Extension Educationin Bexar County

2023 Top Tomato Contest: Join David Rodriguez, Bexar County Extension Agent - Horticulture for the 2023 Top Tomato Contest at Fanick’s Nursery on Saturday, June 10th. Bring your best looking tomatoes in for a chance to win some nice gift cards and achieve the envy of all gardeners. Accepting entries from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Judging starts at 11:00 a.m. with awards following right after the contest. If you are interested in entering the Top Tomato Contest, read the information below on the link. https://bexarmg.org/events-programs/tomato-contest/ Any specific... Read More →

CANCELLED! Due to unforeseen circumstances and HEAT Advisory, David and The Garden Center decided it would be best to CANCEL the presentation this Saturday at the Garden Center.  David and The Garden Center apologize for any inconvenience.

Lunch and Learn: Absolutely Everything: Water Cost: Free but RSVP Required Date: Friday, July 14th, 2023 Time: 12:00 - 1:00 Address: 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, SA, TX  78230 Click here to RSVP

This training will enhance skills needed for your established Youth Gardening Program. The training will offer: One on one interaction with speakers and specialists. Hands-on demonstrations Junior Master Gardener curricula and gear Light breakfast and lunch provided Register here: https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/756700 Deadline for registration is Friday, July 14th,  2023 SPACE IS LIMITED Please remember to fill out the attached group enrollment form and email it to me (andres.villagran@ag.tamu.edu) after you complete your registration. Group Enrollment Form Example Group Enrollment Form- Fillable

Session 7: 15 Edible Insects Everyone Should Know

Get your detective gear ready for our 3-day Clover Kids Discovery Camp. We will learn how to use our Head, Heart, Hands, and Health to unlock new interests. Campers will get the chance to search through a variety of subjects and learn hands-on throughout our fun-filled Discovery Camp. Registration is now open! click here to register 

Total Cost: $60 (includes registration fee and materials) The study manuals can be purchased in advance from the Extension Office. Make check/money order payable to “Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service”. There will be additional fees associated with applying for a license and for online testing. PLEASE CALL TO RESERVE A PLACE... Call (210) 631-0400 and ask for Kennedy Green or email at Kennedy.Green@ag.tamu.edu

Lunch & Learn: Texas Superstar Vegetables Cost: Free but RSVP Required Date: Friday, August 11th, 2023 Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Address: 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Ste. 208, SA, TX  78230 Click Here to RSVP

Growing a Fall Vegetable Gardening: Part 1 Warm Weather Vegetables Cost: Free Date: Saturday, August 19th, 2023 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Address: 3920 N Loop 1604 E, SA, TX  78247

Mark your calendar to attend our White-tailed Deer Management Symposium Friday, August 25th in La Vernia.  This program is a joint effort between the Extension Offices of Bexar, Atascosa, Guadalupe and Wilson counties and will encompass everything “white-tailed deer”.  CEUs, door prizes, vendors, refreshments and a catered meal will be offered.  Thanks to our program sponsors – Plateau Land and Wildlife Management, Alamo Soil and Water Conservation District, Texas Wildlife Association, Purple Wave Auction, Texas A&M University Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management, Gallagher and Texas Parks... Read More →