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Tri-County/City Soil & Water Conservation District . . . . . providing grassroots solutions to conserve natural resources |
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Upcoming Events ... scroll down to see all events
The
Environmentally Friendly Horse: Caring for Your Land
Tri-County/City
SWCD in partnership with VA Cooperative Extension is presenting this
timely, information packed "Green Horse" seminar on MAY 15, 2008 from 9:00 am to
3:00 pm at the King George Community Center on Rt. 3 in King
George, Virginia. You'll learn about hay quality and alternatives,
horse health and research, pasture and barnyard management,
composting, and more! Registration is required, and there is a
small fee to cover food and materials. You'll also be
eligible for door prizes from our sponsors. A hearty lunch will be
provided. Register NOW to assure your place! For more
information, call us at (540)
899-9492 x117. See you there! Please help "spread the word"
... download Registration
Brochure -- Download
Poster.
Native Garden Demo
Tour
Date: Saturday, May 17th, 2008 Location: 726 William Street - Fredericksburg (between Kenmore & Barton) Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Anne and Carl Little will host a FREE Native Plant Demo Garden demonstration for native plant enthusiasts in Fredericksburg. Their garden will exhibit what can be achieved when landscaping with native plants. In addition, they will show ways to attract native birds to your yard; rain garden and water conservation info; and examples of composting. Native plant vendors will be offering seedlings for sale and gardening experts will be on hand to answer your questions. Download Poster School and Summer Education Programs Your Conservation District is always conducting education programs for schools, clubs, field trips, seminars, etc. We can help with your scout's merit badge, lead a hike or two, talk about a variety of environmental issues, train and assist teachers and homeschool instructors and more! Watch for us at your local events. Or call us and see how we can help! (540) 899-9492, extension 117.
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