Rural Living Events - 2011

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Water 101 Irrigation in Wyoming
March 14, 2011
UW Extension meeting room at the Fairgrounds
Powell, WY

Topics include Pasture water needs, Soil-water relations, What is a Water Master's job?
For more information contact Sandra Frost, UW CES, 307-754-8836.

Water 101 Irrigation in Wyoming (Part 1)
March 14, 2011
EOC room in the basement of the courthouse 
Cody, WY

Topics include WY Water law and Bureau of Reclamation.
For more information contact Sandra Frost, UW CES, 307-754-8836.

Rural Living Workshop - Weeds and Grasshopper Management
March 16, 2011
Agricultural Resource and Learning Center
2011 Fairgrounds Rd
Casper, WY

Learn weed identification and control methods. Also, learn what to expect for 2011 grasshoppers infestations and how to control outbreaks of pest species.
(Workshop back up date for bad weather is March 24, 2011).

For more information contact Shelly Anderson @ 307 261-5401, ext.10.

Water 101 Irrigation in Wyoming (Part 2)
March 16, 2011
7 pm
EOC room in the basement of the courthouse 
Cody, WY

Topic - How a gravity-fed system works.
For more information contact Sandra Frost, UW CES, 307-754-8836.

High Tunnel Educational Workshop
Week of March 21st, 2011
SAREC University of Wyoming Research & Extension Center
2753 State Highway 157
Lingle, WY

Weather depending, the Skin will be applied to the SAREC project. Structure size is 24'X72'.

No RSVP required, but call either Goshen Co. UW CES office at (307) 532 -2436 or SAREC (307) 837-2000 to help pinpoint the date and time.

Water 101 Irrigation in Wyoming (Part 3)
March 21, 2011
7 pm
EOC room in the basement of the courthouse 
Cody, WY

Topic - What are Irrigation Districts?
For more information contact Sandra Frost, UW CES, 307-754-8836.

Livestock Market and Price Outlook Meeting 
March 22, 2011 
6:00 8:00 pm 
Campbell County Extension Office 
GAMB Building (North of Courthouse) 
412 S. Gillette Ave. Gillette, WY 
An overview of factors driving markets and market forecasts will be provided to assist decision making. Join us for an informational meeting with regional marketing specialists as they provide some insights and recommendations for the 2011-2012 season. 
For more information Contact your local UW Cooperative Extension Service office or wstewar2@uwyo.edu (307) 682-7281
  
Water 101 Irrigation in Wyoming (Part 4)
March 23, 2011
7 pm
EOC room in the basement of the courthouse 
Cody, WY

Topic - Ask a farmer/rancher panel
For more information contact Sandra Frost, UW CES, 307-754-8836.

Pond Management 
March 24, 2011 
6:30 p.m. 
UW Extension meeting room at the Fairgrounds 
Powell, WY 
Come join us to learn about designing, stocking and maintaining ponds. 
For more information, contact UW CES educator Sandra Frost in Powell at (307) 754-8836 or sfrost1@uwyo.edu.

Fruit Tree Pruning Techniques 
March 26, 2011 
10:00 am 2:00 pm (estimated) 
Meet at USDA Service Center (1017 Highway 14A), 
We will bus to locations Powell, WY 
Hands-on Event Bring your equipment and a lunch. Pruning will be on Apricot, Apple, and Cherry trees. Contact the Powell - Clark's Fork Conservation District (307) 754-9301 ext. 112 for more information. 

