Join us at the UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County office for some fun learning experiences this February! Below is our current class list for the month.
Right of Way Pest Control Certification Review & Exam
February 1 | 8 am – 5:00 pm
This workshop reviews the principles of right-of-way pest control, helping you prepare for the Right-of-Way Pesticide Applicators (ROW) License Exam.
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3iwDGjQ
Your Money Matters: Skills to Improve Financial Decision Making – Class Series
February 1, 8, & 15 | 6 pm – 8 pm
Whether you are new to managing money or are looking for new ideas to add to your toolkit, this class series is perfect for anyone who is wanting to learn more about money management.
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3VY8CHQ
Equine Series – Trailer Safety
February 1 | 6:30 pm – 8 pm
Learn how to safely transport horses as well as trailer maintenance and proper equipment.
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3X7SgNG
Child Passenger Safety Seminar
February 2 | 10 am – 12 pm
February 15 | 3 pm – 5 pm
Learn how to install your child’s safety seat correctly. Eligible mothers may be able to purchase a car seat at a discounted rate.
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3BkE1fK
Citizens Academy
February 9 – March 23 | 9 am – 3 pm
Get involved in your county and learn how we develop budgets, train employees, maintain parks, and more!
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3X3xXB2
Spring into Fitness
February 11 – April 1
Join us for a friendly community fitness challenge and compete to be the “Most Fit Team” in Brevard!
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3vVlR15
Backyard Chicken Training
February 15 | 9:30 am – 12 pm
Learn all about raising and caring for chickens in urban environments!
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3ZU9aRV
Canning: Jams & Jellies
February 16 | 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Learn how to make your own jams & jellies in this fun hands-on class!
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3QLJu5E
Water Bath & Pressure Canning
February 21 | 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Join us for a fun hands-on experience where you will learn two basic canning methods!
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3XFIoKS
Canning: The Pickling Process
February 23 | 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Join us to learn the pickling process for cucumbers and more!
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3IHTJ9j
Hunter Safety Class
February 25 | 9 am – 4 pm
Join us to complete your Hunter Safety requirements!
Register online: https://bit.ly/3CUmOuv
The Science of Cheese Making
February 28 | 2 pm – 4:30 pm & 6 pm – 8:30 pm
Join us to learn the basics of cheese making!
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3ZQQulU
Florida Master Naturalist Program – Invasive Plants
March 10 – 18 | Registration fills up fast, so sign up soon!
Learn about the importance of marine biodiversity, the impact of invasive plants on Florida’s natural areas, and approaches to restoration.
Register online: https://bit.ly/3CYgthp
My Brevard Yard Site Visits
Available by appointment
Sign up for a site visit to learn how to grow your landscape and/or garden by creating healthy soil!
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3GSHCUp
Child Safety Seat Checks
Available by appointment only
Schedule an appointment to have your child’s car seat checked, installed, or replaced!
Please call (321) 633-1702 or email brevard@ifas.ufl.edu to schedule an appointment
Commercial Landscape Site Evaluation
Available by appointment only
Having issues with your commercial landscape? Sign up today for a site evaluation to address your landscape management issues!
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3jimEG3
4-H Outdoor Skills Club
Dates vary, meets twice a month | 9 am – 10:30 am
Perfect for kids 8+ who want to learn archery, shooting sports, and outdoor skills!
Contact Gus Koerner to attend: (321) 633-1702 or email gkoerner@ufl.edu
Soil Guardian Program
This is an ongoing program, sign up today!
Consider joining the Soil Guardian program to learn how to grow healthy plants and improve the water quality here in Brevard County!
Register on Eventbrite: https://bit.ly/3oAi3il
Florida Friendly Fishing Guide
This is an ongoing program, sign up today!
Get certified to become a Florida Friendly Fishing Guide! This online certification course covers science-based techniques that ensure minimal environmental footprint of fishing.
Register online: https://bit.ly/3xWyxqk
Scholarships available: https://bit.ly/3OwxW45
Download our February 2023 Class List
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