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Learn the how to harvest rainwater for use in your garden.Rainwater Harvesting is not just an agricultural endeavor anymore! Learn the ins and outs of harvesting the rain on your …

Let's get together and meet some new female friends. This group social hike is for women between the ages of 30's and 40's.Let's get together and meet some new female …

Start you own home business with the Cottage Foods Food Safety Certificate!This training provides a 3-year certification and meets the food safety training requirement for the Colorado Cottage Foods Act …

Start you own home business with the Cottage Foods Food Safety Certificate!This training provides a 3-year certification and meets the food safety training requirement for the Colorado Cottage Foods Act …

Learn the how to design your garden to prevent runoff and use rainwater.Have you ever thought about creating a rain garden in your landsape? A rain garden is a garden …

Colorado State University Extension - El Paso CountyColorado State University Extension has created a workshop focusing on the Mediterranean diet. This workshop will answer questions about key characteristics of the …

Preserve the Season: Salsa Class Learn how to make salsa in our hands-on class and take a jar home! Salsa can be a fun and easy!Winter Salsa Class WorkshopLearn how …

Once you understand the science of soil, you'll know how to properly manage your soil for good plant growth.Are you interested in improving the soil in your home garden, but …

Learn different methods of composting and decide what will work for you!A beginners course to the fundamentals of composting particularly in an urban setting. In this class you will learn different ways to compost (both indoors and outdoors) and how to use it. We will also demonstrate starting a new compost bin using the "hot" …

El Paso County 4-H Horse Advisory Easter Egg Hunt & Friendly Critter CornerCome join us for a fun 4-H Easter Egg Hunt on March 30, 2024 at Kit Carson Riding Club (corner of Cowpoke and Black Forest Road) from 10:00 AM- 1:00 PM. It is the perfect activity for the youth that includes an Easter …

REMINDER THIS IS NOT THE CERTIFICATION FOR COTTAGE FOODS TRAINING. This is for food service workers.REMINDER THIS IS NOT THE CERTIFICATION FOR COTTAGE FOODS TRAINING. This is for food service …

Start you own home business with the Cottage Foods Food Safety Certificate!This training provides a 3-year certification and meets the food safety training requirement for the Colorado Cottage Foods Act established and supported by the Colorado State Dept. of Health & Environment.Participants learn food safety guidelines and the specifics for operating a small home-based cottage …

Learn more about your own soils by using the soil survey tool and completing DIY tests during this in-person workshop.During this workshop we will take a deeper dive into aspects of soil science and apply your new knowledge to your own soils. We will talk about soil properties and learn how to understand your soil …

Colorado State University Extension - El Paso CountyColorado State University Extension has created a workshop focusing on the Mediterranean diet. This workshop will answer questions about key characteristics of the Mediterranean lifestyle and how foods in the diet contribute to health. Plus, you will learn how to make fresh home-made hummus and try a delicious …

Let's get together and meet some new female friends. This group social hike is for women between the ages of 30's and 40's.Are you looking for an outlet to meet new people?Have you fallen into the habit of staying home because your friends are too busy, focused on other things?Are you wondering how to make …