Rural Living Workshop 
March 26, 2011
9:00 a.m. to noon
Riverton Branch Library
Riverton, WY

Topics will include:
Know Your Soil Types
Map Your Property
Develop a Plan

For further information, please call Cathy Meyer at the Lower Wind River Conservation District at 307-856-7524 EXT 107

Livestock Market and Price Outlook Meeting 
March 28, 2011 
6:00 8:00 pm 
Harold Jarrard Park Building 
Kaycee, WY 
An overview of factors driving markets and market forecasts will be provided to assist decision making. Join us for an informational meeting with regional marketing specialists as they provide some insights and recommendations for the 2011-2012 season. 
For more information Contact your local UW Cooperative Extension Service office or wstewar2@uwyo.edu (307) 682-7281

Water 101 Irrigation in Wyoming (Part 5)
March 28, 2011
7 pm
EOC room in the basement of the courthouse 
Cody, WY

Topics include Pasture water needs, Soil-water relations, What is a Water Master's job?
For more information contact Sandra Frost, UW CES, 307-754-8836

Beginning Farmer Class 
March 31, 2011 (Multi-session class) 
Torrington, WY 
Matching your passion to the market and making money along the way can sometimes be a challenge. Classes will cover topics like exploring beginning a new foods venture, evaluating your resources, understanding the financial records needed to measure success, strategic marketing and more. 
Contact Jeff Edwards at (307)`532-2436, jedward4@uwyo.edu for more information 

Rural Living Workshop 
April 2, 2011 
9:00 a.m. to noon 
Reach Foundation 
622 N 8th Street West 
Riverton, WY 
Topics will include: What to Plant Fertilize or Not Irrigation Management 
For further information, please call Cathy Meyer at the Lower Wind River Conservation District at 307-856-7524 EXT 107 

Alternative Forages for Extending Grazing & Hay Production Seminar 
April 5, 2011 
6:00 to 8:00 pm 
Courthouse Community Room (basement) 
Sundance, WY 
Opportunities exist with the development of improved/ alternative forages to extend grazing, reduce feed costs or improved hay yields. 
For more information contact your local UW Cooperative Extension Service Office or bhorn@uwyo.edu (307) 684-7522 

Alternative Forages for Extending Grazing & Hay Production Seminar 
April 6, 2011 
10:00 am to Noon 
Multipurpose Facility (201 Wright Blvd) 
Wright, WY 
Opportunities exist with the development of improved/ alternative forages to extend grazing, reduce feed costs or improved hay yields. 
For more information contact your local UW Cooperative Extension Service Office or bhorn@uwyo.edu (307) 684-7522 

Alternative Forages for Extending Grazing & Hay Production Seminar 
April 6, 2011 
6:00 to 8:00 pm 
Elementary School Gymnasium 
Recluse, WY 
Opportunities exist with the development of improved/ alternative forages to extend grazing, reduce feed costs or improved hay yields. 
For more information contact your local UW Cooperative Extension Service Office or bhorn@uwyo.edu (307) 684-7522 

Rural Living Workshop - Healthy HorsesHealthy Grasses 
April 6, 2011 
6-8 pm 
Agricultural Resource and Learning Center 
2011 Fairgrounds Rd 
Casper, WY 
Healthy horses need healthy food. This workshop will present how to improve your pastures, get weed-free good hay, and improve the health of your horses. Learn about ways to improve your corral areas, reduce ice, mud and avoid hoof issues. (Workshop back up date for bad weather is April 14, 2011). 
To register, call Nancy @ 307 235-9400. 
For more information contact Shelly Anderson @ 307 261-5401, ext.10. 

Alternative Forages for Extending Grazing & Hay Production Seminar 
April 7, 2011 
6:00 to 8:00 pm 
Hampton Inn 
Buffalo, WY 
Opportunities exist with the development of improved/ alternative forages to extend grazing, reduce feed costs or improved hay yields. 
For more information contact your local UW Cooperative Extension Service Office or bhorn@uwyo.edu (307) 684-7522 

Natrona County Master Gardener Spring Gardening Conference 
April 9, 2011 
8:30 am4:00 pm 
ARLC Building 
2011 Fairgrounds Road 
Casper, WY 
Theme: Grow your own!! From the Garden to the Table. Speakers will cover a number of areas including kitchen garden planning, high altitude/organic gardening and season extenders, and cooking with what you grow. The day will include lunch, berm tours, and breakout sessions with the speakers in the afternoon. 
Admission price is $40 for the general public and $15 for active Natrona County Master Gardeners. As an added incentive, and to expand our educational reach, a second admission, for first-time attendees, will be $15 when they come with someone paying full price. 
For more information or registration materials - call: (307) 235-9400. 

