Nevada Cooperative Extension staff and Certified Master Gardeners lecture on the basics of growing healthy food at home at UNCE’s “Grow Your Own!” series. Classes begin on July 9th and are held Tuesdays from 2-4 p.m. Grow Your Own! will be presented live in Reno (4955 Energy Way) and via videoconference statewide. read more

Grow Your Own! A Back-to-Basic Guide to Great Harvests in Nevada Class

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Contact: Ashley Andrews
Phone: 775-336-0231
Email: andrewsa@unce.unr.edu

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GROW YOUR OWN! A BACK-TO-BASICS GUIDE TO GREAT HARVESTS IN NEVADA CLASS.

OFFERED STATEWIDE. WEDNESDAYS, FEBRUARY 8 THROUGH MARCH 28, 2012.

University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s “Grow Your Own!” series provides low-cost training for Nevadans interested in growing healthy food at home.

University of Nevada Cooperative Extension staff and Certified Master Gardeners lecture on the basics of growing healthy food at home at UNCE’s “Grow Your Own!” series. Classes begin on February 8th and are held Wednesdays from 6-8 p.m. Grow Your Own! will be presented live in Reno (4955 Energy Way) and via videoconference statewide. read more

Carson River Film Festival Rescheduled due to Fire

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January 31, 2012

Contact: Ashley Andrews, andrewsa@unce.unr.edu, Phone: 775-336-0231

Carson River Film Festival Rescheduled due to Fire

Festival to feature 4 projects from Carson watershed students

horiz.colorWinners of the Carson River Coalition Education Working Group’s “Keep Streamsides Greener, Keep Water Cleaner” contest will be announced at the Carson River Film Festival 6:00-7:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Carson City Sheriff’s Building at 911 E. Musser St.

The student films that have been entered in the annual competition are available for viewing here. The public is invited to view the videos and to “like” their favorites. read more

UNCE Offers Growing and Composting in Small Places Class

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Contact: Ashley Andrews
Phone: 775-336-0231
Email: andrewsa@unce.unr.edu

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UNCE OFFERS GROWING AND COMPOSTING IN SMALL PLACES CLASS

University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s “Grow Your Own!” series provides low-cost training for Nevadans interested in growing healthy food at home.

horiz.colorUniversity of Nevada Cooperative Extension staff will lecture on the basics of growing healthy food and composting kitchen waste in small places at this “Grow Your Own!” series class. Class is held Oct. 25 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Participants may attend the presentation live at 4955 Energy Way in Reno for a cost of $15. The class is available to outlying areas of Nevada via videoconference. read more

Grow Your Own! A Back-to-Basic Guide to Great Harvests in Nevada Class

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Contact: Ashley Andrews
Phone: 775-336-0231
Email: andrewsa@unce.unr.edu

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GROW YOUR OWN! A BACK-TO-BASICS GUIDE TO GREAT HARVESTS IN NEVADA CLASS.

OFFERED STATEWIDE. TUESDAYS, SEPTEMBER THROUGH NOVEMBER, 6-8 P.M.

University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s “Grow Your Own!” series provides low-cost training for Nevadans interested in growing healthy food at home.

horiz.colorUniversity of Nevada Cooperative Extension staff and Certified Master Gardeners lecture on the basics of growing healthy food at home at UNCE’s “Grow Your Own!” series. Classes begin on September 20th and are held Tuesdays from 6-8 p.m. Grow Your Own! will be presented live in Reno (4955 Energy Way) and via videoconference statewide (Carson City, Duck Valley, Elko, Ely, Fallon, Las Vegas, Lovelock, Winnemucca, Tonopah and Yerington). read more

Free Tree Risk Assessment Class offered in Reno/Carson City

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Contact: Ashley Andrews
Phone: 775-336-0231
Email: andrewsa@unce.unr.edu  

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FREE TREE RISK ASSESSMENT CLASS OFFERED IN RENO/CARSON CITY, NOON-1 P.M. ON JULY 13th

University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Green Industry Continuing Education Series supports local professionals with free on-going professional development training classes.

horiz.colorDale Carlon, International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist, will guest-lecture on Tree Risk Assessment at University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s Green Industry Continuing Education Series class held July 13th from noon- 1 p.m. The class will be presented live in Reno (4955 Energy Way) and via videoconference in Carson City (2621 Northgate Ln., Ste. 15). read more

2011 Master Gardener of the Year Award Recipients Honored

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Phone: 775-336-0231
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2011 MASTER GARDENER OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS HONORED.

Three outstanding volunteer Master Gardeners recognized for their community service and University outreach in Washoe, Douglas and Storey counties.

horiz.colorThree outstanding volunteer Master Gardeners were awarded the 2011 Master Gardener of the Year Award on Saturday, June 18th. Master Gardner Program Coordinator Wendy Hanson Mazet recognized Beverly Depew, Barbara Bardecker and Sue Jones for their contribution to the communities in which they live. Beverly Depew has been the anchor of the Western Area/Washoe County office, answering phone calls, emails and helping walk-in clients with their horticulture questions. Barbara Bardecker is a staple volunteer in Carson City. Sue Jones runs University of Nevada Cooperative Extension’s soil testing program, testing soil from all over the state to help people grow healthier gardens and training other Master Gardeners to be able to do the same. read more