Fruit Tree Basics

The FREE seminar will be held at Milberger's Landscaping and Nursery (3920 North Loop 1604, San Antonio, TX 78247) 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. If you love citrus, you won't want to miss this!  David will cover the basic steps of selection appropriate fruit trees for your landscape, how to properly plant them, training, managing, and harvesting your trees, and general overall maintenance. Click here for more information.

FREE

Fruit Tree Basics

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX, United States

Fruit Tree Basics Seminar Saturday, January 18, will be a FREE seminar on "Fruit Tree Basics", 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon, at Fanick's Garden Center (1025 Holmgreen Road, San Antonio).  This seminar will be conducted by Dr. Larry Stein, Professor & Extension Horticulture.  Dr. Stein will demonstrate how to properly select and prune fruit, nut, citrus, and grapes for maximum production.  Come learn about the overall maintenance and care of your trees.

Fruit Tree Seminar

San Antonio Botanical Garden 555 Funston Rd., San Antonio, TX, United States

Join us for an Earth-Kind Fruit Tree Seminar January 24, 2020 (Friday) 8:35 a.m. - 5:10 p.m., at the San Antonio Botanical Garden (555 Funston Pl).  This seminar is for Backyard Gardeners, School & Community Gardens, Arborists, Green Industry Professionals, and Small Acreage Producers.  Topics include:  Peaches, Blackberries, Citrus, Grapes, and More - Selecting, Planting, & Maintenance, Common Insects, Diseases, & Control.  Includes light breakfast, lunch, and snacks.  CEUs are being offered.  Cost: $50/person.  Register online @ https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/BexarCounty    

$50

Sewing Basic Workshop – Canceled

TX, United States

Bexar County 4-H Sewing Basic Workshop offers Hands on Activities - Canceled The  4-H Sewing Basic Workshop  scheduled for January 25, 2020 has been canceled due to low registration. For questions, please contact Patricia at Patricia.Valdillez@ag.tamu.edu or call (210) 631-0400.  

Planting Shade Trees

Milberger's Nursery 3920 N. Loop 1604, East, San Antonio, TX, United States

Saturday, January 25, David Rodriguez, County Extension Agent-Horticulture will give a FREE seminar on "Planting Shade Trees", 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., at Milberger's Lanscaping & Nursery (3920 N Loop 1604 E, San Antonio). Come learn how to correctly select, properly plant & efficiently maintain blooms for winter color.

Postponed: Early Childhood Educator Training Series

Bexar County Extension Office Suite 208 3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Early Childhood Educator Training Series Hosted by Angie Gutierrez, County Extension Agent Registration Fee: $24.00 for 3 session or $80.00 for the whole series Conducted Monthly, every 4th Tuesday January - October Please print, fill out, and email the registration form to either Angie at aogutierrez@ag.tamu.edu or Patricia at patricia.valdillez@ag.tamu.edu. 2020 Tentative Agenda  January 28                 Minimum Standards Update February 25                Behavior Brainstorm (Guidance & Discipline) March 24                    Preschool Gardening 101... Read More →

All Breeds Bull and Heifer Sale Educational Program

San Antonio Livestock Exposition 3201 E. Houston, San Antonio, TX

FREE PROGRAM Topics: Identification and Control of External Parasites *(1 hr IPM CEU) -Dr. Joe Paschal, Extension Livestock SpecialistTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Corpus Christi Research & Extension Center Biosecurity and Disaster Readiness Tips for the Ranch -Bryan Davis, County Extension Agent - Ag/NRTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Wilson County Click HERE to view flyer. Attendees are encouraged to enter the East Gate (AT&T Center Parkway) and indicate you are attending the Cattle Sale Educational Program at the Auction Barn.

2020 Brown Bag Lunch & Learn Home Gardening Series

Bexar County Extension Office Suite 208 3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

FREE & open to the public! Bring your lunch and join us! 2020 Brown Bag Lunch & Learn programs will be conducted the 2nd Friday of each month, 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m., at the Bexar County Extension office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208). The sessions will provide information on consumer horticulture. Some plants not only grow in Texas, but thrive in Texas' soils and Texas heat.  Master Gardener Lynn Cox will give her exceptional presentation on "Growing Texas Superstar Plants". CEU. BCMG Code: 101. Please Click here... Read More →

Earth-Kind Garden & Landscape Series

Bexar County Extension Office Suite 208 3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

The Earth-Kind Garden & Landscape Series will be conducted (Wednesday) February 19, March 18, and April 8, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.  at the Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208).  Series topics will help participants maximize their garden and landscape while preserving and protecting the environment.  Cost is $15/session or $30/series.  Register online at https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/BexarCounty.  

Spring Clean-up In The Landscape

Rainbow Gardens 8516 Bandera Road, San Antonio, TX, United States

Saturday, February 22, will be a FREE seminar on "Spring Clean-up in the Landscape", 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., at Rainbow Gardens (8516 Bandera, San Antonio).  This seminar will be conducted by David Rodriguez, County Extension Agent - Horticulture.  Come learn how to start your 2020 gardening season off right (soil & landscape prep, gardening tips).