Local Food Gathering 
April 10, 2011 
Noon-5 pm 
Whiting School (24th and Sheridan) 
Laramie, WY 
Topics will include permaculture, chickens, the low-maintenance garden, raised beds, practical food safety, marketing, and more. 

High Tunnel Educational Workshop 
April 10, 2011 
8:00 AM until 5:00 PM 
Ark Equine Facility (South of Curtis street West of the RR tracks)
Laramie, WY 
A project in cooperation with the Ark project. (backup plan in place for the same day if the weather is not cooperative). Structure is 12'X32' straight hoop. Space is limited to 20 people. Must RSVP prior to April 1st.
To register contact Kellie Chichester, Albany Co. UW CES, (307) 721-2571. 
Flyer

Weed Control Rural Living in WY Workshop (Pt 1 of 4) 
April 13, 2011 
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm 
Dubois Headwaters Community Center 
Dubois, WY 
Topics include: How to Control Weeds on Your Property and Biological Control of Weeds Refreshments will be provided. 
For more information please contact Tina Russell at the Wind River Extension Office (307) 332-2135 or Alicia Rux at the Dubois-Crowheart Conservation District (307) 455-3688. 
Flyer for the workshop series

Converse Co. Tree Pruning Workshop 
April 14, 2011 
5:00 pm 
Converse Co. UW Cooperative Extension Service office 
133 West Center Street 
Douglas, WY 
Come join us and learn some techniques which will help you prune your trees and shrubs for better plant health and beauty.
 For more information contact Ashley Garrelts, Converse Co. UW Cooperative Extension Service office, 307-358-2417 or ashleyg@uwyo.edu. 

High Tunnel Educational Workshop 
April 16, 2011 
Torrington, WY 
Project in cooperation with Eastern Wyoming College. (Registration is $40; Structure is 12'X12'straight hoop structure will be given to one participant via drawing winner will have to make arrangements to move to permanent location). 
Contact Eastern Wyoming College Community Education (307) 532-8220 to RSVP. 

Laramie Co. Rural Living Workshop 
April 16, 2011 
9:00am to 12:00pm 
Laramie County Conservation District 
11221 US Hwy 30 
Cheyenne, WY 
Topics include: Poultry: Hands-On Demonstrations, Raising Chicks, Breeds, Hen Laying, Chicken Tractors Rain Gardens: Materials to Get Started, Plant Selection for Area Goats & Sheep: Breeds for Meat, Milk, Fiber or Weed Control, Type of Care & Shelter. 
In case of bad weather scheduled back-up date is April 23rd. 
Refreshments will be provided. 
An RSVP is recommended. 
Any questions, along with an RSVP, may be directed to (307) 772-2600. 

Water Conservation Workshop 
April 16, 2011 
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 
Worland Community Center Complex 
Worland, WY Workshop 

Topics include: Lawn Water Management, Cost Share Program for Smart Irrigation Controllers, Rethinking Your Water Loving Landscape. 
Lunch$5.00. RSVP 
Deadline: April 8th. 
For more information or to RSVP contact Washakie County Conservation District at 307-347-2456 Ext 101.

High Tunnel Educational Workshop
April 16, 2011
Torrington, WY

Project in cooperation with Eastern Wyoming College. (Registration is $40; Structure is 12'X12'straight hoop structure will be given to one participant via drawingwinner will have to make arrangements to move to permanent location).

Contact Eastern Wyoming College Community Education (307) 532-8220 to RSVP.

