January 2018
Food Handler’s Permit Class
Texas Department of State Health Services accredited food handlers program is now being offered here! Come join us for a Food Handler's Permit Class on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. See flyer for details.
Find out more »February 2018
Healthy Lawns & Healthy Waters Program
A Healthy Lawns & Healthy Waters Program will be conducted February 23, 1:00-5:00 p.m., (agenda) at the Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 208). Program participants can pick up a soil sample bag and instructions at the Bexar County Extension Office at least one day prior to the training and bring the soil and completed form to the program for a FREE routine soil analysis (one per family); the program is FREE but online registration is required.
Find out more »March 2018
Spring Break Nature Camp
The 2018 Spring Break Nature Camp will be held March 12-15, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. each day, and is for youth ages 6-11. This 4-day camp will include real birds of prey, a field trip to the San Antonio Botanical Gardens, a terrarium lesson, herpetology, dissections, poultry lessons (including watching live chicks hatch), and tons of activities, games, and experiments! There is limited space, so sign up soon! Cost is $125 and online registration is required.
Find out more »April 2018
Beekeeping Basics
If you have an interest in beekeeping and/or learning how to start your own bee hives for pleasure, environmental stewardship, or to enhance pollination, join us for the Beekeeping Basics program! This program is meant for first-time beekeepers or those with very limited experience and is presented by experienced beekeepers and entomologists. Anyone can be a beekeeper--young or old, city or country dweller! During this course, we will cover the basics of bees and beekeeping, including bee biology, beekeeping equipment…
Find out more »“A Taste of Fiesta” Salsa Workshop
"A Taste of Fiesta" workshop will be conducted on Saturday, April 28, from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon, at the Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 208). Learn about the different types of peppers and tomatoes and make your own homemade salsa to take home! Cost is $20; RSVP by April 25.
Find out more »July 2018
Junior Entomology Camp – Ages 4-6
Extension Program Specialist Molly Keck invites you to join her for a buggin' good time! Camp will be indoors with collecting & activities outdoors. Check the Entomology Youth Programs page for details and associated costs. This camp is geared toward youth ages 4-6 who have an interest in science and nature--especially insects! Register online as soon as possible if you are interested in attending; space is limited and these camps fill quickly.
Find out more »March 2019
Food Handlers Permit Training
March 18 (Monday) a Food Handlers Permit Training will be conducted at the Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Suite 208). Cost is $20 and pre-registration is requested by Friday, March 15, 2019.
Find out more »May 2019
Private Applicator License Training
May 3 (Friday) will be a Private Applicator License Training at the Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge Street, Suite 208). Registration will begin at 8:00 a.m. with the training to follow at 8:30 a.m. This training is for people who do not have a license to apply restricted use pesticides on their property or those who had a license that expired at least a year ago. If you plan to attend, please contact the Bexar County Extension Office (210/631-0400)…
Find out more »June 2019
Master Gardener Fall Class Application Deadline
Master Gardener Fall Class Application Deadline Click here for application
Find out more »Urban Wildlife Series-Managing Private Lands for Wildlife Habitat
Urban Wildlife Series "Texas Game Species" Sponsored by: Bexar County Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee $30.00 for series or $10 per class To reserve your spot contact: Frances Moreno-Elizondo by phone (210) 631-0400 or email frances.moreno-elizo@ag.tamu.edu Make checks payable to Bexar Ag & Natural Resources Committee Date: June 18, 2019 Location: Bexar County Extension Office-3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Suite 208 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Find out more »July 2019
Urban Wildlife Series-BobWhite Quail Management
Urban Wildlife Series "Texas Game Species" $30.00 for the series or $10.00 per class To reserve your spot, contact Frances Moreno-Elizondo by phone (210) 631-0400 or email frances.moreno-elizo@ag.tamu.edu Make checks payable to Bexar Ag & Natural Resources Committee Date: July 9, 2019 Location: Bexar County Extension Office-3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Suite #208 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Find out more »JUNIOR ENTOMOLOGY CAMP (ages 4-6)
July 29-30 – Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio) Join us for a buggin’ good time! Ages 4-6 who have an interest in science, nature, and especially insects, welcome! We will collect insects, learn about the importance of insects in our world, perform experiments and activities with insects such as: – Digging through a rotting log to find recyclers – Using soldier fly larvae or earthworms to make artwork – Learning and watching real honeybees behind…