Multi County Feral Hog Management Workshop

Atascosa County Extension Office 25 E. 5th Street, Leming, TX, United States

Sponsored by: Atascosa Wildlife and Fisheries Committee, Atascosa, Bexar, Wilson, Frio and Guadelupe County Extension Offices. 3 CEUs to be offered for Private, Commercial and Non-Commercial Applicators (1 hour IPM & 2 hours General) Topics will include Feral Hog Biology, Impact on natural resources, control techniques, fencing and more. Many expert speakers from Texas A&M Extension, USDA Wildlife Services, Texas A&M Natural Resource Institute, Texas Animal Health Commission, San Antonio Steel Company and local experts. Click HERE to view flyer and details. RSVP is requested by Friday, February... Read More →

$20

Spring Clean-Up in the Landscape

Rainbow Gardens Thousand 2585 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio, TX, United States

Saturday, February 29, will be a FREE seminar on "Spring Clean-Up in the Landscape", 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Rainbow Gardens (2585 Thousand Oaks, San Antonio).  This seminar will be conducted by David Rodriguez, County Extension Agent - Horticulture.  Come learn how to start your 2020 gardening season off right.  (Soil, landscape prep, and more.)

Private Applicator License Class

Bexar County Extension Office Suite 208 3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

When you pass your examination with a grade of 70 or higher, you can submit for a Private Applicator License to be used on agricultural lands.  To maintain your license and keep it current, you will need to earn 15 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) within a five year period.  If you are not able to earn your 15 CEUs within a five year period, your license will not be renewed.  This license cannot be used for commercial, governmental, or for-hire applicators. Some landscape professionals must obtain a license from the Texas Structural Pest Control Board.... Read More →

$50

Spring Vegetable Seminar

Fanick's Garden Center 1025 Holmgreen Road, San Antonio, TX, United States

Saturday, March 7, will be a FREE seminar on "Spring Vegetable Seminar", 10:10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., at Fanick's Garden Center (1025 Holmgreen Road, San Antonio).  Conducted by David Rodriguez, County Extension Agent - Horticulture.  Come learn how to properly select, plant, grow, and harvest your vegetables.  

4H Duds to Dazzle and Fashion Show Forms Due

Bexar County Extension Office Suite 212 3355 Cherry Ridge Drive, Suite 212, San Antonio, TX, United States

Due Today: 4H Duds to Dazzle and Fashion Show Forms Turn in at the Bexar County Office, 3355 Cherry Ridge, San Antonio, TX 78230 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  (closed 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.) Due Monday, March 9, 2020 Eligibility Form Duds to Dazzle registration form and payment Fashion Show Junior /Intermediate Junior/ Intermediate Construction Entry Form Fashion Show Senior Buying Entry Form Fashion Show Senior Construction Entry Form Natural Fiber Entry Form Due Wednesday, March 11, 2020 - Storyboard with Label Form

Spring Break Nature Camp 2020

Bexar County 4-H Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, San Antonio, TX, United States

Registration is now open for the Annual 2020 Spring Break Nature Camp, hosted by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.   If you know a child who loves nature, science, learning, and spending time outdoors, this is an excellent opportunity.  Various topics will be covered through experiments, hands on learning, activities, and crafts.  We’ll cover herpetology, wildlife, entomology, horticulture through nature scavenger hunts, touching live animals, researching, and learning from experts in the field!   The goal of the camp is to encourage love of appreciation of nature and foster... Read More →

$100

4H Storyboard and Label Form Due

4H Storyboard and Label form is due to the Bexar County office, 3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 212, San Antonio, TX 78230.  Office hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (closed 12:00 -1:00 p.m.) Please ask for Angie or Patricia when turning in the storyboard. For questions, please contact our office at (210) 631-0400.

2020 Brown Bag Lunch & Learn Home Gardening Series

FREE & open to the public! Bring your lunch and join us! 2020 Brown Bag Lunch & Learn programs will be conducted the 2nd Friday of each month, 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m., at the Bexar County Extension office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208). The sessions will provide information on consumer horticulture. Earth-Kind is an approach to gardening based on 3 basic principles:  having the right soil for the right plant in the right location.  Master Gardener Bill Swantner will explain "Earth-Kind Principles" and explore the Earth-Kind plants... Read More →

Postponed: 2020 County 4-H Duds to Dazzle, Fashion Show, Natural Fibers & Storyboard

The Neighborhood Place 3014 Rivas Street, San Antonio, United States

In light of developing COVID-19 information and in an effort to keep our customers healthy and safe, we have decided to postpone the County 4H Duds to Dazzle, Fashion Show, Story board, and Natural Fiber Contest. We are planning to conduct a mock practice of the contest before we go to District Contest.  We thank you for your understanding.     We'd like to encourage any members who participate in the Fashion & Interior Design Project to enter our annual County 4-H Fashion Show, Duds to Dazzle and... Read More →

Spring Veggie Gardening

The Garden Center 10682 Bandera Rd., San Antonio, Texas

Saturday, March 14, will be a FREE seminar on "Spring Veggie Gardening", 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at The Garden Center (10682 Bandera Rd., San Antonio).  This seminar will be conducted by David Rodriguez, County Extension Agent-Horticulture.