Beginning Farmer Class 
April 19, 2011 
(Multi-session class) 
Laramie, WY 
Matching your passion to the market and making money along the way can sometimes be a challenge. Classes will cover topics like exploring beginning a new foods venture, evaluating your resources, understanding the financial records needed to measure success, strategic marketing and more. 
Contact Cole Ehmke at (307) 766-3782 or cehmke@uwyo.edu for more information 

Soil Management Rural Living in WY Workshop (Pt 2 of 4) 
April 20, 2011 
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm 
Crowheart Community Hall 
Crowheart, WY 
Topics include: Managing Soil to Keep it Productive, The Web Soil Survey (how to find soil info), and How to Collect Lawn & Garden Soil Samples. 
Refreshments will be provided. 
For more information please contact Tina Russell at the Wind River Extension Office (307) 332-2135 or Alicia Rux at the Dubois-Crowheart Conservation District (307) 455-3688. 
Flyer for the workshop series

Converse Co. Plant Propagation Workshop 
April 25, 2011 
5:00 pm 
Converse Co. UW Cooperative Extension Service office 
133 West Center Street 
Douglas, WY 
Come join us and learn to propagate (reproduce) plants by taking cuttings. 
For more information contact Ashley Garrelts, Converse Co. UW Cooperative Extension Service office, 307-358-2417 or ashleyg@uwyo.edu. 

Rural Living Workshop - Edible Gardens 
April 27, 2011 
6-8 pm 
Agricultural Resource and Learning Center 
2011 Fairgrounds Rd 
Casper, WY 
Learn the best types of garden plants and fruit trees to plant in Wyoming climate and soils. This workshop will present new ideas to have the best edible garden possible in the area. (Workshop back up date for bad weather is May 11, 2011). 
To register, call Nancy @ 307 235-9400. 
For more information contact Shelly Anderson @ 307 261-5401, ext.10. 

Landscaping & Gardening Rural Living in WY Workshop (Pt 3 of 4) 
April 27, 2011 
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm 
Dubois Headwaters Community Center Dubois, WY 
Topics include: Xeriscaping with Native Plants and Successful Container Gardening 
Refreshments will be provided. 
For more information please contact Tina Russell at the Wind River Extension Office (307) 332-2135 or Alicia Rux at the Dubois-Crowheart Conservation District (307) 455-3688. 
Flyer for the workshop series

Rural Living Workshop 
April 30, 2011 
9:00 a.m. to noon 
Reach Foundation 
622 N 8th Street West 
Riverton, WY 
Topics will include: Planning and Planting Wind Breaks Septic System Design and Maintenance Grazing Management 
For further information, please call Cathy Meyer at the Lower Wind River Conservation District at 307-856-7524 EXT 107 

Wise Energy Use Workshop 
May 3, 2011 
6:30pm to 8:00pm 
Fremont County Library Lander 
451 North 2nd Street 
Lander, WY 
Contact Dave Morneau for more information at the Popo Agie Conservation District office 307-332-3114 

Niobrara Conservation District 4th Annual Tree and Landscaping Show 
May 7, 2011 
9:00 am -3:00 pm 
Niobrara County Fairgrounds 
Lusk, WY 
Topics include: Trees, landscaping, drip irrigation, conservation and recycling 
Contact Lisa Shaw 334-2953 x 101 for more information.

Rural Water Quality & Testing Rural Living in WY Workshop (Pt 4 of 4) 
May 4, 2011 
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm 
Crowheart Community Hall Crowheart, WY 
Topics include: Well Head Safety, How to take a water sample, and Water Quality Parameters & Sample Collection. 
Refreshments will be provided. 
For more information please contact Tina Russell at the Wind River Extension Office (307) 332-2135 or Alicia Rux at the Dubois-Crowheart Conservation District (307) 455-3688. 
Flyer for the workshop series

High Tunnel Educational Workshop 
May 9, 2011 
9:00 AM until 5:00 PM 
310 W. Hwy 20 (Fairgrounds) 
Lusk, WY 
Structure will be a 17'X32' Gothic style high tunnel. Space is limited to 20 people. Must RSVP prior to May 6th. Lunch and drinks will be provided. Contact Denise Smith at Niobrara County UW CES at Office (307) 334-3534 to register. 
Flyer

