Calendar of Events | Master Gardener

Upcoming Events

North Willamette Horticulture Society meetings, Canby: Organic Day Jan 13, Vegetable Day Jan 14, Berry Day Jan 15. Program and registration information available at http://oregonstate.edu/dept/NWREC/ Questions about organic day call Nick Andrews: (503) 678-1264 x149
Know Thy Enemy: Common Plant Diseases & Remedies: Good solutions to bad problems presented by Darren Morgan, manager of Shonnard's Nursery & Florist.

Benton County Master Gardener Association Member Meeting: Get your new year off to a great start by coming to the Association member meeting featuring Karen Hopson of Garland's Nursery. Bring a friend and remember to wear your Master Gardener badge.

Everlasting Beauty: Flowering Perennials: Create year 'round color and texture in the garden presented by Linda Beutler, instructor and garden writer.

Growing Farms: Successful Whole Farm Management: OSU Small Farms Program has designed this workshop series to provide beginning farmers with the tools and knowledge to manage the crop production and financial risks of farming. A mix of faculty, experienced farmers, and other professionals will present curriculum and resources vital to a sustainable small specialty crop farm. In addition, participants will become acquainted with their regional farm community over dinner. For information see http://smallfarms.oregonstate.edu/growing-farms-workshop-series

Going Native: Landscaping with Native Plants: Selection and placement of regional plants presented by Esther McEvoy of the Native Plant Society.

Integrated Pest Management: The PNW Integrated Pest Management Pesticide Short Course is those needing public, commercial and consultant pesticide training credit hours. There will be an anticipated 11-12 hours of credit. Call the Extension Service for more information or to request a registration form at 541-682-7308.
Fruit Tree Rx: Maintaining Healthy Fruit Trees: Dr. Anita makes a house call presented by Anita Azarenko, Professor and Head of OSU Department of Horticulture.

Insights into Gardening: The 20th Insights into Gardening features keynote speaker Mary Fran McClure, one of the founders of Insights into Gardening, who will discuss the different gardening techniques for growing east of the Cascades and west of the Cascades. Participants may also select three of nine different classes to attend. A great group of exhibitors will be on hand as will the OSU bookstore.
Fruit Tree Pruning Class: A three hour demonstration of best pruning practices for a variety of fruit trees, held at the Clackamas Community College Home Orchard Society Arboretum. Bring your pruning tools and appropriate outdoor wear. Co-sponsored by the Home Orchard Society. Registration is through Clackamas Community College Crs Reg # 169868, HOR 009-03, $10. For questions, call 503-657-6958 x 2246

The Buzz of Mason Bees: Beekeeping Without the Sting: Get ready for these early season pollinators presented by Morris Ostrofsky of the Lane County Beekeepers Association.

High Desert Green Industry Conference: Welcome to the 2009 High Desert Green Industry Conference! Join our partners and sponsors on February 11 & 12, 2009 at the Deschutes Fair & Expo Center in Redmond Oregon for the 17th annual High Desert Green Industry Conference. Presented in partnership by Oregon State University Extension Service, Oregon Department of Forestry, and Oregon Landscape Contractors Association, conference's mission is to promote and foster education and professional development to strengthen the Green Industry. Gain an edge in your career and your business! The High Desert Green Industry Conference is a must-be-there educational event for all Green Industry professionals who supply, design, maintain or manage landscapes. Learn about the latest innovations in Green Industry products, equipment and services at the tradeshow. Hear about the issues that are challenging the industry today and how to effectively meet those challenges. Come to connect with your peers and suppliers, build new working relationships, and attend classes taught by the experts. For complete information check the website: http://extension.oregonstate.edu/deschutes/hdgi/home

Learning Lessons from Analyzing Tree Failures: Come hear experienced arborists and foresters share what they have learned about investigating past tree failures and ow they apply that information to tree risk management, and discuss what more we need to learn about tree failures. Our featured speaker is Dr. Brian Kane of the University of Massachusetts. Brian is a well known researcher and lecturer on tree failures and hazard tree issues. During this indoor session, the presenters will share tree failure experiences that you can learn from and apply to your own work situation. (the session is worth 5.5 ISA CEUs) http://www.pnwisa.org/calendar.html
Canning Hearty Soups: Learn the art of making your own special blend of flavored mustards, vinegars and vanilla extract. For more information on the upcoming workshops click here.