Colorado State University Extension - El Paso County in collaboration with Pikes Peak Small Business CenterColorado State University Extension in Collaboration with the Pikes Peak Small Development Center would like to invite you to participate in Business Plans 101 Workshop. During this workshop, we will begin the task of putting together a very basic strategic …

This course is geared towards judge's with some experience that wish to test to become a certified Colorado State 4-H Horse Judge.New or perspective judges with less experience are welcome to attend to further their education but a more in-depth program may be needed to become proficient enough to judge shows. This will be a …

Beginner Whole Grain Bread Workshop Learn how to make whole grain artisanal bread. Wow your friends & family this holiday season!Beginner Whole Grain Bread Workshop Learn in this beginner workshop how to make whole grain artisanal bread and wow your friends and family this holiday season! Discover how simple and economical it is to make healthy …

Start you own home business with the Cottage Foods Food Safety Certification!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 …

Start you own home business with the Cottage Foods Food Safety Certification!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 strategies adapted to home growers for propagating native plants. Methods will include seed propagation and vegetative propagation.Propagating native plant species can be challenging for home growers. Learn methods of stratification and scarification and how to know if a seed needs pre-treatment. We will also address basics of vegetation propagation including how to grow plants …

Welcome to Colorado! Learn how to keep your garden alive in Colorado's unique climate.Colorado has a challenging climate for gardening - including weather swings, dry winters, a short growing season, hail, and more. Daunting as this may seem, it is still possible to have a thriving garden, if you know what to do.The instructor for …

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 …

Learn how to successfully grow amazing and delicious vegetables in your home garden.Starting a veggie garden can be excited but also daunting! Where do you even start? Growing vegetables in El Paso County, Colorado comes with its own challenges and we will guide you as you start to dream and plan for your Spring garden.The …

We will take a deep dive into common challenges that vegetable gardeners face in the home garden during this in-person workshop.Growing vegetables in El Paso County, Colorado can be more challenging than in other climates, but that makes the rewards that much more sweet. Topics covered in this class will be partially determined by you! …

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 …

Learn how to incorporate native plants into your landscape during this workshop where you will work to create your own landscape design.Attendees will learn elements and principles of design, how to do an analysis of your yard and how to start planning your outdoor space utilizing plants native to Colorado and other low water plants. …

Where does our water come from and how can we use it wisely? Find out during this free webinar.Water is a precious resource for Colorado’s households, yards, and gardens. In the semi-arid, drought-prone climate of El Paso County how can we balance using the incredible water systems our forerunners built and sustaining water resources for …

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 roof and yard, why to use it, and how you can help water quality in your community.The speaker for this class is Colorado Master Gardener …

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 …