Wise Recycling/Yard Waste Workshop 
May 10, 2011 
6:30pm to 8:00pm 
Fremont County Library Lander 
451 North 2nd Street 
Lander, WY 
Contact Dave Morneau for more information at the Popo Agie Conservation District office 307-332-3114

Rural Living Workshop 
May 14, 2011 
9:00 a.m. to noon 
Reach Foundation 
622 N 8th Street West 
Riverton, WY 
Topics will include: Know Your Water Quality Waste Management Recycling Ideas 
For further information, please call Cathy Meyer at the Lower Wind River Conservation District at 307-856-7524 EXT 107 

Mountain Pine Beetle (MPB) Webinar
May 17, 2011
Start time: noon Mountain Standard Time (should last about an hour)
Folks from the WY State Forestry Division will be chatting with us about MPB View this flyer to get more information on how to connect, submit questions, etc. For more information read the 
flyer

Wise Outdoor Water Use Workshop 
May 17, 2011 
6:30pm to 8:00 pm 
Fremont County Library Lander 
451 North 2nd Street 
Lander, WY 
Contact Dave Morneau for more information at the Popo Agie Conservation District office 307-332-3114

High Tunnel Educational Workshop
May 21, 2011 
8:00 AM until 5:00 PM 
LaBarge Elementary School 
LaBarge, WY 
Learn how to construct a High Tunnel. Space is limited to 20 people. Must RSVP prior to May 18th. To Register Contact: University of Wyoming Cooperative Extension Service, Robin Schamber at 308-367-4380 For more information contact Jeff Edwards, UW CES, jedward4@uwyo.edu. 
Flyer

Windbreaks & Septics Workshop 
May 21, 2011 
9:00 am - noon 
Albany County Fairgrounds 
Laramie, WY 
Wind got you down? Come learn about all things windbreak as we tour the trees at the fairgrounds. Then roll up your sleeves and learn to install one! Avoid a big expensive mess! Come learn how to choose a new septic system and how to make an existing one last. 
Call Albany Co. Cooperative Extension office at 721-2571 to reserve your spot. 

Grasshoppers! Webinar
May 23, 2011
Start time: noon Mountain Standard Time (should last about an hour)
Entomologists from the University of Wyoming Cooperative Extension Service will be discussing the upcoming grasshopper season View this flyer to get more information on how to connect, submit questions, etc. For more information read the flyer

Wise Landscape (Xeriscape) Workshop
May 24, 2011 
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm 
Museum of the American West 
1445 West Main Street 
Lander, WY 
Contact Dave Morneau for more information at the Popo Agie Conservation District office 307-332-3114 

Rural Living Workshop - Limit the Threat! Bark Beetles and Firewood 
May 25, 2011 
6-8 pm 
Agricultural Resource and Learning Center 
2011 Fairgrounds Rd 
Casper, WY 

Trees in our community are being killed through the transportation of bark beetle infested firewood. This workshop is for anyone who purchases or cuts their own firewood. Learn how to identify infested wood and control options to protect our community trees. (Workshop back up date for bad weather is May 26, 2011). 
To register, call Nancy @ 307 235-9400. 
For more information contact Shelly Anderson @ 307 261-5401, ext.10.

