While many of us are making holiday preparations this time of year, our 4-H youth and volunteers are fully engaged in their projects and preparing for various competitions, shows and opportunities in the new year. Through 4-H youth… Read More
Bringing outside water saving technology inside Most of us understand the principle behind rain barrels. They collect free rain water to be used later in multiple non-potable situations conserving both our water supply and money. One concern I… Read More
Enjoy the taste of homemade jams and preserves from your own fruit, with our Jan. 24 “Canning Strawberry Preserves and Freezer Jams” class. This one-hour class will teach the basics of making and canning fruit preserves and jams…. Read More
Learn how the use of rain barrels can conserve water, save money by reducing the use of potable water in landscapes (lower utility bills), and reduce stormwater runoff by storing and diverting runoff from impervious surfaces (like roofs)…. Read More
Many people fear snakes, but did you know that they are actually very beneficial animals? Join us Jan. 18 for our free “Florida Snakes” class to learn an array of fascinating facts about these often-misunderstood creatures. So, how… Read More
Are you involved in maintaining lawn, landscape, pest control, or municipal grounds areas. If so, our Jan. 22 “Green Industries Best Management Practices” (BMP) class is for you. BMPs focus on reducing non-point source pollution resulting from fertilizer… Read More
What do you do when your 30 year old oak starts sprouting some odd-shaped mushrooms at the base of the tree trunk? Sadly, there’s not much you can do – more than likely your tree is host to… Read More
With the holiday season arriving, a large number of people will be travelling to see friends and family.Many will be staying in hotels overnight or for extended weekends, but very few will be thinking of the tiny critters… Read More
Please join us in welcoming our newest Sarasota County Green Business partner, Go Eco Exterior Home Services. Go Eco Exterior Home Services is a full-service pressure washing business providing roof and driveway, pool cage, lanai cleaning, as well… Read More
As we approach the holidays, it’s a good time to review key steps to avoid getting a foodborne illness. Think it can’t (or won’t) happen to you? You might want to rethink that. According to the Centers for… Read More