Find out more »JUNIOR ENTOMOLOGY CAMP (ages 4-6)
** JUNIOR ENTOMOLOGY CAMP (ages 4-6): July 29-30 – Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio) Join us for a buggin’ good time! Ages 4-6 who have an interest in science, nature, and especially insects, welcome! We will collect insects, learn about the importance of insects in our world, perform experiments and activities with insects such as: – Digging through a rotting log to find recyclers – Using soldier fly larvae or earthworms to make artwork –…
Find out more »Junior Entomology Camp – ages 4-6 (Afternoon)
Junior Entomology Camp – ages 4-6 (Afternoon) July 29, 2019 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM July 30, 2019 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM Bexar County Extension Office (3355 Cherry Ridge, Ste. 208, San Antonio) Join us for a buggin’ good time! Ages 4-6 who have an interest in science, nature, and especially insects welcome! We will collect insects, learn about the importance of insects in our world, perform experiments and activities with insects such as: Digging through a rotting log…
Find out more »August 2019
Urban Wildlife Series-Rio Grande Wild Turkey Management
Urban Wildlife Series "Texas Game Species" $30.00 for the series or $10.00 per class To reserve your spot, contact Frances Moreno-Elizondo by phone (210) 631-0400 or email frances.moreno-elizo@ag.tamu.edu Make checks payable to Bexar Ag & Natural Resources Committee Date: August 8, 2019 Location: Bexar County Extension Office-3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Suite #208 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Find out more »Urban Wildlife Series-White Tailed Deer Management
Urban Wildlife Series "Texas Game Species" $30.00 for the series or $10.00 per class To reserve your spot, contact Frances Moreno-Elizondo by phone (210) 631-0400 or email frances.moreno-elizo@ag.tamu.edu Make checks payable to Bexar Ag & Natural Resources Committee Date: August 20, 2019 Location: Bexar County Extension Office-3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Suite #208 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Find out more »September 2019
Urban Wildlife Series-Texas Game Fish
Urban Wildlife Series "Texas Game Species" $30.00 for the series or $10.00 per class To reserve your spot, contact Frances Moreno-Elizondo by phone (210) 631-0400 or email frances.moreno-elizo@ag.tamu.edu Make checks payable to Bexar Ag & Natural Resources Committee Date: September 10, 2019 Location: Bexar County Extension Office-3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Suite #208 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Find out more »Beekeeping Basics
Have you ever thought about keeping bees? For ag exemption purposes, to pollinate your garden, make your own honey, or just as a hobby? This program is for anyone interested in beekeeping and/or learning how to start beekeeping, but need to know where to start. This class is geared for first time beekeepers and presented by experienced beekeepers, entomologists and horticulturists. Anyone can be a beekeeper—young or old, city or country dweller! During this course, we will cover the basics…
Find out more »Urban Wildlife Series-Get Ready to Hunt
Urban Wildlife Series "Texas Game Species" $30.00 for the series or $10.00 per class To reserve your spot, contact Frances Moreno-Elizondo by phone (210) 631-0400 or email frances.moreno-elizo@ag.tamu.edu Make checks payable to Bexar Ag & Natural Resources Committee Date: September 24, 2019 Location: Bexar County Extension Office-3355 Cherry Ridge Dr., Suite #208 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Find out more »October 2019
Equine Management 101
Equine Management 101 – Presented by Dr. Jennifer Zoller, Assistant Professor and Extension Horse Specialist. Topics will include proper nutrition, pasture management, general health, first aid and more. This will be a very informative and educational program concerning everything “Equine” so please bring your questions! Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, Bexar County Office 3355 Cherry Ridge Dr, Suite 208, San Antonio, TX 78230 To RSVP please call 210-631-0400 and ask for Patricia Valdillez.
Find out more »March 2020
Beekeeping Basics
Have you ever thought about keeping bees? For AG exemption purposes, to pollinate your garden, make your own honey, or just as a hobby? This program is for anyone interested in beekeeping and/or learning how to start beekeeping, but need to know where to start. This class is geared for first time beekeepers and presented by experienced beekeepers, entomologists and horticulturists. Anyone can be a beekeeper—young or old, city or country dweller! During this course, we will cover the basics…
Find out more »October 2021
Lunch and Learn: Pollinators
Come learn from out expert Master Gardeners about the wonderful word of pollinators. You must RSVP and a mask is required.
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