High Tunnel Educational Workshop 
June 4, 2011 
8:00 AM until 5:00 PM 
Sheridan College 
Ag Community Garden 
Sheridan, WY 
Learn how to construct a High Tunnel. Space is limited to 25 people. Must RSVP prior to May 31st. To Register Contact: Sheridan College, Ami Erickson 307-674-6446 ext. 3104 
For more information contact Jeff Edwards, UW CES, jedward4@uwyo.edu 
Flyer

Management Intensive Grazing School 
(Featuring Jim Gerrish) 
June 6-9, 2011 
Wheatland, WY 
A hands-on workshop for livestock producers who are interested in increasing their forage production, stocking rates, animal performance, and net income by letting their livestock harvest the sun's energy through their feed. Class size is limited. Early registration ends May 20th. Registration fee required (see brochure). For more information contact Dallas Mount at 307-322-3667 dmount@uwyo.edu. 
Flyer

Rural Living Workshop - Forest Health 
June 8, 2011 
9 am-2 pm 
Nordic Ski Lodge, 
Casper Mountain 
Casper, WY 
Forest management is crucial to long term sustained healthy forests. Healthy forests are less susceptible to wildfire, storm and insect damages. This workshop will focus on management options to improve overall health, increase your land values and jump start you into action to protect and enhance the forests in which we live. Learn how to spot bark beetles and control methods. 
Free lunch will be provided! 
To register, call Nancy @ 307 235-9400. 
For more information contact Shelly Anderson @ 307 261-5401, ext.10. 

Rural Living Workshop 
June 8, 2011 
9:00 a.m. to noon 
Reach Foundation 
622 N 8th Street West 
Riverton, WY 

Topics will include: Weed and Pest Management. For further information, please call Cathy Meyer at the Lower Wind River Conservation District at 307-856-7524 EXT 107 

Gardening: Patios to Production 
June 11, 2011 
7:45 am to 12:00 pm 
CWC Sinks Canyon Center 
50 Field Station Road 
Lander, WY 
Contact Dave Morneau for more information at the Popo Agie Conservation District office 307-332-3114 

Landscaping with Native Plants & Why Soils Play an Important Role
June 8, 2011
5:45 - 8:00pm
4H/University of WY Extension Building
255 W. Deloney St. 
Jackson, WY

Light refreshments will be served and a free Rural Living Handbook will be given out to each attendee!!! Bring a friend!

For more information, contact Amy Jerup at Teton County Weed & Pest District at (307) 733-8419 or ajerup@tcweed.org.

Wildlife and Noxious Weeds
June 15, 2011
5:45 - 8:00pm
4H/University of WY Extension Building
255 W. Deloney St. 
Jackson, WY

Light refreshments will be served and a free Rural Living Handbook will be given out to each attendee!!! Bring a friend!

For more information, contact Amy Jerup at Teton County Weed & Pest District at (307) 733-8419 or ajerup@tcweed.org.

Wildlife and Noxious Weeds 
June 15, 2011 
5:45 - 8:00pm 
4H/University of WY Extension Building 
255 W. Deloney St. 
Jackson, WY

Light refreshments will be served and a free Rural Living Handbook will be given out to each attendee!!! Bring a friend!

For more information, a full agenda, and/or to RSVP contact Amy Jerup at Teton County Weed & Pest District at (307) 733-8419 or ajerup@tcweed.org.

Healthy Horses, Healthy Lands Workshop 
June 20, 2011 
Exhibit hall 
Sublette County Fair Grounds 
Big Piney, WY

Topics include: Equine dentistry, How much does a horse really eat?, Weeds and your horses, What's in your water& (Corrals and water quality), Great plants for water wise landscaping!, Equine nutrition, and The anatomy of a hoof.

For more information call Meghann at 307-367-2257 X113.

Composting & Recycling 
June 22, 2011 
5:45 - 8:00pm 
4H/University of WY Extension Building 
255 W. Deloney St. 
Jackson, WY

Light refreshments will be served and a free Rural Living Handbook will be given out to each attendee!!! Bring a friend!

For more information, a full agenda, and/or to RSVP contact Amy Jerup at Teton County Weed & Pest District at (307) 733-8419 or ajerup@tcweed.org.

Wildlife Urban Interface & Mountain Pine Beetle 
June 29, 2011 
5:45 - 8:00pm 
4H/University of WY Extension Building 
255 W. Deloney St. 
Jackson, WY 
Light refreshments will be served and a free Rural Living Handbook will be given out to each attendee!!! Bring a friend!

For more information, a full agenda, and/or to RSVP contact Amy Jerup at Teton County Weed & Pest District at (307) 733-8419 or ajerup@tcweed.org.

Healthy Horses Workshop 
June 30, 2011 
10 am 3 pm 
Niobrara County Fairgrounds 
Lusk, WY

For more information contact the Niobrara Conservation District at 307-334-2953

Horse Management on Small Acreages 
July 1, 2011 
12:00-2:00 pm 
USDA Service Center 
1225 Washington Blvd., Suite 4 
Newcastle, WY

Topics to be discussed include: horse health, nutrition, manure management, composting tips, land vs. horses, fencing, shelter and bedding, and herd dynamics.

Come with questions as there will be time for a Q&A after presentations. Please RSVP by calling (307) 746-3264. For more information contact wstewar2@uwyo.edu or call (307) 682-7281.

Water-Wise Landscaping Workshop 
July 12, 2011 
6:15 p.m. (registration) 8:30 p.m. 
Albany County Library meeting room 
Laramie, WY 
Is your money evaporating? Water is a precious resource and also increasingly expensive. Water for an in-town landscape can be the biggest part of a water bill during the summer! Whether you live in town or in the country, come learn about simple techniques and great plants you can use to create a water-wise landscape! Call Albany Co. Cooperative Extension office at 721-2571 to reserve your spot. 

High Tunnel Educational Workshop

July 16, 2011 
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 
Carbon County Fairgrounds 
523 Rodeo Street 
Rawlins, WY 
Space is limited to 20 people. $25 Registration Fee. Must RSVP prior to July 12th. 
Lunch and drinks will be provided. 
To register contact Diane Saenz, UW CES at 307-328-2642. 


High Tunnel Educational Workshop 
July 18-July 22, 2011 
Rock Springs, WY 
Details TBD. Contact Jeff Edwards, UW CES, jedward4@uwyo.edu for more information. 

High Performance, Energy Efficient Home Tour 
July 18, 2011 
5:30 p.m. 
Near Laramie, WY

Tour a new home which features: 
Insulating Concrete form (ICF) construction 
Geothermal heating system
Solar thermal hot water and in-line flash hot water 
Radiant in-floor heat 
All low or no volatile organic compound (VOCs)

This tour is limited to 40 people total. Call UW Albany Co. Cooperative Extension at 721-2571 to reserve a place now! Meet at main entrance of Wild Horse Ranch on Highway 130 at 5:30 pm, a bus will take the group to a newly constructed home from there.

For more information contact Kellie Chichester at KELLIEC@uwyo.edu or 721-2571.  

YOUR HORSE, YOUR LAND AND YOU 
July 23, 2011 
9 am to 3 pm 
Carbon County Fairgrounds 
Rawlins, WY

Featuring a presentation by Assistant State Veterinarian Dr. Bob Meyer who will provide an update on the Herpes Outbreak and other health issues. Other topics include: Grazing Management, Poisonous Plants, Manure Management, Nutrition, Horse Shoeing, Safety and Proper Equipment Lunch provided by Saratoga-Encampment-Rawlins Conservation District

Please RSVP by Thursday, July 21, 2011 for lunch arrangements!

For more information and to RSVP, call (307) 328-2642 or email maep@uwyo.edu

Cheatgrass Management Strategies for Pasture and Rangelands

A classroom and field-based workshop to discuss options for managing one of the West’s worst weeds.

September 28, 2011
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
Platte County Extension Office (4-H)
Wheatland, WY

Have you ever wondered which control methods will work to improve pastures and rangelands which have been degraded by cheatgrass? In this workshop we will discuss current options for controlling cheatgrass, how to assess the recovery potential of your site, and how to develop a site-specific strategy for improving your land. Hands-on demonstration and lunch provided with $15.00 registration fee.

For more information or to register email Brian A. Mealor: bamealor@uwyo.edu or call Platte County Weed and Pest at 307-322-3210